Climate change newsletter by Vivarta - May 25
Monthly updates on the Science, Impact and Adaptation strategies related to climate change
Welcome to the May 2025 edition of Climate logs, Project Climate’s newsletter powered by Vivarta!
This semester we brought to you the latest insights on climate science, innovative adaptation strategies, and upcoming solutions to tackle the global climate crisis…. We hear that our inlaid sarcasm is all the rage on campus. More fodder coming your way next semester as well. We wrap this semester’s final edition with a focus on… wait for it… Heat — the object of all our oneiric experience last few weeks and several weeks into the future!
We look forward to hearing from you on what you thought about this newsletter series. Please feel free to write to us at vivarta@smail.
Science & Adaptation
What is heat exhaustion and what is a heat stroke?
This might seem basic but it’s good to remind ourselves what the symptoms are as we enter hotter days.
Why is humidity and heat a deadly combination?
Why do we sweat? How is it helping our body regulate temperature? Take this 2 min noodles er… read…
How heat waves are messing up your sleep
The fans in the rooms are the new dragons on campus… You need to learn to train them! On a serious note, you really need to find ways to let your body cool down.10 tips from pro athletes on running in the heat this summer
Runners’ warming up is contributing to global warming… Just kidding… You can still do your runs but keep these 10 tips in mind.Is India ready for a warming world?
Yes, we do have measures in place… They are the so called Heat Action Plans (HAPs). But how have nine major Indian cities - Bengaluru, Delhi, Faridabad, Gwalior, Kota, Ludhiana, Meerut, Mumbai, and Surat - implemented these HAPs to address the rising risks of extreme heat? You know the drill now, just cleeeeeeeckkkkkkkk!!!
Distribution of heat actions across nine cities - checkout the report above for details
What can you do as an individual?
Summer is a difficult time for everyone. As we enter hotter days, take care of yourself first and ensure everyone around you is doing fine.
It is important to speak up against bad practices around you. Try to ensure people around you are working in cool-enough environment.
If you find someone dizzy/fainted, take them to a shade and help them cool down by pouring water over them and giving them water to drink. Take them to the hospital immediately.
Keep a source of water for animals and birds in your neighborhood.
Climate Heroes
Climate Heroes is a series on climate scientists and their contributions to our understanding of climate change. You will hear about the famous ones, the unsung ones and how they have impacted our worldview.
