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How bad is AI for the environment?
Data centers powering AI are using vast amounts of energy, which could delay the shift to cleaner power sources. This might affect horse owners by increasing utility costs and reducing the availability of sustainable energy options for barns and riding facilities.
Fishermen in the Bahamas are collecting data that could improve forecasts
Fishing vessels in the Bahamas now gather ocean-depth and temperature data, enhancing weather predictions that can help horse owners plan safer riding days.
CCC: Faster electrification of UK will ‘put money back into people’s pockets’
The Climate Change Committee suggests speeding up electric vehicle adoption could reduce energy costs for horse owners, making their riding plans more affordable.
Cited 23 June 2026: Project Cosmos launch | Science ‘under attack’ at Bonn | Emissions inequality
Science discussions at the Bonn conference are highlighting emissions inequality, which could impact policies affecting horse owners and riding plans through changes in environmental regulations.
Prof Philippe Ciais: The world’s most highly cited climate scientist
Philippe Ciais, a leading climate scientist with decades of research on the carbon cycle, continues to shape our understanding of global emissions. Horse owners and managers should stay informed as these findings can impact long-term planning for barns and pastures.
Prof Detlef van Vuuren: The climate scientist most cited by the IPCC
Detlef van Vuuren, a top climate modeller, is widely cited in IPCC reports. His work helps predict future climate scenarios that could impact horse care and riding plans, urging owners to prepare for changing conditions.
La comunidad sorda de Puerto Rico enfrenta desigualdad de información ante clima extremo
Puerto Rico's deaf community faces information gaps during extreme weather events, urging for better protections and alerts. This highlights the importance of accessible weather updates for all horse owners and barn managers to ensure safety and preparedness.
One Indigenous man’s mission to change how the Forest Service thinks about fire
Ryan Reed advocates for cultural burning, a practice that could reduce the risk of devastating wildfires and benefit equestrian areas by maintaining healthier landscapes.
High gas prices boost interest in EV-sharing project
Gas prices rising could spark more interest in electric vehicle sharing programs like Míocar, offering horse owners and barn managers a greener transportation option that saves money and reduces environmental impact.
A Trump Ally’s Rise in Colombia Could Mean the End of Landmark Climate Policies
Abelardo de la Espriella's narrow lead in Colombia’s presidential race could spell trouble for climate policies, potentially opening up more land to fossil fuel extraction. This shift might affect horse owners and barn managers by increasing local pollution and altering riding conditions due to environmental changes.
Unprecedented June heat grips Europe this week
Unusually hot temperatures are hitting Europe in June, posing risks for horses and barns. Plan extra care to keep your equine friends cool and hydrated.
Project Cosmos
Project Cosmos aims to map out global emissions, offering insights that could help horse owners and barn managers make more sustainable choices for their operations and riding plans.