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Non-profit, Open Access and multidisciplinary journal for climate research.

We're an action-oriented community with high methodological and ethical standards, aiming to empower urgent action on climate change.

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New research by Jenny Nguyen, @joancasey.bsky.social, Tarik Benmarhnia and Chen Chen:

"The diverging role of increasing wildfire smoke to ambient PM2.5 exposure disparity in California, 2006 to 2018"

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The diverging role of increasing wildfire smoke to ambient PM2.5 exposure disparity in California, 2006 to 2018
Exposure to ambient fine particulate matter (PM2.5) varies by structural determinants of health, through mechanisms such as racism and material deprivation. These disparities are well documented in th...
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February 5, 2026 at 10:25 AM
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If you're working on climate misinformation/disinformation and looking for a home for your research...👇👇

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PLOS Climate: Submit to our Focus Topic on Misinformation and Disinformation - Latitude
PLOS Climate is calling for submissions for a new focus topic on Climate Misinformation and Disinformation. The unprecedented spread of misinformation and…
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February 3, 2026 at 11:09 AM
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A reminder that we are still welcoming submissions for our Collection linked to the 12th International Conference on #UrbanClimate.

The extended submission deadline is 30th April 2026.

Full details here 👇

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PLOS Climate ICUC12 Call for Papers - Latitude
The editors of PLOS Climate invite submissions from participants in the 12th  International Conference on Urban Climate for an article series covering…
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February 3, 2026 at 11:06 AM
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In the latest Latitude blog post, we recognise some of the PLOS Climate Academic Editors who made an exceptional contribution to the journal in 2025 🙏

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Recognising PLOS Climate Academic Editors - Latitude
Our board of expert editors is at the heart of PLOS Climate, playing a crucial role not just in the handling of…
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February 2, 2026 at 12:47 PM
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New research by Mike Bastidas and colleagues at @bioversityciat.bsky.social:

"Landscape-scale assessment of the contribution of improved Urochloa humidicola pastures to soil organic carbon stocks enhancement in the Colombian Llanos"

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Landscape-scale assessment of the contribution of improved Urochloa humidicola pastures to soil organic carbon stocks enhancement in the Colombian Llanos
Tropical grasslands can sequester substantial soil organic carbon (SOC), yet the temporal dynamics of SOC across soil layers—particularly in deep horizons—remain poorly understood at landscape scale. ...
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February 2, 2026 at 9:08 AM
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New research by Hozhabri et al.:

"What competencies physical activity professionals should possess to better integrate climate change related issues into their practice: A Delphi study"

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What competencies physical activity professionals should possess to better integrate climate change related issues into their practice: A Delphi study
Climate change threatens human health and performance, creating new challenges for physical activity professionals. To prepare them, it is essential to define the competencies required to better integ...
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February 2, 2026 at 9:03 AM
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New research by Marco Neira and colleagues:

"Climate change and thermal stress in cattle: Global projections with high temporal resolution"

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Climate change and thermal stress in cattle: Global projections with high temporal resolution
Cattle farming, a vital component of the agricultural sector, is highly sensitive to environmental conditions, with heat stress effects accounting for a substantial share of its economic losses. Tempe...
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February 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Check out our updated homepage, featuring new research and commentary on topics including export-linked emissions, energy efficiency, food security, local climate action, marine ecology, and the epistemological role of AI!

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January 22, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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New paper out today in PLOS Climate with lead author Taekyeong Goh: "G-2 and the climate crisis: How global exports to China and the U.S. drive carbon emissions, 2000–2022" doi.org/10.1371/jour...
January 21, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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New research by Chico-Ortiz et al.:

"Predator response diversity to warming enables ecosystem resilience in the Galápagos"

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Predator response diversity to warming enables ecosystem resilience in the Galápagos
An important impact of global warming in nature is the decline of ecological functions such as primary production, habitat provision, and carbon sequestration. These functions can be disrupted when th...
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January 22, 2026 at 9:05 AM
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Creative advertising through outdoor media, including billboards and buses, can be a powerful and effective tool to increase awareness about climate change and inspire action, according to new work led by CIRES Fellow @maxboykoff.bsky.social

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How advertising matters: Outdoor media strategies for increased engagement with creative climate change messages
Amid many contemporary communication strategies, creative advertising approaches are clearly powerful tools. Yet out-of-home (OOH) or outdoor media (OM) often receives little attention in advertising…
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January 21, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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New Opinion article by @diogogvidal.bsky.social:

"When algorithms decide the climate: AI, disinformation, and the crisis of environmental truth in the Anthropocene"

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January 20, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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New Opinion article by Constanza Vielma and colleagues:

"Intensive monitoring of workers’ health outcomes in a warming world: Opportunities and challenges"

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Intensive monitoring of workers’ health outcomes in a warming world: Opportunities and challenges
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January 20, 2026 at 9:08 PM
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In the latest of our interviews with PhD students in climate research, we hear from Nuwahereza Nelson about climate self-reliance and transformative adaptation 👇

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PLOS Climate PhD interview: Nuwahereza Nelson - Latitude
In the next instalment of our series of interviews with PhD students in climate research, PLOS Climate speaks to Nuwahereza Nelson of…
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January 20, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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🌏 #SchoolMeals are a powerful tool to fight malnutrition, strengthen local agriculture, and advance #climate resilience.

Drawing on data from the Global Survey of School Meal Programs©, this research shows encouraging progress.

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January 17, 2026 at 12:18 AM
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New research by Shivani Gharge and Ayala Wineman:

"Challenges and opportunities for integrating climate action into school feeding: Insights from the Global Survey of School Meal Programs"

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Challenges and opportunities for integrating climate action into school feeding: Insights from the Global Survey of School Meal Programs
School meal programs are a powerful tool to address malnutrition and support education, though their potential to contribute to climate change adaptation and mitigation is less understood. This study ...
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January 14, 2026 at 11:05 AM
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NEW RESEARCH: Europe won’t regain competitiveness by chasing cheap energy alone.

It needs to use energy better.

Our new @plosclimate.org paper shows energy efficiency is a core driver of competitiveness—boosting productivity, security & decarbonisation.

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January 14, 2026 at 7:57 AM
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Read the next in our series of interviews with PhD students working on projects across the breadth of climate research: this time with Claudia Offner of @bas.ac.uk/@camunigeography.bsky.social 👇

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PLOS Climate PhD interview: Claudia Offner - Latitude
In the next instalment of our series of interviews with PhD students in climate research, PLOS Climate speaks to Claudia Offner of…
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January 12, 2026 at 4:47 PM
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Explore content published in each of PLOS Climate's thematic sections through our dedicated section pages 👇

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Explore the sections of our global Open Access journal for climate research, or apply to join our editorial board.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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New Opinion article by Andrews Ofosu:

"Unraveling the nuances of climate change maladaptation: A call for more verstehen perspectives"

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Unraveling the nuances of climate change maladaptation: A call for more verstehen perspectives
Adaptation strategies have dominated the literature and have been extensively researched as part of efforts to reduce climate change impacts. However, recent studies have shown that adaptation strateg...
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January 8, 2026 at 9:49 AM
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In the latest Latitude blog post we get to know PLOS Climate's new Section Editor for Palaeoclimate, Ruza Ivanovic!

Read about Ruza's research journey and her vision for our Palaeoclimate section 👇

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Meet Ruza Ivanovic, PLOS Climate Section Editor for Palaeoclimate - Latitude
In this blog post, we speak to Dr Ruza Ivanovic, PLOS Climate Section Editor for Palaeoclimate. Could you tell us a bit about how…
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January 7, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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Check out the next in our series of interviews with climate PhD researchers- this time with @ignaciosg.bsky.social of the Earth Systems and Global Change Group at @w-u-r.bsky.social!

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PLOS Climate PhD interview: Ignacio Saldivia Gonzatti - Latitude
In the next instalment of our series of interviews with PhD students in climate research, PLOS Climate speaks to Ignacio Saldivia Gonzatti…
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January 5, 2026 at 1:13 PM
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📢 In a new Editorial, PLOS Climate Section Editors for Adaptation Jeff Birchall and Desiree Rose share their vision for the section and key priorities for the adaptation research community 👇

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December 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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New research by Mikael Ashorn and colleagues:

"Assessing children’s vulnerability to climate change in Small Island Developing States – A case study from Saint Kitts and Nevis"

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Assessing children’s vulnerability to climate change in Small Island Developing States – A case study from Saint Kitts and Nevis
Climate change poses significant risks to children, particularly in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), where geographic isolation, limited resources, and reliance on climate-sensitive sectors inte...
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December 24, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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New Opinion article by Vaibhav Chaturvedi and Joy Rajbanshi:

"A strategic framework to assess causes and consequences of long-term land use change is critical for India"

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December 24, 2025 at 10:11 AM