Fun Facts

Want to learn more about our planet, forests and oceans? We present the facts here about how our Earth is thriving and prospering from the combination of modest warming and more carbon dioxide. Are fires increasing? Are there more hurricanes and tornadoes? Are polar bears in danger?

Find out the facts about these and much, much more.

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  • Fun Fact #7: The Great Barrier Reef surrounding Australia is doing great!

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    There was a record amount of coral coverage in 2022.

  • Fun Fact #8: Forest fires have declined over the last 100 years!

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    Declining fires in U.S. and around the world.

  • Fun Fact #9: 150-year decline in twisters striking the United States.

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    Fewer huge tornadoes mean many fewer deaths.

  • Fun Fact #10: 150-year decline in hurricanes striking the United States.

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    Fewer hurricanes are hitting the United States.