Here’s a roundup of notable climate-related developments and events happening this week:
1. U.S. Climate Outlook for April 2025
The NOAA Climate Prediction Center released its April 2025 outlook, forecasting above-average temperatures across the southern U.S. and southeastern Alaska, with cooler conditions expected only in western Alaska.
Rainfall trends suggest wetter-than-normal conditions from Texas to the Ohio Valley, while parts of the Southwest and Florida are likely to experience below-average precipitation. Drought conditions persist, particularly in the Southwest, with over 50% of Arizona facing extreme drought.
2. Global Youth Climate Summit
Taking place from April 2–5 in Brazil, this summit brings together 500 young leaders from the Global South to discuss climate science and solutions. The event focuses on empowering youth to take action on biodiversity and sustainability challenges.
3. Seasonal Climate Update: ENSO Neutral Conditions
A global seasonal climate update indicates that the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is transitioning to a neutral state. Above-normal temperatures are expected across most continents, including North America, Africa, and Asia, while rainfall patterns align with La Niña-like conditions despite the neutral ENSO status.
4. Upcoming Climate Events in April
EarthX 2025 (April 21–25, Dallas): The world’s largest environmental expo will showcase innovations in clean energy and sustainable agriculture.
US Climate Action Summit (April 21–27, Washington D.C.): Policymakers and activists will discuss strategies to accelerate U.S. climate action, including health-focused initiatives on Earth Day (April 22).
GLF Forests 2025 (April 24–25, Bonn): This forum will address deforestation and forest conservation as key strategies for biodiversity protection and climate mitigation.
5. European Union Climate Policy Updates
On April 2, the EU released updates on its energy and climate regulations aimed at advancing renewable energy adoption and meeting carbon neutrality targets by mid-century.
These developments highlight ongoing efforts to address climate challenges globally through policy, innovation, and collaboration. Stay tuned for more updates as these events unfold!This Week in Climate News: Key Updates
and Events
Here’s a roundup of notable climate-related developments and events happening this week:
1. U.S. Climate Outlook for April 2025
The NOAA Climate Prediction Center released its April 2025 outlook, forecasting above-average temperatures across the southern U.S. and southeastern Alaska, with cooler conditions expected only in western Alaska.
Rainfall trends suggest wetter-than-normal conditions from Texas to the Ohio Valley, while parts of the Southwest and Florida are likely to experience below-average precipitation. Drought conditions persist, particularly in the Southwest, with over 50% of Arizona facing extreme drought.
2. Global Youth Climate Summit
Taking place from April 2–5 in Brazil, this summit brings together 500 young leaders from the Global South to discuss climate science and solutions. The event focuses on empowering youth to take action on biodiversity and sustainability challenges.
3. Seasonal Climate Update: ENSO Neutral Conditions
A global seasonal climate update indicates that the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is transitioning to a neutral state. Above-normal temperatures are expected across most continents, including North America, Africa, and Asia, while rainfall patterns align with La Niña-like conditions despite the neutral ENSO status.
4. Upcoming Climate Events in April
EarthX 2025 (April 21–25, Dallas): The world’s largest environmental expo will showcase innovations in clean energy and sustainable agriculture.
US Climate Action Summit (April 21–27, Washington D.C.): Policymakers and activists will discuss strategies to accelerate U.S. climate action, including health-focused initiatives on Earth Day (April 22).
GLF Forests 2025 (April 24–25, Bonn): This forum will address deforestation and forest conservation as key strategies for biodiversity protection and climate mitigation.
5. European Union Climate Policy Updates
On April 2, the EU released updates on its energy and climate regulations aimed at advancing renewable energy adoption and meeting carbon neutrality targets by mid-century.
These developments highlight ongoing efforts to address climate challenges globally through policy, innovation, and collaboration. Stay tuned for more updates as these events unfold!
Work Cited
"U.S. Climate Outlook for April 2025." Climate.gov. Accessed April 2, 2025. https://www.climate.gov/news-features/understanding-climate/us-climate-outlook-april-2025
"US Climate Action Summit 2025." Nature4Climate. Accessed April 2, 2025. https://nature4climate.org/event/us-climate-action-summit-2024/
"Earth Day Expo | Dallas, Texas." EarthX. Accessed April 2, 2025. https://earthx.org/expo/
"GLF Forests 2025: Defining the Next Decade of Action." Happy Eco News. Accessed April 2, 2025. https://happyeconews.com/glf-forests-2025/
"Week 3-4 Outlook - Climate Prediction Center." NOAA CPC. Accessed April 2, 2025. https://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/predictions/WK34/
"DC Climate Week | April 28 – May 2, 2025." DC Climate Week. Accessed April 2, 2025. https://www.dcclimateweek.com
"E-Capital Summit-A Global Conference on Sustainability." EarthX Conferences. Accessed April 2, 2025. https://earthx.org/conferences/e-capital-summit/