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climate change / page 38

Two vehicles navigating through a flooded street during heavy rain. - Olive Oil Times
World

Aug. 29, 2019

Climate Change Poses Threat to Global GDP, Study Finds

New data reveals that global GDP per capita will decrease by 7.22 percent by 2100 if average global temperatures continue to rise. For several olive-producing countries in the Mediterranean basin, the figure may be much higher.

A modern building with a glass facade and geometric design, featuring multiple windows and a pointed top. - Olive Oil Times
World

Aug. 26, 2019

Studies Show Progress in Changing the Minds of Climate Skeptics

Reminding climate skeptics that they believe in basic scientific principles might prompt them to accept that climate change is real, a new study from the American Psychological Association suggests.

Thick smoke and flames rising in a dark environment, creating an orange glow. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Aug. 26, 2019

Amazon Wildfires Threaten the EU - Mercosur Trade Deal

Fearing environmental destruction in the Amazonia due to the thousands of fires, European countries are asking for guarantees from Brazil that the fires will be dealt with before concluding the pact.

A dry landscape featuring sparse vegetation and distant mountains under a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
Dry, cracked earth with a mountain in the background under a cloudy sky. - Olive Oil Times
Three smoke stacks emitting smoke against a colorful sunset sky with a snowy landscape in the foreground. - Olive Oil Times
Smoke rising from industrial chimneys in an urban area with a hazy sky. - Olive Oil Times
Large glacier with ice breaking off and falling into the water, creating a splash. - Olive Oil Times
Riverbank showing vegetation and distinct layers of soil along the water's edge. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jun. 12, 2019

Study Predicts Europe, North America Will Experience More Droughts

By studying climate models and tree rings, scientists at Columbia University’s Earth Institute predict a period of unprecedented drying in many parts of the world, particularly in areas of North American and Eurasia.

A red tractor parked on a street with yellow flags during a protest gathering. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

May. 6, 2019

Thousands of Jobs Lost in Italian Olive Oil Sector, Farmers Group Warns

Coldiretti says 100,000 jobs have been lost in the olive oil supply chain as adverse weather and Xylella fastidiosa crippled the country’s olive oil yield.

Two industrial smoke stacks releasing white vapor into a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Apr. 15, 2019

The Past Four Years Were the Warmest on Record

The twenty-fifth edition of the WMO's annual climate report warns that climate change is set to continue and the Earth is running out of time to meet goals set in the Paris Climate Accords.

Close-up of olive tree branches featuring green leaves and a textured bark. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 27, 2019

Olive Oil Production Data in Europe Reveal Divergent Trends

Production in Italy and Greece is down sharply. In Spain and Portugal, it's dramatically higher.

Four individuals in formal attire standing together in an indoor setting. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 15, 2019

60 Years in, Olive Council Looks at Challenges Ahead

As part of the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the IOC, Executive Director Abdellatif Ghedira spoke exclusively with Olive Oil Times on the challenges facing the sector.

Red currant bushes with ripe berries growing under a blue sky with clouds. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jan. 24, 2019

Scientists Create 'Planetary Health Diet' to Tackle Climate Change

A group of international scientists have devised a global diet designed to limit climate change while promoting human health. It looks quite similar to the Mediterranean diet.

Smoke rising from a tall industrial chimney against a sunset sky with city skyline in the background. - Olive Oil Times
World

Dec. 3, 2018

Greenhouse Gases at Record Levels, WMO Reports

Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere continue to climb and are not showing signs of slowing, according to a report by the World Meteorological Organization.

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Close-up of an olive branch featuring ripe black olives and green leaves. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Oct. 2, 2018

Unusual Weather Leads to Dismal Harvest in California

Amid a harvest impacted by late winter temperature fluctuations, California is expecting a 30 percent drop in olive oil production this season.

An older man wearing glasses is harvesting olives from a tree in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jul. 24, 2018

Extreme Olive Growing in Valle d'Aosta and Piemonte

Growing olives in Valle d’Aosta, a mountainous region enclosed by the Alps, seemed unthinkable until a group of daring farmers decided to try.

Night view of a city skyline with buildings and boats reflected in the water. - Olive Oil Times
Business

May. 31, 2018

Olive Council Session Returns to S. America

The 107th meeting of the organization will take place next month in Buenos Aires and will be followed by a seminar on olive growing in the Americas.

Olive trees covered in snow on a hillside with a few houses in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Mar. 5, 2018

Will the 'Beast From the East' Affect Olive Groves?

As Europe was struck by an intense cold wave originating in Siberia, concerns arose among farmers.

Aerial view of Cape Town with the coastline and mountains in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Africa / Middle East

Feb. 8, 2018

Cape Town on Verge of Running Out of Water

Residents have been restricted to 50 liters of water a day before city taps are projected to be turned off in April.

A child sitting on dry, cracked earth near a small body of water. - Olive Oil Times
World

Feb. 6, 2018

Quarter of Earth's Land Threatened by Aridity, Drought, Wildfires

A new study warns that aridification, drought and wildfires could affect a quarter of the earth's land if average world temperatures continue to rise.

A detailed view of Earth from space, showing landmasses and oceans against a dark background. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jan. 25, 2018

Past Three Years Hottest on Record

2016 was the hottest year, but 2017 was not far behind. A look at average world temperatures since 2010 reveals that the trend of global warming continues.

Expansive view of an olive grove with rows of trees under a cloudy sky. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jan. 24, 2018

ABC News Explores Effects of Climate Change on Italian Olive Oil Production

ABC news chief meteorologist Ginger Zee traveled with her crew through Italy to talk about climate change with producers and scientists during the 2016 harvest.

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