Can we outpace the climate crisis? The Olympics heat up while Big Oil blames us and spreads lies.

Welcome to EARTHDAY.ORG’s Climate Curiosities, your semimonthly updates to the year-round Earth Day movement. Backed by research, our articles work to inform and illuminate on the issues you care about.

This week, we uncover the devastating effects of heat on athletes and reveal that Big Oil, not you, is the true culprit of the climate crisis.

The Olympics vs. Climate Change

The 2024 Paris Olympics highlight the rising threat of climate change on sports, with extreme temperatures endangering athletes' health and performance. How can we take care of our health in this heat?

Dear Big Oil: It's You, Not Me

Despite summer guilt over air conditioning and road trips, the climate crisis isn’t your fault. Big Oil, not individuals, is the major culprit. When will they be willing to pay for carbon reduction?

Stop Spreading the News: Advertising Bans

Fossil fuel companies mislead with greenwashing ads, undercutting climate action. Stricter ad regulations needed to combat misinformation.

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