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What is the difference between weather and climate?

Be careful not to mix everything up! Since the release of an IPCC assessment report on February 28, 2022, there has been a lot of talk about climate and climate change affecting our planet. About global warming, the IPCC predicts a trajectory of +2.7 degrees. From there to believe that the tempe ...

17
Mar
2022

Weather: why meteorologists are concerned about the return of El Niño

m current that passes off the coast of Peru and Ecuador usually appears around Christmas... But it is also sometimes called the enfant terrible of the climate! By extension, this term refers to a meteorological anomaly characterized by an abnormal rise in ocean temperature in the central and east ...

16
Feb
2023

Climate: Météo-France acquires two new supercomputers

With a total capacity of 21.48 petaflops (millions of billions of operations per second), they allow France to move into the international top 10 in weather and Climate forecasting, a field previously dominated by the United States and Great Britain. Making more accurate forecasts All this com ...

05
July
2021

Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne: one of the most beautiful villages in France.

rre Abbey Church. The charming town of Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, located in the southern part of the Corrèze department, attracts visitors with its mild climate, as well as the beauty of its natural surroundings and architecture. One of the most remarkable monuments of this medieval city is the Saint ...

07
June
2023

Caryopteris: A Beautiful Flowering Plant in Autumn

s? The Caryopteris is a shrub that loves the sun and is resistant to drought and limestone soils. It is easy to grow in southern regions with a sunny climate and dry soil. Plant it in a sunny corner of your garden, preferably in light, well-drained soil. This hardy shrub tolerates poor and stony so ...

17
Nov
2023

Croatia: 5 highlights of this destination.

in the country. You will find a rich heritage dating back to Greek Antiquity (3rd century BC) and an enchanting setting with a very mild and pleasant climate all year round. The north coast of the island is dotted with idyllic coves, perfect for swimming and mooring pleasure boats. If the island ha ...

20
June
2007

Malta: 5 good reasons to choose this destination.

omino, and Manoel) and four of which are uninhabited (Cominotto, Filfla, and the two islands of Saint-Paul). This destination is appreciated for its climate and the beauty of its landscapes as well as for the richness of its history. The archipelago has been occupied since the Neolithic period and ...

21
Nov
2011

Trip to England: 10 places to visit in Cornwall

earned him the Nobel Prize in 1909. 8- Trebah Garden Thanks to the passage of the gulf stream, the county of Cornwall enjoys an exceptionally mild climate, conducive to the development of an amazing flora. This region of the United Kingdom, which is often referred to as the English Riviera, is ...

23
June
2022

Advertising for fossil fuels is now prohibited

anned in France. The ban on ads touting these environmentally harmful products because they emit greenhouse gases was voted in 2021 as part of the climate law. It has been in force in our country since August 22, 2022 and it is a first in Europe! Several fossil fuels in the spotlight With ...

05
Sep
2022

Will global warming in France in the 21st century be greater than expected?

measurements taken (in the past) are therefore considered to be more robust than the others, and the models they use more relevant for predicting the climate. Provide local predictions to enable policy action The particularity of this work, on the validity of the models used to inform the planet abo ...

26
Oct
2022

Bringing in plants for winter: when and how?

tober or November. It is not possible to give a more precise answer to this question because everything depends on the plants to be protected and the climate of your region. As a general rule, remember that it is advisable to put chilly plants indoors as soon as the outside temperature approaches ...

25
Nov
2022

The Climate Fresco: a workshop to raise awareness about climate change.

What is the Climate Mural? The Climate Fresco is a workshop aimed at raising awareness among as many people as possible about the challenges of climate change. This scientific and playful workshop takes the form of a serious game composed of 42 cards that participants must associate. Each of these ...

04
Sep
2023

The Fiesta de los Finaos: Halloween party in the Canary Islands.

on October 31st in the sun? In the Canary Islands, this celebration takes on a whole new dimension thanks to local traditions and the legendary mild climate. This Atlantic archipelago enjoys mild temperatures in October and November, which has earned it the nickname of the "eternal spring archipel ...

13
Oct
2023

Environment: Understanding Nature Restoration in 5 Questions

ng species, such as prairie butterflies and birds on farmland. The desire to repair what has been damaged is also a way to limit the consequences of climate change. Indeed, healthy and resilient ecosystems are better at withstanding climate change, extreme weather conditions, and natural disasters. ...

21
Nov
2023

Visit Los Angeles: the main monuments and museums

Mountains and, further north, the San Gabriel Mountains. The city thus benefits from an exceptional geographical location combined with a very sunny climate. If many neighborhoods of the city reflect the ethnic diversity of the population (such as Little Armenia, Thai Town, Historic Filipinotown ...

27
Jan
2009

Salt-based remedies: recipes and benefits

rnesses the benefits of salt for respiratory health, allergies, and stress. This method is offered at La grotte de Sel, a unique space in France that replicates a climate rich in iodine and trace elements. To learn more, visit the website below. ...

30
Apr
2009

8 steps to non-gardening

If you don't already know, do some research and find out which plant species are native to your area. These are the ones that will best adapt to your climate with the least amount of help, and will get along best with local wildlife. Look for plants that will be generous to pollinators; avoid non-na ...

18
May
2020

Côte d'Azur: the city of Nice becomes a UNESCO World Heritage Site

opolitan history starting in the late 18th century. It was at this time that a winter resort activity began to develop, favoured by the mild winter Climate and the picturesque landscapes of the French Riviera. A spotlight on a unique heritage The inclusion of the city of Nice on the UNESCO Wo ...

28
July
2021

Gas and electricity: 5 tips to lower your bill

Your gas and electricity costs will depend on how cold the winter is in your area and when you need to turn on the heating. But, regardless of the Climate in your area, the first of the 5 tips you should know to lower your gas or electricity bill is to avoid overheating your home. In bedrooms ...

20
Oct
2021

France Rénov': a new public service to renovate your home

new single public service that has been set up by the Ministry of Ecological Transition from January 1, 2022. This novelty, planned as part of the Climate and resilience law, is a set of services designed to support people who want to carry out energy renovation work in their homes. 2- What ...

05
Jan
2022