hurricanes

U.S. Refining Industry Risks from 2025 Hurricane Season

Colorado State University’s hurricane forecast estimates the 2025 hurricane season will exceed the 1991–2020 average, with an estimate of 17 named storms, compared with a historical average of 14 storms. Meteorologists expect 13–18 named storms, including 3–6 storms with direct impacts on the United States, during this year’s Atlantic hurricane season, according … [continued]

Water Infrastructure, Disasters, Water Scarcity & Security, Potable Water, & Conflict — “We Love Our…

Water-related disasters currently make up over 90% of all disasters on Earth, with record-breaking floods and droughts making headlines around the world. Over the past ten years, the number of fatalities from these catastrophes has doubled. Climate change, warming surface water temperatures, and more aggressive hurricanes making their way up … [continued]

EV charging data and anecdotal evidence both indicate that charging up an EV was easier than filling up a gas tank in Florida before and after Hurricane Milton made landfall. Photo courtesy of NOAA.

EV Charging Before, During, & After Hurricane Milton Struck Florida

EV charging data and anecdotal evidence both indicate that charging up an EV was easier than filling up a gas tank in Florida before and after Hurricane Milton made landfall.

Hurricane Helene damage. Photo by NCDOTcommunications (CC BY 2.0 license).

What Does A One-In-A-1000 Year Storm Look Like — And Will We Be Seeing Them…

Hurricanes have always been taken seriously by residents who live on coastlines. After all, there are historical precedents that make clear how much damage can accrue from a hurricane’s wrath. What’s not so well understood is how what used to be referred to as a one-in-1000 year storm generates wind … [continued]