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Fact Sheet: 2012, A Year of Record-Breaking Extreme Weather and Climate

Christina DeConcini, Forbes Tompkins

March, 2013

Stricken by record heat, wildfires, drought, and hurricanes, the United States endured devastating impacts from extreme weather and climate events in 2012. This fact sheet outlines the records broken by these extreme events, which are expected to become more frequent as the climate warms.

STATEMENT: WRI Response to the State of the Union

February 13, 2013
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

In his State of the Union address, President Obama presented his priorities for his second term, including addressing the threat of climate change.

ADVISORY: WRI's Stories to Watch 2013

December 20, 2012
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

WRI will host its 10th annual Stories to Watch event on Tuesday, January 15, 2013, at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

Impacts of Hurricane Sandy and the Climate Change Connection

Christina DeConcini, Forbes Tompkins

December, 2012

Hurricane Sandy is the most recent event to expose the vulnerability of the United States to extreme weather, with costly disruptions to businesses, people’s livelihoods, and critical infrastructure. This fact sheet by WRI examines the connection between Hurricane Sandy and climate change as well as the impacts.

ADVISORY: Press Teleconference on Doha Climate Talks

November 8, 2012
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Full audio recording of WRI’s press call below:

With the U.S. elections just completed and the Doha climate talks fast approaching, this is an important moment to consider where progress can be made on international action to address climate change.

STATEMENT: Obama Administration Finalizes Emissions Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles

August 28, 2012
Location: WASHINGTON

The Obama Administration announced the finalized historic fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions standards for light-duty vehicles.

Fact Sheet: The Connection Between Climate Change and Recent Extreme Weather Events

August, 2012

The United States has been experiencing ongoing extreme heat, droughts, and wildfires. This fact sheet examines the connection between climate change and these recent extreme weather events.