Researchers call for investment in ‘circular solutions’ as consumption rises faster than growth in population Global recycling rates are failing to keep pace with a culture focused on infinite economic growth and consumerism, with the proportion of recycled materials re-entering supply chains falling for the eighth year running, according to a new report. Only 6.9% of the 106bn tonnes of materials used annually by the global economy came from recycled sources, a 2.2 percentage point drop since 2015, researchers from the Circle Economy thinktank found. Continue reading...
At least seven coal mines experienced ventilation failures, forcing workers to evacuate to the surface, emergency authorities said.
by Mark Olalde ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Days after President Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term, the acting head of the Environmental Protection Agency sent an email to the entire workforce with details about the agency’s plans to close diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and included a plea for help. “Employees are requested to please notify” the EPA or the Office of Personnel Management, the federal government’s human resources agency...
[Premium Times] Residents said the spillage has been on for over a week and that drums of crude have been looted by overzealous community members
Low-income neighborhoods of color are disproportionately affected by truck and car emissions. The post Air quality project in Buffalo, New York, could one day help residents breathe easier appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Interested parties say water resources, tribal sovereignty and public engagement are threatened by the budget reconciliation bill’s amendment. The post Public lands for housing in Nevada and Utah called ‘giveaway’ appeared first on High Country News.
The country is looking at exporting renewable energy to Taiwan and others, an official said.
The proposal could help pipeline projects stalled by states but upset rural constituents who fought a major carbon dioxide project in the Midwest.
The deal entails delivery of carbon credits generated from projects that sequester carbon dioxide by planting trees or restoring degraded land.
The EPA administrator might have provided a road map to revoking the critical scientific finding in a rule that repeals the power plant climate regulation.
Irregular weather patterns mean that predicting storms and other weather-related phenomena is becoming increasingly difficult.
In Melbourne, 14C was the forecast maximum for Saturday, with a high chance of showers, the BoM says Australia news live: latest politics updates Get Guardian Australia environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as an email Winter is coming for south-eastern Australia this weekend, with the Bureau of Meteorology forecasting rain, hail and even snow for some parts of the country. In New South Wales, wet and windy conditions could see a “really rough end to the weekend”, Miriam Bradbury, a senior meteorologist at the bureau, said. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue reading...
The Alberta Energy Regulator has approved a controversial coal exploration proposal in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains despite fierce opposition.
It is the start of flood season in southern Alberta, but experts say lower than normal snowpack in the mountains means there isn't much threat of flooding in Calgary this year.
Learn about the strongest solar storm to ever strike Earth, occurring around 14,300 years ago during the last Ice Age.
To Compete in International Low-Carbon Markets, Chemical Companies Need Transparent Emissions Accounting alicia.cypress… Thu, 05/15/2025 - 15:50 The U.S. chemical industry produces over 70,000 different types of plastics, fabrics, personal care, fertilizer, pharmaceuticals, rubber and other products. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that, combined with oil refining, chemical production is responsible for about 8% of the U.S.’s gross domestic product. Of that output, 28% is exported at an estimated projected value of $175 billion throughout 2025. Chemical production’s large role in the U.S. economy and the exports that sustain it make it a vital industry. Yet, it must adapt to growing pressure internationally for goods that are produced with zero or few...
Learn more about the first-of-its-kind study that shows how climate change could be making a staple food more toxic to consume.
Record-high heat so early in the season means state has been hotter than Death Valley, the hottest place on Earth Texas is in the grip of an extraordinary heatwave this week, with record-breaking temperatures sweeping across the central and southern regions of the state. While 100F days are common in Texas summers, such early-season heat is unusual. The record-high heat means that Texas has been recently hotter than Death Valley, California, which is often cited as the hottest place on Earth. Continue reading...
Recently, researchers discovered mushballs in Jupiter's atmosphere. They may be present in Saturn and the ice giants, Neptune and Uranus, as well.
[Foroyaa] The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources (MECCNAR) has officially opened its new office complex in Abuko, a sprawling 5,378-square-meter facility designed to centralize operations and improve coordination among the ministry's departments.
The Carolina Hurricanes have swarmed the Washington Capitals through the first four games of their best-of-7 series.
The deep cracking sound bursting from within the ice signals the dramatic fall about to happen. Seconds later, a block of ice some 70 metres tall — the size of a 20-storey building — collapses from the face of the Perito Moreno glacier into the aquamarine water below.
Für das Hurricane und Southside Festival ist der Timetable veröffentlicht worden. Als Überraschungs-Act ist Olli Schulz mit dabei. Die Line-ups für die Festivals Hurricane und Southside 2025 sind noch einmal erweitert worden. Prominenter Neuzugang: Olli Schulz & Band. Zudem wurde am Donnerstag (15. Mai) auch ein Timetable für beide Musik-Events veröffentlicht. Das Line-Up mit Timetable gibt es sowohl für Hurricane als auch Southside in der App der Schwesterfestivals. News für das Hurricane Festival... Der Beitrag Hurricane & Southside 2025: Timetable ist da – Olli Schulz mit dabei erschien zuerst auf Rolling Stone.
‘They can be tens or even a hundred meters wide – that’s big enough to fly a helicopter through.’ The post Ice melt opens up enormous cracks in Greenland’s ice sheet appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Gaps in oversight mean much of the Amazon's beef supply chain remains linked to forest destruction.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 130, Issue 10, 28 May 2025.
Mixing electroactive materials, solid-state electrolytes, and conductive carbon to fabricate composite electrodes is the most practiced but least understood process in all-solid-state batteries, which strongly dictates interfacial stability and charge ...
[UN News] Long overlooked as a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, the shipping industry is now at the forefront of a unique display of international cooperation. The shift signals that even the world's largest transport sector can be steered toward climate accountability.
Legal experts say it’s unlikely judges will bow to the president’s expansive arguments that state efforts to address global warming are unconstitutional.
His budget proposal would extend the state’s carbon trading program through 2045 and reserve at least $1 billion per year for high-speed rail.
New York's Rochester and Buffalo and Minnesota's Duluth don't face hurricanes or storm surges. They are also connected to large freshwater lakes.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said his plan involves using domestic oil and gas production to displace imports, particularly from the U.S.
Bill would force major polluters to pay into fund for flood defences and home insulation – but has little chance of becoming law Fossil fuel companies and their shareholders and owners of superyachts and private jets should have to pay into a fund for flood defences and home insulation, according to a private member’s bill to be launched on Thursday. The bill is part of a broader movement by campaigners to “make polluters pay”, demanding that oil and gas companies, and those who benefit from fossil fuels, should take on more of the direct responsibility for tackling the climate crisis, rather than funding such measures from general taxation. Continue reading...
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The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has refuted claims of a radiation leak from any Pakistani nuclear facility, following reports that Indian missiles struck Kirana Hills during Operation Sindoor. This clarification counters widespread social media speculation and foreign media theories. The IAEA confirmed that, based on available information, no radiation release occurred.
Taiwan will turn off its last nuclear reactor on Saturday, fuelling concerns over the self-ruled island's reliance on imported energy and vulnerability to a Chinese blockade.
Chris O'Shea, chief executive of Centrica, said he was 'frustrated' at the 'misinformation' that renewable energy will bring down costs for households.
Offshore oil rigs are like small towns out on the water. Here's how many people you can expect to find out there, and how long they stay before a break.
Last year, the Biden administration set limits on PFAS in drinking water systems. Donald Trump’s EPA is planning to dramatically soften that rule.
STATEMENT: US Congressmembers Introduce Bipartisan Carbon Tax Legislation nate.shelter@wri.org Wed, 05/14/2025 - 16:44 WASHINGTON (May 14, 2025) — Today, Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Salud Carbajal (D-CA) introduced the MARKET CHOICE Act , a bipartisan proposal aiming to replace the federal gasoline tax with a broader carbon tax targeting CO₂ emissions from fossil fuel combustion and large industrial sources. The bill also includes a border tax adjustment to tackle carbon intensity and competitiveness issues, joining efforts from both Republicans and Democrats to address trade and climate concerns. The majority of revenue generated would be allocated to infrastructure investments, replenishing the Highway Trust Fund, which is currently funded by...
Geothermal could be the Holy Grail of energy: unlimited and right under our feet — and the same technologies that delivered the miracle of American shale can now tap it.
Greenland's foreign minister is the new chair of the Arctic Council as the Kingdom of Denmark takes over the position from Norway.
Nunavut had its first-ever hockey win at the Arctic Winter Games in 2023. Now, a medal from that game will be displayed at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, to commemorate the historic win.
A new bioengineered ink dramatically boosts coral larvae settlement.
After record temperatures in 2024, climate scientists had expected this year to be cooler, but instead the planet seems to be heading for a second year above the 1.5°C climate goal
EPA previously held a state-specific "water policy" event with West Virginia officials, which focused on carbon injection wells.
At the Berkeley Pit, researchers hope to extract valuable metals to increase U.S. production of rare earths used in electric cars, medical advances and national defense.
‘Reductions in Arctic and Antarctic ice are expected to continue, potentially leading to completely ice-free polar regions’: paper.
LONDON — United States energy officials are reassessing the risk posed by Chinese-made devices that play a critical role in renewable energy infrastructure after unexplained communication equipment was found inside some of them, two people familiar with the matter said.
The Biden administration’s rule reduced acreage rental rates and capacity fees for wind and solar power projects.
The allegations of lockout pertain to employees forced to take paid leave in a prelude to their potential firing.
Russia’s coal industry has been hit hard by Western sanctions, high production costs, falling global prices and logistical bottlenecks.
The EPA said Wednesday it plans to weaken and reconsider federal guidelines on toxic "forever chemicals" in America's drinking water, citing compliance reasons.
Ontario's electricity is now being produced with the highest percentage of greenhouse-gas-emitting power since coal plants were operating in the province.
[Radio Dalsan] More than 84,000 people have been affected by flash floods across Somalia since mid-April, with at least 17 lives lost, according to a new report released by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
Cities, insurers, and the public used the Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters database to plan for the future. Now what will they do?
Pope Francis made a strong moral case for addressing climate change and respecting Indigenous rights. Will Leo do the same?
[GroundUp] Just Share's report shows failure to lower greenhouse gas emissions by big polluters
Rather than oil and gas, a U.S. partnership with the Saudis focuses on AI and data centers.
The legislation could force adjustments to a major project planned by Summit Carbon Solutions.
Democrats had their own forum on insurance Tuesday, with a focus on climate change.
The status of the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund is important to Floridians regardless of where they live.
More than 400,000 Australians signed up to an EnergyAustralia program to offset their energy bills. Were they unwitting victims of greenwashing?
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00422E, Paper Wenda Li, Zhaoyue Li, Lizhi Li, Alice Jane Merryweather, Yilin Chen, Shaoyu Yang, Hao Shi, Yang Lu, Yixiao Qiu, Guangsu Tan, Zhipeng Chen, Weiwei Wang, Yuzhu Wang, Yi-Fan Huang, Zhengyan Lun, Christoph Schnedermann, Xiangwen Gao, jingyang wang, Clare P. Grey, Chao Xu Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are attracting significant attention as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to lithium-ion batteries. However, challenges related to achieving long-term cycling stability and high energy density persist. This... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Climate change and energy minister accuses Sussan Ley’s Coalition of ‘keeping the climate wars going’ with decision to review net zero stance Australia news live: latest politics and federal election updates Full federal election results: live Australian Senate seat count See our full coverage of the Australian election Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here Chris Bowen has ridiculed the Liberal party for putting net zero by 2050 up for review after its election defeat, comparing it to putting the “sky being blue” up for debate. The climate change and energy minister also warned that breaking Australia’s bipartisan commitment to the “bare minimum” emissions target risked creating a sovereign risk for renewables investors. Sign...
The Environmental Protection Agency will rescind and reconsider drinking water standards for four chemicals that have been linked to a range of illnesses.
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 14 May 2025; doi:10.1038/s41558-025-02332-yUsing seven generations of selected zebrafish (Danio rerio), the authors consider the trade-offs and mechanisms behind evolution of warming tolerance. They show unexpected improvements in cooling tolerance in warming-adapted fish, and highlight mechanistic insights behind warming tolerance.
Allstate and State Farm are facing scrutiny on Capitol Hill for how they handled claims after Hurricanes Helene and Milton tore through the Southeast last year.
There are quite a few affordable electric vehicles available in America as of 2025, but one takes the crown as the most affordable of them all.
A cold-blooded killer from Colombia was among a staggering number of illegal immigrants rounded up by ICE agents in a city-wide sting operation across Houston this week.
Climate change, one expert says, continues to make the wildfire situation worse in Manitoba — a trend that is expected to continue.
Taiwanese lawmakers have revised a nuclear power bill that effectively opens the door for a restart of the island’s atomic plants, a move that underscores a wider policy shift as its energy demand grows and geopolitical tensions worsen.
In a letter, Milieudefensie says it wants to stop firm developing new oil and gas projects ‘to curb crisis’ Climate campaigners in the Netherlands have promised to take Shell to court for a second time to force the energy company to stop developing new oil and gas projects. In a letter to Shell , the Dutch climate non-profit Milieudefensie vowed to take legal action because the company has 700 oil and gas projects in development that will continue to drive up carbon emissions despite efforts to slow global heating. Continue reading...
A new proposal from Environmental Protection agency director Lee Zeldin went viral after he promised to get rid of one frustrating feature in new vehicles.
Have you ever imagined what Antarctica looks like beneath its thick blanket of ice? Hidden below are rugged mountains, valleys, hills and plains. Some peaks, like the towering Transantarctic Mountains, rise above the ice. But others, like the mysterious and ancient Gamburtsev Subglacial Mountains in the middle of East Antarctica, are completely buried. The Gamburtsev […]
General Motors has cracked the chemistry of lower-cost, energy-dense electric vehicle batteries. Budget-conscious gasoline holdouts may soon have no excuse.
Violent apprehensions, warrantless arrests, deported children: how many more abuses of power will it take for Democrats to speak up? On Friday, the Democratic mayor of Newark was arrested and detained in his own city by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) agents. His crime? Trying to gain access and inspection rights to a privately operated detention center that he says is in violation of multiple city lawsuits . Three Democratic members of Congress accompanied Ras Baraka to the Delaney Hall facility in Newark, as they exercised their own congressionally mandated right to enter Ice detention facilities for oversight purposes, without prior notice. On 8 May, Ice agents “held a young girl’s face to the ground” while they detained her mother in Worcester, Massachusetts. A video...
Dutch environmental group Milieudefensie said Tuesday it was launching a new legal case against Shell, aiming to stop the fossil fuel giant investing in new oil and gas fields.
What they learn could help communities that depend on mountain snowmelt. The post Scientists track climate change on a remote Andes mountain peak appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Climate change is making things worse.
by Tony Schick and Monica Samayoa, Oregon Public Broadcasting This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with Oregon Public Broadcasting. Sign up for Dispatches to get our stories in your inbox every week. Electric companies in Oregon and Washington are hurtling toward deadlines to stop using power generated by coal, gas and other fuels that contribute to global warming. Yet the states are nowhere near achieving their goals, and the dramatic consequences are already being felt. During a winter storm in January 2024, for example, the Northwest barely had enough power to meet demand as homeowners cranked up electric...
The proposal, which is circulating through federal agencies, could help fossil fuel projects move forward more quickly.
Hydrogen fluoride is used at around a quarter of U.S. refineries in the alkylation process, but accidental releases and near-misses have prompted calls to switch to other methods.
Rising domestic demand, hot summers and rapidly deteriorating domestic production mean Egypt needs to buy increasing volumes of liquefied natural gas.
Clergy and faithful in the Amazon region see Pope Leo XIV as a pontiff who could protect the region and fight against climate change.
It’s the latest example of how climate strategies focused on adapting to the physical shocks of global warming are gaining traction.
Exclusive: Andrew Bowie calls climate scientists biased and says country should not be ‘hamstrung by arbitrary targets’ The Conservative party’s energy spokesperson has attacked leading climate scientists as biased and claimed Kemi Badenoch could take the UK out of the Paris climate agreement. Andrew Bowie, the acting shadow secretary for energy, told the Guardian that the target of reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 – passed into law by Theresa May – was “arbitrary” and “not based on science”. Continue reading...
Drier, warmer weather in much of British Columbia last month has contributed to an early melt, raising concern for widespread drought this summer, the province's latest snowpack and water supply bulletin says.
The Arctic Council’s Arctic Monitoring and assessment Programme (AMAP) recently released a Summary for PolicyMakers’ Arctic Climate Change Update 2024. It is one of several stock taking exercises on the regional and global states of Earth’s climate. The other reports include the 2024 European State of the Climate (ESOTC) report, NOAA’s Assessing the Global Climate […] The post The most recent climate status first appeared on RealClimate.
A 24-year-old man is in custody after an incident in Arctic Bay last Thursday that caused the RCMP to send out an alert warning residents of an active shooter.
North Sea firms are retrenching amid the oil price volatility triggered by Donald Trump's tariff threats but bargain-hunters are eyeing opportunities.
Your lawn mower is powered by an engine just like your car, albeit at a much smaller scale, so do you need to worry about changing the oil filter?
Viktor Khoroshavtsev served as a Russian senator from 2003 to 2009 until he was appointed president of the oil company Bashneft.
This is a re-post from Yale Climate Connections by Jeff Masters The new Department of Energy secretary, Chris Wright, until recently was the CEO of Liberty Energy, the nation’s second-largest fracking firm . In 2024, the firm published a manifesto called “ Bettering Human Lives ,” in which Wright makes a provocative statement that would be reassuring – if only it were true: “Another thing that we often hear about climate change is that it leads to a significant increase in extreme weather events with deadly consequences. This claim is false. Extensive reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) actually show no increase in the frequency or intensity of hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, or weather-related droughts,” Wright...
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana will soon establish a climate and sustainability hub to help accelerate climate action in the West African sub-region, the Minister of state in charge of Climate Change and Sustainability, Mr Seidu Issifu, has declared.
[UN News] Devastating floods in South Sudan in recent months left thousands of herders without their most precious possessions: goats, cows and cattle. The animals are central to people's lives and age-old customs including marriage and cultural traditions. All risk being swept away or scorched by the ravages of climate change.
Devastating floods in South Sudan in recent months left thousands of herders without their most precious possessions: goats, cows and cattle. The animals are central to people’s lives and age-old customs including marriage and cultural traditions. All risk being swept away or scorched by the ravages of climate change.
Chinese researchers have a new method to extract uranium from seawater twice as cheaply as previous technologies. Their success comes as China needs uranium to fuel its unprecedented nuclear expansion
Experts have urged India to explore innovative solutions to skirt the curbs, from e-waste recycling to extracting rare earths from oil wells.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The world’s wealthiest 10 percent are responsible for two-thirds of global heating since 1990, driving droughts and heatwaves in the poorest parts of the world, according to a study. While researchers have previously shown that higher income groups emit disproportionately large amounts […]
Antarctica is the fifth-largest continent by size, so what's hiding under its massive sheaths of ice?
New report says the government ignores local and international laws that protect Indigenous rights.
Cleveland-Cliffs won a $500 million DOE grant intended to decarbonize heavy industry. Now, it's planning to rely more on fossil fuels.
President Donald Trump’s move to kill the power plant climate regulation could offer a lifeline to coal while sinking renewable energy.
The state's lawmakers hope the resolution is replicated around the country, as climate change raises the cost of insurance.
by Tony Schick and Monica Samayoa, Oregon Public Broadcasting This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with Oregon Public Broadcasting. Sign up for Dispatches to get stories like this one as soon as they are published. On Feb. 17, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek released a video assuring Oregonians that Donald Trump would not derail the progressive state’s efforts to combat climate change. As promised during his presidential campaign, Trump had issued executive orders during his first week in office aimed at halting new sources of wind power and freezing Biden-era funding for renewable energy. Oregon, Kotek said...
[The Conversation Africa] Human emissions of greenhouse gases have caused rapid global warming. This has made high-impact, heat extreme events around the globe more and more intense over the past 70 years. Heat extremes, such as heatwaves, can cause severe damage to infrastructure by damaging bridges and railways. They also harm ecosystems, and can lead to loss of life.
The soft, waxy "solid refrigerant" being investigated in a UK laboratory may not look very exciting, but its unusual properties promise an air-conditioning revolution that could eliminate the need for greenhouse gases.
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 12 May 2025; doi:10.1038/s41558-025-02334-wThe gap between adaptation policy planning and actual implementation could delay effective actions. Researchers demonstrate why internal consistency checks should be the starting point to reduce the gap by applying them for city-level adaptation plans across Europe.
0W-20 synthetic oil is all the rage these days, but what engines actually need this grade of motor oil - and, more importantly, how long does it last?
Solar and wind power make up 59 per cent of China’s energy projects on continent and it’s a key market for the technology, think tank says.
Heavy rains in Wang Nam Khiao, Nakhon Ratchasima, led to flash floods that caused significant damage and left one construction worker missing.
A listing of 27 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, May 4, 2025 thru Sat, May 10, 2025. This week's roundup is again published by category and sorted by number of articles included in each. The formatting is a bit different compared to previous weeks, though. We are still interested in feedback to hone the categorization, so if you spot any clear misses and/or have suggestions for additional categories, please let us know in the comments. Thanks! Stories we promoted this week, by category: Climate Policy and Politics (7 articles) How the political consensus on climate change has shattered Despite unswering public attitudes on climate change, for a number of reasons both benign and malign the UK finds itself...
Migratory birds, vital for ecosystem balance through pollination and pest control, face increasing threats from climate change. Rising sea levels endanger coastal stopover sites, while ocean acidification impacts crucial food sources. Extreme weather events and altered temperatures disrupt migration patterns, leading to habitat conflicts.
Extinction Rebellion “Rebels” mark failure of governments to meet the critical climate target and declare, “there is still time to prevent more harm.”
The spacecraft, which launched in 1972 on a mission to Venus, circled Earth for over five decades.
The Carolina Hurricanes are a decided favorite for Saturday's Game 3 against the Washington Capitals.
Oil and gas firms are reeling, and major renewables projects are getting shelved as Trump’s policies rattle energy investors and executives.
The agency maintains the global backbone of measurements of CO2 and other gases, but these are at risk of being curtailed if the foreshadowed cuts to NOAA are realized.
The government's plan to import more liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US could not only ease the trade imbalance between the two countries, but also lead to a new business opportunity.
From worm farms to Bokashi bins, there are plenty of options available. But more important than how you compost is that you do it at all Change by Degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprint Got a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.com Composting food waste rather than sending it to landfill drastically reduces household waste and emissions. From the old-school compost heap to worm farms and council Fogo (food organics and garden organics) bins, there are options to suit everyone, including those in small apartments. Here’s how to start. Continue reading...
In the suit, 15 Democratic states called Trump’s declaration illegal and said federal agencies were rushing permits for fossil fuel projects under false pretenses.
23,000 gallons of gasoline leaked on the Southern Ute reservation in December. The post Massive pipeline spill seeps toward Colorado’s Animas River appeared first on High Country News.
The hailstorm and resulting floods gave way to chaotic scenes as Valencians rushed for cover in a month where daytime temperatures typically hover around 20 degrees Celsius.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 130, Issue 9, 16 May 2025.
Indonesia’s state-owned Antara news agency reported that the Energy, Mineral and Coal Suppliers Association warned LGES’s exit could derail the EV industry road map.
Samsung is reportedly gearing up to use a next-generation silicon-carbon battery in its first-ever tri-fold smartphone, anticipated to launch later this year. This new battery technology boasts a higher energy density than traditional lithium-ion batteries, which can pack more power into a smaller space. According to leaker PandaFlash (via Android Headlines) while the battery capacity […]
[Namibia Economist] Lately, Namibia is buzzing with a new kind of energy and I don't just mean oil and gas - I mean green technology. We have seen discourse on social media, on panel discussions and in keynote addresses on how green hydrogen is on its way to becoming one of Namibia's greatest exports.
Meet the moms who are defending their children and the planet. The post Two Latina moms who are standing up for climate justice appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The federal Energy Star program is among the most successful government initiatives in modern history. Its signature blue label is now nearly as recognizable as the Nike swoosh or a Coca-Cola can, and appliances bearing it save American consumers some $40 […]
The Rhode Island project to create local jobs, launch compost hubs, and reduce emissions was years in the making.
As the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week kicks off around the world under the theme “Make walking and cycling safe,” the World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new toolkit to help governments promote active mobility – by making it safer. Each year, nearly 1.2 million people lose their lives on the roads, more than a quarter of them while walking or cycling. Yet, only 0.2% of the roads worldwide are equipped with cycle lanes, and far too many communities lack basics like sidewalks or safe pedestrian crossings. “Walking and cycling improve health and make cities more sustainable. Every step and every ride help to cut congestion, air pollution and disease,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “But we must make walking...
Competition in Thailand's solar rooftop market is expected to intensify, driven by lower prices, greater supply from producers and the government's promotion of renewable energy.
Spain has rejected claims that more nuclear power would have helped as recriminations erupt over last week’s outage.
Critics say the investment in climate-cooling research, like refreezing sea ice and brightening clouds, distracts from the need to cut planet-warming emissions.
A hearing in Rhode Island marked the second time in a month that the oil giant sought to blunt one of the first climate lawsuits.
US Vice President JD Vance addressed the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, stating that the conflict is "fundamentally none of our business." He acknowledged concerns about nuclear powers in conflict and emphasized the US desire for de-escalation. Vance highlighted India's grievances with Pakistan and affirmed the US will not intervene militarily, focusing instead on encouraging de-escalation.
Voters have spoken with clarity. We want a renewable-powered future Australia news live: latest politics and federal election updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A shift toward nuclear power and a significant expansion of gas electricity would have stalled renewable energy investment at the worst possible time, potentially derailing Australia’s transition to a clean, modern energy system. This election was not just a political moment, it was a turning point. This result might offer a much-needed shot in the arm for the clean energy sector, but this is no time for self-congratulation or complacency. Australia’s energy transformation is happening in country towns and centres right around the nation with windfarms, solar projects, battery installations...
With climate change causing soaring temperatures, the 19th International Architecture Exhibition explores how cities can adapt to becoming resilient to extreme heat.
Vice-president says US will seek to de-escalate but cannot force either nuclear power to ‘lay down their arms’ JD Vance has said that the US will not intervene in the conflict between Pakistan and India , calling fighting between the two nuclear powers “fundamentally none of our business”. The remarks came during an interview with Fox News, where the US vice-president said that the US would seek to de-escalate the conflict but could force neither side to “lay down their arms”. Continue reading...
Climate related problems, from storms to health issues, are causing a wave of change in the insurance industry.
US agency will no longer update major weather database in latest showing of Trump’s influence on climate resources The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Noaa) will no longer track the cost of climate crisis -fueled weather disasters , including floods, heatwaves, wildfires and more. It is the latest example of changes to the agency and the Trump administration limiting federal government resources on climate change. Noaa falls under the US Department of Commerce and is tasked with daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings and climate monitoring. It is also parent to the National Weather Service. Continue reading...
A report into April's deadly flooding has found that climate change made the central Mississippi River valley's extreme weather event more likely and more intense.
Simulations suggest that an extraordinary jump in temperatures seen in 2023 and 2024 could simply be natural variability, rather than a new phase of climate change as some researchers have suggested
Over eight episodes, the fictional hamlet of Ice Cove, Nunavut, brought audiences humour, culture and community — and there's more on the way, as Arctic comedy North of North is renewed for a second season.
Sacred site of the Arabana people could get its most significant top-up in a generation as floods spread across the outback Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here A pulse of flood water has surged into Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre in what could be the most significant top-up in a generation. The sacred site of the Arabana people is home to rivers and creeks that drain towards the second largest salt lake in the world. Its surrounding basin sprawls across 1.2m sq km , or just under one-sixth of Australia’s landmass. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue reading...
Controversial experiments are set to take place in Britain within the next five years to reflect sunlight away from Earth, experts say.
The directors, who served under both Democratic and Republican presidents, said Trump administration policies jeopardize national parks.
[Liberian Observer] The coffee that Edward Wilmot Blyden proudly described to the American Colonization Society in 1883 -- the rare, resilient Coffea liberica -- is poised for a remarkable comeback. Indigenous to Liberia and Sierra Leone, the Liberica coffee tree once elevated Liberia to international fame as a producer of some of the world's finest coffee. Now, amid the intensifying climate crisis, this hardy species offers fresh promise not just for Liberia, but for the future of global coffee production itself.
With less than a month before the start of the 2025 hurricane season, residents are still recovering from catastrophic damage from the past two years Idalia. Debby. Helene. Not visiting friends, not neighbors. All hurricanes that have not yet faded into memory for the residents of Taylor county in Florida, where all three powerful storms hit in just two years. Continue reading...
The series of storms unleashed tornadoes, strong winds and extreme rainfall in the central Mississippi Valley region and caused at least 24 deaths.
Road building in the Amazon, which historically has often led to deforestation, also stands in stark contrast to a central aim of climate conferences: conservation of biodiversity.
Experts will explore whether the Arctic's rapidly diminishing sea ice could be artificially thickened by pumping seawater onto the surface in winter.
Any potential tropical threat could be linked to a phenomenon known as the Central American Gyre, which has historically contributed to tropical storm formation in the Caribbean or the Gulf.
California projects terminated by the Trump administration would have provided clean drinking water in rural communities, air purifiers for children with asthma and a community park, among other benefits.
Commoners say restrictive grazing may be raising risk of fires like one that scorched 500ha of moorland The spot where the wildfire broke out could hardly have been worse. Cut Hill is one of the remotest and highest peaks on Dartmoor, miles from any road, a place of tussocky, ankle-turning terrain. And the weeks of hot weather meant the molinia, the moorland grass, was as tinder dry as farmers can remember it at this time of year. Once it took hold, on Sunday, the fire raged. Continue reading...
We present results from a randomized controlled trial in Bangladesh that introduced operational practices to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions in 276 “zigzag” brick kilns. Of all intervention kilns, 65% adopted the improved practices. ...
[World Bank] Washington -- The World Bank today approved the $216 million Sikasso-Korhogo-Bobo-Dioulasso (SKBo) Basin of Integration Project to strengthen the resilience of transport infrastructure to the challenges posed by climate change in the subregion.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE06038E, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence. Jing Li, Xiang Qiao, Bingchen He, Yuan Zhang, Subhajit Pal, Linchao Sun, Muhammad Bilal, Zhenhuang Su, Xingyu Gao, Joe Briscoe, I. Abrahams, Meng Li, Zhe Li, Yao Lu Despite notable progress in the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of lead halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs), their commercial viability remains limited by stability issues and the risk of lead contamination.... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Global temperatures were stuck at near-record highs in April, the EU's climate monitor said on Thursday, extending an unprecedented heat streak and raising questions about how quickly the world might be warming.
SCG Cement and Green Solution, a unit of Siam Cement Group, is continuing to develop low-carbon cement, allocating an additional budget of 1 billion baht amid economic challenges that will slow domestic cement consumption.
The state's spending plan includes a slight boost to a key environmental fund, plus $1 billion for climate programs.
The Great Energy Transition is under way, and may come to define this era, but it's not going smoothly.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE06003B, Paper Guoqiang Liu, Linyu Hu, Ying Liu, Mao-Wen Xu, Jiajun Guo, Haichuan Zhou, Guoliang Ma, He Lin, Zhenhuang Su, Chang Liu, Jiangqi Zhao, Chunlong Dai, Zifeng Lin Current strategies to improve the low-temperature performance of aqueous batteries typically comes at the cost of safety, reaction kinetics, or overall energy density. Besides, the existing cathodes of low-temperature aqueous... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
[New Era] Swakopmund -- Urgent action is needed to improve offshore safety in Namibia's growing oil and gas sector as any lapse in health, safety and environmental standards could derail the country's energy ambitions.
Researchers discovered Eos, a molecular cloud, using ultraviolet light. It is near Earth and lacks carbon monoxide. This cloud lies on the Local Bubble's edge. Eos's discovery helps understand star birth conditions. Scientists propose a NASA mission named Eos. This mission will chart ultraviolet radiation across the Milky Way. It aims to find more hidden molecular clouds.
A video with nearly 5million views sparked concerns for Kalluk, a polar bear living at the San Diego Zoo, after he appeared to sad and exhausted.
Hurricane forecasters have issued the first storm warning of the year, as conditions off the coast of Central America could spawn a tropical depression that would likely impact the US.
An Environmental Protection Agency plan to eliminate its Energy Star offices would end a decades-old program that gave consumers a choice to buy environmentally friendly electronics and save money on bills, consumer and environmental groups said.
Exposure to small particulate matter from fires contributes to thousands of annual deaths in US, according to study Wildfires driven by the climate crisis contribute to as many as thousands of annual deaths and billions of dollars in economic costs from wildfire smoke in the United States, according to a new study. The paper, published on Friday in the journal Nature Communications Earth & Environment, found that from 2006 to 2020, the climate crisis contributed to about 15,000 deaths from exposure to small particulate matter from wildfires and cost about $160bn. The annual range of deaths was 130 to 5,100, the study showed, with the highest in states such as Oregon and California. Continue reading...
What Is the Just Transition and Why Is it Crucial for Colombia? sarah.brown@wri.org Wed, 05/07/2025 - 14:42 Español In 2021, two major coal mines in Colombia’s northern Cesar Department — Calenturitas and La Jagua — shut down due to the low prices of thermal coal in global markets. The closures cost about 14,000 jobs and considerably reduced tax revenues in the municipalities of La Jagua de Ibirico, El Paso and Becerril, where the mines operated. The loss of royalty income affected the financing of future local development projects and the provision of public services. The closure of mining operations in Cesar exposed the heavy reliance of some Colombian regions on the coal industry — and the profound impacts that can result from moving away from an extractivist...
Veterans on Patrol, which spread conspiracy theories in the wake of Hurricane Helene, has encouraged followers to visit sites hosting weather equipment.
As President Donald Trump's administration purges public records since storming back to power, experts and volunteers are preserving thousands of web pages and government sites devoted to climate change, health or LGBTQ rights and other issues.
The draft, the third advanced by EPA under the new administration, sets new mandates. The first two aimed to repeal existing regulations.
Characterised by darkness and cold temperatures, the extreme environment of Antarctica’s deep sea is largely unexplored. Now, after a special marine science voyage, a team aboard Australia’s national icebreaker, RSV Nuyina, has collected some remarkable species from the waters around the Denman Glacier Read more about RSV Nuyina’s crucial mission to Antarctica Continue reading...
This is a re-post from Yale Climate Connections by Bob Henson Alandmark policy crafted in April by members of the U.N.’s International Maritime Organization, or IMO, will tax international shippers based on the carbon content of their fuels. The draft policy is due to be finalized in late 2025. The agreement that emerged from the 83rd meeting of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee was undeniably a compromise – critiqued by activists and oil-rich nations alike. Yet it’s also undeniably historic. As the organization put it , “The IMO Net-zero Framework is the?first in the world to combine mandatory emissions limits and [greenhouse gas] pricing across an entire industry sector.” Key measures of the approved draft include:...
[Liberian Observer] The Environmental Protection Agency of Liberia (EPA) has fined Lonestar Cell MTN, a hefty US$15,000.00 for the telecommunication giant's failure to address environmental safety requirements.
A Russian drone attack has inflicted tens of millions of pounds of damage to the site of the Chornobyl nuclear power plant, according to experts. The photographer Julia Kochetova has gained access to the area Continue reading...
Political uncertainty under Trump has dampened the market, even as red states see a boom in renewable energy Renewable energy in the US has surged to unprecedented levels, with the combined power generated by solar , wind and geothermal more than tripling over the past decade, according to a new report by a network of state environmental groups. The growth has slashed harmful greenhouse gas emissions, made the nation’s energy system more resilient and prevented thousands of premature deaths from power plant pollution, according to the report by Environment America . The amount of solar energy produced in 2024 – enough to power 28m homes – was nearly eight times higher than a decade earlier. Solar power production increased 27% from 2023 to 2024. Wind produced even more energy –...
House Republicans announced Wednesday that they advanced a budget bill that would increase fossil fuel production and mining of public lands.
The National Centers for Environmental Information decommissioned a suite of datasets Monday.
Volunteers are leading the fight against one of the worst environmental disasters in recent history. The authorities aren't thrilled.
He says it’s important for the world to act quickly. The post Ocean warming is accelerating, scientist warns appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Trials will test ways to block sunlight and slow climate crisis that threatens to trigger catastrophic tipping points Real-world geoengineering experiments spanning the globe from the Arctic to the Great Barrier Reef are being funded by the UK government. They will test sun-reflecting particles in the stratosphere, brightening reflective clouds using sprays of seawater and pumping water on to sea ice to thicken it. Getting this “critical missing scientific data” is vital with the Earth nearing several catastrophic climate tipping points , said the Advanced Research and Invention Agency (Aria), the government agency backing the plan . If demonstrated to be safe, geoengineering could temporarily cool the planet and give more time to tackle the root cause of the climate crisis: the burning...
SpaceX and Starlink owner may benefit from Trump cuts to projects that could have led to regulations and costs The Trump administration is poised to kill federal research into pollution from satellites and rockets, including some caused by Elon Musk ’s space companies, raising new conflict-of-interest questions about the billionaire SpaceX and Starlink owner. The pollution appears to be accumulating in the stratosphere at alarming levels. Some fear it could destroy the ozone layer, potentially expose some people to higher levels of ultraviolet radiation or help further destabilize the earth’s climate during the climate crisis . Continue reading...
Feeding the world sustainably is an incredibly complex challenge, yet some people are trying to sell us a bucolic fairytale The fire that has just destroyed 500 hectares (1,230 acres) of Dartmoor should have been impossible. It should not be a fire-prone landscape. But sheep, cattle and ponies have made it so. They selectively browse out tree seedlings, preventing the return of temperate rainforest, which is extremely difficult to burn. In dry weather, the moor grass, bracken and heather covering the deforested landscape are tinder. The plume of carbon dioxide and smoke released this week is one of the many impacts of livestock grazing. But several recent films , alongside celebrities, politicians, billionaires and far-right podcasts, seek to persuade us that cattle and sheep are good...
Forecasters are predicting higher temperatures across the U.S. and up to 10 hurricanes. Cutting federal programs could leave people even more vulnerable.
Ørsted cancels fourth stage of Hornsea project off Yorkshire coast, which was expected to include 180 giant turbines One of the UK’s largest planned offshore windfarms has been cancelled by its developer, the Danish wind power company Ørsted, as a result of higher costs and greater risk. The fourth phase of the huge Hornsea windfarm development , located off the Yorkshire coast, was expected to include 180 giant turbines, capable of generating the equivalent of enough green electricity to power 1m homes. Continue reading...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE06204C, Analysis Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence. Muhammad Tayyab, Maximiliane Dreis, Dennis Blaudszun, Kevinjeorjios Pellumbi, Urbain Nzotcha, Muhammad Qaiser Masood, Sebastian Stiessel, Henning Weinrich, Hermann Tempel, Kai junge Puring, Ruediger-A. Eichel, Ulf-Peter Apfel The defossilisation of the chemical industry is a critical milestone in achieving climate-friendly and sustainable production routes. In this regard, CO2-electrolysis technologies have emerged as a foundational element of Carbon... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Governors support interregional power lines to protect against extreme weather, deliver wind power and create more price competition.
[New Times] Rwanda and Singapore have embarked on designing high-quality carbon credit projects that deliver real climate and development benefits.
[The Conversation Africa] In sunny Zambia, fewer than 6% of rural people have access to electricity, leaving over 94% in darkness.
The International Energy Agency’s latest report on methane puts last year's energy-related emissions around the same level as in 2023.
A South Carolina judge told attorneys for Charleston and the fossil fuel companies that it's suing to determine if the executive order affects their case.
Signatories to the Paris Agreement are expected to file adaptation strategies with the United Nations this year.
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's dormant Kayelekera Uranium Mine is powering back to life with a MK350 billion (US$200 million) investment from Australian firm Lotus Resources--positioning the country at the centre of a global nuclear energy revival.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE04857A, Paper Mingzhe Yang, Tongle Chen, gongrui Wang, Xiaofeng Li, Yangyang Liu, Xuanxuan Ren, Ying Zhang, Lu Wu, Li Song, Juncai Sun, Zhong-Shuai Wu Lithium-rich manganese-based oxides (LRMOs) are promising high-specific-energy cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) but face issues of voltage decay and poor cyclability rooted in ireversible O/Mn redox. Herein we present... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Methane emissions, a key driver of climate change, remain stubbornly high around the world according to an annual update from the International Energy Agency.
[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia in collaboration with Liberia National Police has embarked on a comprehensive Nationwide Environmental Compliance Monitoring and County Tour, running from May 3 to May 15, 2025.
The popular Energy Star program is threatened under a planned reorganization of the Environmental Protection Agency.
The state Oil Fuel Fund’s huge loss of 47.7 billion baht is expected to be wiped out this year thanks to a decrease in global crude oil prices, says an Energy Ministry official.
Since 1992, the popular Energy Star program has helped American families and businesses save more than $500 billion in energy costs.
Wang Jin’s unique appearance, characterised by mismatched eyes – one dark, the other cloudy grey – adds to his story.
Between tariffs roiling the global economy and OPEC putting more barrels on the market, prices have dropped significantly since January. That's good for consumers, and bad for oil companies.
Exclusive: Government and water firms preparing for possible shortages as dry weather is expected to continue England is heading towards a drought this summer unless there is significant rainfall soon, as reservoir water levels dwindle. The government will on Wednesday convene the National Drought Group of water companies, farming groups and other experts to prepare for what is expected to be a dry summer with potential water shortages. Continue reading...
Staffers were told Monday that the agency is looking to shut down the voluntary program this year.
The Carolina Hurricanes are road favorites in Game 1 vs. the Capitals.
Cutting greenhouse gases will reduce number of deaths from poor air quality, say scientists at the University of Leeds.
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, will this week represent South Africa at the Copenhagen Climate Ministerial Meeting in Denmark, a critical platform leading to COP30 in Belém, Brazil.
Regular oil changes and routine maintenance are important for a long engine life. SpeeDee Oil Change and Auto Service's 17-point oil change can help you.
[Daily Trust] The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has agreed to increase oil production for the second time in two months, adding 411,000 barrels per day to its production quota in June.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01202C, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence. Lina Chen, Yi Qin, Claire T. Coulthard, Zoë R. Turner, Chunping Chen, James Kwan, Dermot O’Hare Conventional catalytic CO 2 reduction into value-added products often encounters challenges such as high energy barriers and complex operational setups. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
BJ Birtwell travels from city to city promoting electric cars. He explained in an interview why regulations could turn away EV-curious Trump supporters.
The EU on Tuesday is due to unveil a keenly anticipated plan to phase out its remaining gas ties to Moscow, a challenge given Europe's longstanding dependence on Russian fossil fuels.
The agency didn't offer an alternative in its proposed repeal of rules that limit planet-warming pollution.
The Biden-era regulation targeted on-site combustion from appliances such as heaters and boilers.
Experts say this is the nation's first state lodging tax that raises money for the environment and coping with climate change.
The 3rd LDC Future Forum, held from April 1-3, 2025, in Zambia, brought together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to address the urgent need for resilience in the world’s 44 Least Developed Countries (LDCs). Under the theme of enhancing resilience, the forum emphasized innovative financing, climate-smart agriculture, sustainable infrastructure, circular economy and multi-stakeholder partnerships to […]
Abstract Climate adaptation requires actionable scientific information about potential climate impacts. Spatial climate analogs answer the question, ‘where does the future climate of a focal location occur today?’ Analogs provide a means to develop measures of climate change exposure and can be applied to project climate change impacts. Although analogs are the basis for empirical models, recent applications of analogs have been structured as spatial models, which can contribute distinct information compared to more commonly used nonspatial approaches. Analogs may improve our ability to communicate climate change impacts for science and nonscience audiences. We review approaches for identifying analogs, summarize their applications, highlight understudied features, and examine evidence of their...
Staff at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the Department of Energy division that guides public and private research and development involving renewable energy and energy efficiency, were blindsided with a round of layoffs on Monday morning. Three lab sources told Mother Jones the cuts affect several NREL departments, including communications, wind, water, and community […]
Attorneys general from 17 states and D.C. are challenging an executive order Trump signed on his first day in office pausing approvals, permits and loans for all wind energy projects.
Administration is ‘devastating one of our nation’s fastest-growing sources of clean energy’, says NY attorney general A coalition of Democratic state attorneys general sued on Monday in an attempt to block Donald Trump’s move to suspend leasing and permitting of new wind projects, saying it threatens to cripple the wind industry and a key source of clean energy. Seventeen states and the District of Columbia argued, in a lawsuit filed in federal court in Boston, that the decision by the Republican president’s administration to indefinitely pause all federal wind-energy approvals was unlawful and must be blocked. Continue reading...
The lawsuit is the latest challenge by Democratic attorneys general against the Trump administration's efforts to roll back climate initiatives.
When Pope Francis assumed office in 2013, he called on Catholic institutions to divest from fossil fuels. How far did they get?
Doug Paulley and Kevin Jordan say their lives being ruined, and lack of effective strategy infringes their human rights Two men who say they are being failed by the UK’s flawed response to climate breakdown are taking their case to Europe’s top human rights court. Doug Paulley and Kevin Jordan say their lives have been ruined by the rising temperatures and extreme weather caused by the climate crisis, and that the government’s response fails to respect their human rights. Continue reading...
Changing your own vehicle's oil is a great way to save money. However, having a car ramp will make it easier. Here's what you need to know before buying one.
In rare bipartisan pushback, state regulators say they might need to give up federal permitting authority if the White House proposal is enacted.
During the weekend, the OPEC+ group of eight nations announced it will raise its output of oil by 411,000 barrels per day as of June 1, stepping up production increases.
Layoffs and funding cuts to Fema and Noaa will impact how they predict and respond to disasters, warns professor Samantha Montano The Trump administration ’s sweeping cuts to disaster management will cost lives in the US, with hollowed-out agencies unable to accurately predict, prepare for or respond to extreme weather events, earthquakes and pandemics, a leading expert has warned. Samantha Montano, professor of emergency management at Massachusetts Maritime Academy and author of Disasterology: Dispatches from the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis , said the death toll from disasters including hurricanes, tornadoes and water pollution will rise in the US unless Trump backtracks on mass layoffs and funding cuts to key agencies. That includes the Federal Emergency Management Agency (Fema)...
by Peter Elkind ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. The Trump administration has eliminated or stifled critical data at dozens of federal agencies. Now the administration’s actions are hitting a new realm: the energy industry. For decades, the Energy Information Administration, an independent agency housed inside the Department of Energy, has provided crucial reports on everything from oil and gas to the future of alternative energy. Relied on by oil company CEOs and...
[New Dawn] -Launches sustainable drive to Cut Greenhouse Emissions.
The move came days after the Justice Department sued two states over their legal challenges against the oil and gas industry.
Companies offering adaptation are “emerging as a complementary and increasingly investable part of the broader climate response,” the report says.
A video posted by two tourists who visited Arctic Bay, Nunavut this week where they made negative comments about polar bear hunting has sparked outrage among some Inuit in the territory.
India's agricultural research body, ICAR, has developed two genome-edited rice varieties, 'DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala)' and 'Pusa DST Rice 1', promising a 20-30% yield increase. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan anticipates a second green revolution with these climate-resilient, high-yielding crops. Expected to be available to farmers in two years, these varieties aim to save water, reduce methane emissions, and boost paddy production by 4.5 million tons across five million hectares.
Oil prices slumped on Monday after eight OPEC+ members announced a sharp increase in production, while Asian stocks treaded water in thin trade with major markets closed.
For as long as there has been an oil industry, there have been oil spills. They're caused by a number of factors, from accidents to malicious acts.
Industry titans like Tim Cook and Jamie Dimon lauded Warren Buffett's remarkable legacy following his announcement to retire as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO at the end of the year. Greg Abel, currently vice chairman, is poised to succeed Buffett, a move analysts anticipated. However, Abel's appointment has drawn criticism from environmental groups, citing Berkshire Hathaway Energy's coal plant operations.
A listing of 23 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, April 27, 2025 thru Sat, May 3, 2025. This week's roundup is again published by category and sorted by number of articles included in each. The formatting is a bit different compared to previous weeks, though. We are still interested in feedback to hone the categorization, so if you spot any clear misses and/or have suggestions for additional categories, please let us know in the comments. Thanks! Stories we promoted this week, by category: Climate Policy and Politics (8 articles) Scientist Who Helped Prove Humans Changed the Climate Watches Evidence Being Erased Livermore Lab’s Ben Santer spent decades tracing humanity’s imprint on the atmosphere...
The Carolina Hurricanes favored over the Washington Capitals in Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Even U.S. allies locked in national security disputes with Beijing, like the Philippines, are finding it impossible to resist China’s green energy infrastructure.
Spain's government is still investigating the nationwide blackout on April 28, which also impacted Portugal and parts of France. Environment Minister Sara Aagesen stated that all possibilities are being considered, including a cyberattack or an imbalance caused by solar panels. While solar panels are a potential cause, Aagesen cautioned against prematurely blaming renewable energy sources.
Nigel Farage warns employees working on diversity or climate change initiatives to seek ‘alternative careers’ The head of the UK’s biggest union has urged staff at Reform UK-controlled councils to sign up after Nigel Farage warned workers to seek “alternative careers”. Farage said during a speech on Friday that he would advise council staff working on diversity or climate change initiatives to seek “alternative careers very, very quickly” after Reform UK took control of Durham county council. Continue reading...
The U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency is consolidating staff and shifting resources, part of a larger restructuring effort that will seek to "bring much needed efficiencies," officials announced.
A strain of rice developed in Chile doesn’t need a flooded field to grow, just an irrigated one – a boon to farmers as water scarcity rises.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is aiming for re-election, focusing on renewable energy.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez had a stubborn response to Tom Homan's claims the leftist Democrat was breaking the law for holding a webinar that advised illegal immigrants on evading ICE agents.
President Donald Trump made light of a gift from the United Arab Emirates on Friday, when he was gifted a box from UAE officials containing a single drop of oil. “This is the highest quality oil there is on the planet. But they only gave me a drop,” he said, laughing. But that one drop … The post UAE gifts Trump a single drop of oil appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Planned for 2035, the nuclear reactor would power research and exploration of the moon's south pole as part of the the International Lunar Research Station project.
The Tropical Forests Forever Facility, an initiative spearheaded by Brazil, would raise money from investments and pay countries to preserve forests – can it succeed where carbon markets have failed?
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- At least 17 people have been killed and more than 84,000 others displaced by flash floods following torrential rains across Somalia since mid-April, the United Nations relief agency said on Tuesday.
Murray Watt is also considering ditching the ‘nature positive’ title for Labor’s overhaul of the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Legislating a federal environment protection agency is a “very high and immediate” priority for the re-elected Labor government, new minister Murray Watt has said, signalling he wants nature laws passed quickly to avoid another drawn-out political fight. In an early statement of intent, Watt will next week travel to Western Australia where he intends to meet face to face with the premier, Roger Cook, and mining industry leaders whose lobbying helped sink the proposed EPA in the previous term. Continue reading...
Image: The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission brings us this cloud-free view of Svalbard, a remote Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean.
Arizona would be the fifth state to gain “primacy” over the permitting of wells used to inject carbon dioxide underground.
The women have created what are known as dream maps, showing their villages in their ideal states.
“Ignoring climate change’s destabilizing effects on the economy is not an option,” the lawmakers wrote.
In April, the US nearly doubled its crude oil supply to India, surpassing the UAE to become India's fourth-largest supplier. Imports from the US reached 0.33 million barrels per day, giving the US a 7.3% share of India's crude imports.
About £5bn more spent than if rules for low-carbon new-builds had not been scrapped in 2016, ECIU thinktank finds People living in newly built homes are being hit with energy bills that are nearly £1,000 a year higher than need be because of the poor standards to which they have been constructed. Occupants of homes built in the past seven years have paid about £5bn more in energy bills than they would have if regulations requiring new homes to be low-carbon had not been scrapped in 2016 , according to analysis seen by the Guardian. Continue reading...
HONG KONG — Ancient horses repeatedly migrated between North America and Eurasia, reaching today's Russian Far East near China, during the late Pleistocene when sea levels dropped and a land bridge connected the two continents, a new study found.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Oceans, Volume 130, Issue 5, May 2025.
Deep dive into the amber deposits on Hokkaido Island in Japan, which may serve as a record of ancient tsunamis.
The agency quietly removed web pages on rural energy, climate-smart agriculture, and federal loans — until farmers sued.
Scientists know that changing tree leaves can indicate when a nearby volcano is becoming more active and might erupt. In a new collaboration between NASA and the Smithsonian Institution, scientists now believe they can detect these changes from space. As volcanic magma ascends through the Earth’s crust, it releases carbon dioxide and other gases which […]
NASA has selected two more university student teams to help address real-world aviation challenges, through projects aimed at using drones for hurricane relief and improved protection of air traffic systems from cyber threats. The research awards were made through NASA’s University Student Research Challenge (USRC), which provides student-led teams with opportunities to contribute their novel […]
Ministers must resist pressure to relax environmental standards in the rush for new housing Almost two decades after the last Labour government announced a zero carbon homes standard, and with the breaking of temperature records around the world now so normal as to seem routine, it ought to be uncontroversial that new buildings should be as environmentally friendly as possible. Given everything we know about global heating, and the law obliging the UK to reach net zero by 2050, it is disturbing that even the basics of promoting energy security and efficiency continue to be questioned. But that is the situation Britain faces, as the government lays the ground for a housebuilding spree that it hopes will last for the rest of this parliament (as planning is devolved, the target...
US President Donald Trump's son Eric on Thursday assured the world's leading crypto conference that Washington would hoard "a tremendous amount of bitcoin," aided by his father's policies of slashing environmental protections to ramp up energy production.
[Radio Dalsan] Mr. Mahmoud Moalim Abdulle, Commissioner of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SODMA), has recently taken part in a high-level meeting in Nairobi aimed at tackling the growing challenges of climate change and displacement in the Horn of Africa. The gathering convened experts, Somali federal government representatives, policymakers, senior SODMA officials, and other key stakeholders.
Early EVs had a reputation for feeling numb to drive, but these models go out of the way to combine instant power with an engaging handling experience.
David Uhlmann said his work will focus on renewable energy companies and helping state and local governments address climate change and PFAS pollution.
Between paper waste, compost and trash you might think Munich homes had enough waste bins already. Here's why adding a yellow bin for plastic and metal should actually make recycling easier.
The Yukon government heard a few priorities during public consultations about the territory's new Public Lands Act: Developing more land for housing; supporting more First Nations involvement; and defending the public's access to public lands.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Cars and meat are major factors driving a gender gap in greenhouse gas emissions, new research suggests. Men emit 26 pecent more planet-heating pollution than women from transport and food, according to a preprint study of 15,000 people in France. The gap shrinks to […]
Egypt and Turkey signed an unprecedented natural gas agreement on the sidelines of Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawy’s visit to Ankara, RT reported on Wednesday. The agreement between stipulates the deployment of a Turkish vessel to store and regasify Egyptian natural gas for the first time, marking a significant shift in … The post Egypt and Turkey sign unprecedented gas and energy agreement appeared first on Egypt Independent.
BEIJING - Surging renewable energy meant China's carbon emissions fell in the first quarter of 2025 despite rapidly rising power demands, a key milestone in the country's energy transition, analysis from a think tank showed Thursday.
The British-South African was the first person to complete a long-distance swim in every ocean of the world — and has taken on extreme conditions everywhere from Mount Everest to the Arctic.
The decline in climate pollution came as energy demand was on the rise, underscoring the country’s expansion of renewable power.
The climate impact of a third Heathrow runway was revealed in internal government documents obtained by POLITICO.
There’s not enough support for the European Commission’s plan to reduce 90 percent of net emissions by 2040, said Poland's deputy energy minister.
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia - The Prime Minister of Somalia has dismissed Yusuf Abdirahman Samatar from his position as Director-General of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change following a series of serious and well-substantiated allegations of corruption, extortion and financial mismanagement involving international donor funds.
[The Conversation Africa] South Africa's rangelands have always had great value for the country. These areas offer more than just grazing for livestock. They provide services like purifying water, storing carbon and conserving biodiversity.
China's emissions fell in the first quarter of 2025 despite rapidly growing power demand thanks to soaring renewable and nuclear energy, a key milestone for world's top emitter, analysis showed Thursday.
For the first time ever, China’s carbon dioxide emissions have declined even as its power demand has increased, a possible sign of a longer-term fall in emissions
A groundbreaking study reveals that South Africa's rising landmass isn't due to volcanic activity, but rather the Earth's crust reacting to extensive groundwater loss from severe droughts. GPS and satellite data confirm a direct link between drought-induced water loss and ground uplift, offering a new method for monitoring groundwater levels and understanding climate change's impact on Earth's surface.
Equities stuttered Thursday as investors await fresh developments in trade talks, with US partners looking to reach deals to avoid Donald Trump's tariff blitz, while oil extended losses on hopes for an Iran nuclear deal.
Particles of both minerals and organic matter track the retreat of the Cordilleran Ice Sheet, which melted about 20,000 years ago.
COPENHAGEN - Denmark is considering lifting a 40-year-old ban on nuclear power to enhance its energy security, its energy minister said, marking a significant policy shift in a country that has prioritised expanding wind and solar power.
People are often told to stay indoors when the air is thick with wildfire smoke, but pollutants get in. A study shows the most affected the parts of the world.
Dangerous indoor pollution could be tackled with air purifiers but costs are too high for many, researchers say Toxic pollution from wildfires has infiltrated the homes of more than a billion people a year over the last two decades, according to new research. The climate crisis is driving up the risk of wildfires by increasing heatwaves and droughts, making the issue of wildfire smoke a “pressing global issue”, scientists said. Continue reading...
Government to analyse potential benefits of new generation of reactors Denmark is reconsidering its 40-year ban on nuclear power in a major policy shift for the renewables-heavy country. The Danish government will analyse the potential benefits of a new generation of nuclear power technologies after banning traditional nuclear reactors in 1985, its energy minister said. Continue reading...
Federal rules to reduce the levels of "forever chemicals" in drinking water are getting delayed.
Predicted dry, warm weather likely to increase pressure on rivers, whose flows are already far below normal Exceptionally low river flows are predicted across the UK this summer as a drought becomes more likely, scientists have said. An update from the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology (UKCEH) says dry, warm weather is expected over the next three months, putting pressure on water resources. Continue reading...
I was there at the creation. The Energy Star program is everything government should be.
This is a re-post from the Climate Brink by Andrew Dessler In August 2023, during an especially brutal Texas heat wave , I opened my electricity bill and was stunned by the total. As someone who studies climate change, I couldn’t help but connect the dots: global warming had made the heat wave worse, and that extra heat was driving up how much I had to spend on electricity. That realization led me to a simple question: how much of this bill was due to climate change? I set out to answer it and, 1.5 years later, I published a peer-reviewed paper . This post explains the method behind that analysis and why I estimate that climate change added about $80 to electricity costs for every Texan in 2023. Understanding the link between climate and electricity...
Most models haven’t accounted for how microplastics may increase global warming by disrupting natural cycles that store carbon.
A new study predicts Earth's oxygen will vanish in a billion years. Toho University researchers used NASA models for this finding. The aging sun will cause water evaporation and temperature rise. This will disrupt the carbon cycle and kill vegetation. Earth's atmosphere will then resemble its early state, rich in methane. Complex life will struggle to survive this deoxygenation event.
Researchers have compiled a list of "ingredients" that could help resource exploration companies locate huge reservoirs of clean hydrogen, a critical element in the transition away from fossil fuels.
EPA, Interior and Energy department nominees are all on the agenda this week.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00962F, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence. Yi Cheng, Jinhang Chen, Weiyin Chen, Qiming Liu, Obinna E. Onah, Zicheng Wang, Gang Wu, Tianyou Xie, Lucas Eddy, Boris I Yakobson, Ju Li, Yufeng Zhao, James M Tour Increasing use of lithium-ion batteries has triggered intensive attention to the management of end-of-life batteries. Sustainable recycling of high-value cathode materials is needed to address resource depletion and environmental challenges.... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Saturn’s moon Titan is an intriguing world cloaked in a yellowish, smoggy haze. Similar to Earth, the atmosphere is mostly nitrogen and has weather, including clouds and rain. Unlike Earth, whose weather is driven by evaporating and condensing water, frigid Titan has a methane cycle. NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, supplemented with images from the […]
Mexico’s Xiye Bastida helped coordinate climate marches for hundreds of millions of youth. Now she’s equipping young people around the world for more strategic climate action. The post What can individuals do about climate change? Find community. appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Experts say recent turmoil at FEMA will leave millions of people vulnerable as climate change-fueled disasters get worse in the months and years ahead.
UCL study of 9,000 children also found marked inequality, with people from ethnic minority backgrounds having higher exposure risk Young children who are exposed to high levels of air pollution are more likely to experience poor health outcomes in later adolescence, according to new research. The study , conducted by academics at University College London, looked at data from 9,000 young people taking part in the Millennium Cohort Study born between 2000 and 2002 across the UK, measuring their exposure to various types of air pollutants including PM2.5, PM10 and NO2. Continue reading...
Crop insurance is a lifeline for farmers. But research shows it's not ready for climate change.
Sinister tales of ineptitude abound as ChatGPT and its horrid friends are now found in even more places Sign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are published Get all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what you need is First Dog merchandise and prints Continue reading...
[Government of Mauritius] A three-day high-level training workshop bringing together around 30 journalists from the Eastern African region to upgrade their reporting skills on climate change as well as environmental issues, and tackle the growing threat of disinformation, kicked off, today, at the Media Trust in Port Louis.
Research shows companies ‘aligned’ with strategies to meet climate goals have risen from 3% in 2019 to 23% in 2025 European companies are increasingly lobbying for strong climate action, research has found, in a “profound shift” that analysts say challenges the narrative that businesses see green rules as a threat to profits. The share of companies whose corporate lobbying is “aligned” with pathways to meet global climate goals rose from 3% in 2019 to 23% in 2025, according to an analysis of 200 of the largest European companies by InfluenceMap, while the share of companies who were deemed “misaligned” fell from 34% to 14%. Continue reading...
The president has been making moves that could lead to an exit from the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Less wealthy countries are among the most vulnerable to potential unintended side effects from climate interventions.
The shift adds to pressure on Brussels to soften the goal of reducing heat-trapping emissions by 90 percent.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00851D, Paper Mengjiong Chen, Zhenzhen Qin, Ziyang Zhang, Yanbo Wang, Liyuan Han Gas-medium annealing simultaneously accomplished crystallization and surface passivation, contributing to high-quality perovskite films with much fewer defects from bulk to surface. A minimized energy loss of 0.29 eV was obtained for efficient PSCs. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
The French study of 15,000 people shows men emit 26% more pollution due to eating red meat and driving more Cars and meat are major factors driving a gender gap in greenhouse gas emissions, new research suggests. Men emit 26% more planet-heating pollution than women from transport and food, according to a preprint study of 15,000 people in France. The gap shrinks to 18% after controlling for socioeconomic factors such as income and education. Continue reading...
The US Treasury says the network helped ship billions of dollars worth of oil while concealing its origins.
The Minister for Climate Change and Energy has claimed that a 'silent majority' of are in favour of solar and wind farms , backed up by gas and storage.
Your engine oil plays a crucial role in your vehicle's performance, but could low levels trigger a check engine light? Here's what you need to know.
The formation of the Gondwana supercontinent also gave rise to an Antarctic range that has been covered by ice for 500 million years.
An abrupt change in Antarctica has caused the continent to gain ice. But this increase, documented in NASA satellite data, is a temporary anomaly rather than an indication that global warming has reversed, scientists say.
Oil and gas producers can accelerate their efforts to make the United States energy independent thanks to streamlined federal oil and gas leasing rules on public lands.
"EPA approved it, and everyone hates it, so we’re fixing it," Zeldin declared.
Climate change and urban sprawl are fueling a surge in venomous stings.
A project focused on Indigenous midwifery and reproductive health care in the Yukon is the big winner of this year's $1-million Arctic Inspiration Prize, with the money set to go toward building a new facility in Whitehorse.
The move was met with praise from Republican lawmakers and concerns about water pollution from environmental advocates.
This week, the world will mark the 40th anniversary of a moment that changed the course of history: the publication in Nature of ground-breaking research that presented the discovery of … The post Marking 40 years since the discovery of the ozone hole appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
Scientists have teamed up with HelloFresh to predict what Brits will be eating in just 10 years time as we fight to halt climate change.
A federal judge found the agency had failed to consider the impacts of climate change and other factors in rejecting a proposed ESA listing.
[Government of Mauritius] A workshop entitled "Zero Emissions Road Transport in Mauritius: The Way Forward" opened, this morning, at the Rose Hill Campus of Université des Mascareignes (UM), under the Green Charging of Electric Vehicles (GCEV) Project, in the presence of the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon.
Researchers and policy experts explain why Energy Star has been so successful and what we could do in its absence.
Two SET-listed energy firms -- Bangchak Group and PTT Group -- are stepping up efforts to expand green businesses with efforts to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
James Laen Jensen, 68, an American oil magnate, and his family have been accused of working with Mexican cartels to smuggle over $300 million worth of crude oil into the United States.
A report from commodity experts at S&P Global suggests that President Donald Trump’s push to boost domestic oil output may fall flat in 2026.
The New York Power Authority’s plan to shut its downstate peaker plants calls for more studies amid uncertainty about the electric grid’s future.
Liberal party’s first female leader narrowly defeats Angus Taylor with 29 ballot votes to 25, as Ted O’Brien elected deputy Australia news live: latest politics updates See our full coverage of the Australian election Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Sussan Ley has left open the possibility the Coalition could abandon net zero emissions targets, but insists she is not interested in restarting Australia’s bitter climate wars. In her first press conference since being elected opposition leader earlier on Tuesday, Ley said all the Coalition’s policies were up for review after this month’s devastating election loss, including plans by the former leader Peter Dutton for the introduction of nuclear energy. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news...
Climate research is under pressure as U.S. funding cuts stand to reduce scientific activity in the region and Russia’s isolation hinders collaboration.
Shota Ikeda is calling for emissions reductions of at least 75 percent by 2035.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00455A, Paper Xiaoning Wang, Xiangyu Shen, Jianxiao Wang, Fuzhen Bi, Huanxiang Jiang, Hao Lu, Cheng Sun, Chunming Yang, Yonghai Li, Xichang Bao Isomerization of peripheral functional groups of acceptors refines aggregation and non-radiative energy loss for efficient organic solar cells. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Scientists think Ice Age humans crossed to this Scottish island and stayed.
A Norwegian-based energy company said it will have to scrap a controversial wind power project off the coast of New York "within days" -- and thousands of jobs that come with it -- unless the Trump administration lifts a stay on construction.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is freezing its industrial carbon price to help keep Canada's energy industry competitive and protect jobs.
Progress roundup: A startup gets closer to carbon dioxide emissions-free steel, Germany strategizes for pedestrians, and African penguins gain protections.
Reorganizations at the EPA may get rid of the agency’s fundamental program for research around the risks of toxic chemicals.
In a lot of ways, the Washington Capitals and Carolina Hurricanes switched roles in Game 3.
Cobalt Holdings aims to buy up supply of the metal from Glencore as slowing EV growth has pushed down prices A cobalt trading company has said it will raise £174m in rare a stock market float in London, in a bet on demand for car batteries that defies investor nerves around the growth in electric cars. Cobalt Holdings said it will raise $230m (£174m) in order to buy up a supply of the metal, a crucial element in electric car batteries, from the FTSE 100 mining company Glencore. The miner will invest $24m, taking a stake of about 10%, according to a statement to the London Stock Exchange on Monday. Continue reading...
Fossil sites in Australia hold pollen and spores from the dinosaur age, when the island straddled the Antarctic Circle. Now, scientists have re-created the habitat of "polar dinosaurs," using these plant remains.
Exclusive: Campaigners call for energy profits levy to be made permanent to enable ‘just transition’ from fossil fuels Making permanent the UK’s windfall tax on oil and gas producers would generate enough cash to enable North Sea workers to move to green jobs, research has found . Cutting current subsidies to fossil fuel producers would free up yet more funds to spend on the shift to a low-carbon economy, according to the report. Continue reading...
Clarity offered by ultra-high-resolution ocean ‘microscope’ will help scientists better predict extreme weather events, Xinhua report says.
The Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century (REN21), a global network that advances renewable energy through collaboration and knowledge sharing, has named Dr James Fletcher of Saint Lucia and Dr Ramón Méndez Galain of Uruguay as its first Renewable Energy Champions. The accomplished former energy ministers were introduced as REN21 RE Champions on […]
Clean energy tax credits have fueled a surge of geothermal projects in K-12 schools across the nation — which may be under threat if the credits are repealed.
CAIRO, May 10 (MENA) – Egypt condoled with the government and people of Democratic Republic of the Congo over the deaths from floods that hit the African country and left hundreds dead and wounded. A statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Saturday expressed Egypt’s solidarity with Congo in that … The post Egypt condoles with Congo over floods victims appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Temperatures set to soar 19C above seasonal average – as parts of Europe edge closer to drought conditions North America could experience record-breaking heat this week as scorching daytime temperatures hit from south Manitoba in Canada all the way to Texas in the southern US. A powerful ridge of high pressure has built up over the continent, with a strong southerly flow amplifying high temperatures this week as it drags up a hot, dry, air mass. Environment and Climate Change Canada and the National Weather Service in the US have both issued heat alerts across their respective countries due to how extreme the temperatures are for the time of year. Continue reading...
As climate change makes sinkholes more common, more and more people are finding "a love of all things holey"
The man who brought Tetris to the west reveals what the movie of his life got right and wrong, how he influenced Nintendo, and why he has now swapped gaming for climate change campaigning When game designer and entrepreneur Henk Rogers first encountered Tetris at the 1988 Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show, he immediately knew it was special. “It was just the perfect game,” he recalls. “It looked so simple, so rudimentary, but I wanted to play it again and again and again … There was no other game demo that ever did that to me.” Rogers is now co-owner of the Tetris Company, which manages and licenses the Tetris brand. Over the past 30 years, he has become almost as famous as the game itself. The escapades surrounding his deal to buy its distribution rights from Russian agency Elektronorgtechnica...
The oil issue? "It’s secondary," says one expert, as the president prepares for talks in the Middle East.
Fourth most important food crop in peril as Latin America and Caribbean suffer from slow-onset climate disaster The climate crisis is threatening the future of the world’s most popular fruit, as almost two-thirds of banana-growing areas in Latin America and the Caribbean may no longer be suitable for growing the fruit by 2080, new research has found. Rising temperatures, extreme weather and climate-related pests are pummeling banana-growing countries such as Guatemala , Costa Rica and Colombia , reducing yields and devastating rural communities across the region, according to Christian Aid’s new report, Going Bananas: How Climate Change Threatens the World’s Favourite Fruit. Continue reading...
After months of lobbying, lawmakers watered down a provision aimed at cutting carbon dioxide emissions from cars.
[RFI] A major opinion survey across Africa shows that many people place primary responsibility for climate action on their national governments. Although the continent has contributed relatively little to global emissions, it is enduring some of the worst effects of climate change.
Ukraine conflict and Trump’s threat to seize Greenland have caused internal tensions within intergovernmental body Norway is to hand over the leadership of an intergovernmental body comprising countries with territory in the Arctic after what its foreign minister called a “difficult two years”, during which there have been unprecedented tensions within the group’s membership related to Russia’s war in Ukraine and Donald Trump’s threat to seize Greenland. The Arctic Council requires consensus from all eight Arctic states – the US, Russia, Canada, Finland, Iceland, Norway, the kingdom of Denmark, which includes Greenland, and Sweden – for all decisions and statements. Continue reading...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE03084B, Review Article Liangshuang Fei, Hainan Sun, Yu Li, Yuxing Gu, Wei Zhou, Zongping Shao Abstract Electrocatalytic water splitting driven by renewable energy has garnered significant attention for producing high-purity hydrogen (H2) to support the H2 economy. The focus has been on developing highly active... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Healthy peatlands can help tackle the climate crisis but degraded peat emits carbon and contributes to global heating New mapping of England’s peatlands has revealed that 80% of the habitats are dry and degraded. Scientists mapped England’s peatlands and peaty soils for the first time using satellite imagery, artificial intelligence and in-depth data analysis to create the most complete map to date, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) said. Continue reading...
All engines need to have the right type and amount of oil to run at their best. Here's what you need to know about the Kawasaki FX730V's oiling needs.
India observed National Technology Day on May 11th, commemorating the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests, which solidified the nation's status as a nuclear power. The day also recognizes the Trishul missile test and the Hansa aircraft's first flight. This annual celebration acknowledges Indian scientists' and engineers' contributions to innovation, defense, and technological self-sufficiency.
As I stood there, awed by how disgusting and wasteful our species is, I realised that everyone needs to see this Like all the best things in life, this story starts with an argument about bins. Admittedly, I could do better at recycling. I can try to chalk this up to having read too much about how all our plastic waste ultimately ends up in landfill sites in the poorest parts of south-east Asia. But I’m also lazy and so well-acquainted with cognitive dissonance that I could probably cry over the death scene in Bambi while comforting myself by chowing down on a giant haunch of venison. My partner, Leo, is the total opposite: diligent and principled. Which is why she finally lost it with me for failing to put a plastic yoghurt tub in the recycling. I went on the defensive, citing half-imagined...
As an oceanographer, I study how the ocean shapes our world. For Australia and other nations, the lesson is urgent Antarctica is often viewed as the last truly remote place on Earth – frozen, wild and untouched. But is it really as untouched as it seems? This vast frozen continent is encircled by the Antarctic Circumpolar Current, the only current in the world that connects all the oceans, showing how closely linked our planet really is. Continue reading...
An executive order signed Friday may weaken requirements for water and energy efficiency.
Nobody likes a messy and oily chainsaw, that's for sure. But these tools seem to leak oil quite regularly; is it normal, or should you be worried?
Wondering if 15W-40 oil is only for diesel engines? Learn where this oil grade is used, and whether it's safe for gas-powered vehicles too.
Tufts University student, Rumeysa Ozturk, 30, was whisked away by ICE agents on March 25 off the streets of Boston, Massachusetts , after her visa had been unknowingly revoked.
There is an appetite in this country for policy that will change lives. What is more fundamental than the water we use and bills we pay? Clive Lewis is the Labour MP for Norwich South In the wake of a brutal set of local election results, MPs from across the Labour party are trying to establish what went wrong . To me, it’s very clear that this was no fluke: it was the entirely foreseeable outcome of my party’s approach to Reform UK. And as the party moves forward and prepares to face Reform at future elections, it’s key that we learn the right lessons. From flip-flopping on climate commitments to framing disabled people as part of the undeserving poor, Labour thus far hasn’t challenged Reform’s worldview – it has legitimatised it. However, there are some perhaps surprising areas where...
Skeptical Science is partnering with Gigafact to produce fact briefs — bite-sized fact checks of trending claims. You can submit claims you think need checking via the tipline . Is the climate as unpredictable as the weather? Climate predictions are more reliable than weather forecasts because they model long-term trends driven by large-scale, predictable factors, like greenhouse gas emissions, rather than short-term local conditions. Weather forecasts aim to predict daily changes in temperature or precipitation with great detail. These are primarily influenced by rapidly shifting conditions, making forecasts less accurate beyond a few days. Small changes in today’s weather can lead to very different outcomes tomorrow. In contrast, climate models project broad...
Smaller creeks might be at risk of running dry this summer, experts predict.
A Soviet spacecraft, Kosmos 482, launched in 1972, is predicted to re-enter Earth's atmosphere soon. Originally intended for Venus, a rocket failure left it orbiting Earth. While most of the 500-kilogram titanium craft will likely burn up, some parts could survive. Scientists anticipate it will fall over an ocean or uninhabited area, posing minimal risk to populated regions.
Extreme weather events are the most dramatic consequence of climate change, but there are many smaller ways it disturbs our daily life
British Antarctic Survey scientists and support staff are coming to the end of another successful Antarctic science season. Teams are now preparing for the transition to winter operations as the … The post Celebrating a successful Antarctic science season appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
Democratic attorneys general say federal agencies are skipping environmental reviews to speed up energy projects.
Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) assured the public that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG. This statement follows panic buying fueled by social media posts showing long queues at fuel stations, particularly in border states.
Pope Leo is seen as a centrist who shares his predecessor's progressive views on certain social issues. Here's what we know so far.
[SAnews.gov.za] Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, Sello Seitlholo, has called for decisive and intensified investment in the water sector to secure Southern Africa's future in the face of climate change and growing water demands.
The Trump administration withheld the annual greenhouse gas inventory amid a broader push to squelch climate programs.
Following heightened security concerns and recent drone attacks along the border, Maharashtra has issued 'shoot to kill' orders for unauthorized entries into offshore defense zones. The Fisheries Department urgently warned coastal fishermen to avoid oil rigs and restricted areas, providing no-fishing coordinates.
South Korea's Trade, Industry and Energy Minister Ahn Duk-geun flew to the Czech Republic Tuesday to attend a contract signing ceremony for a new nuclear power plant.
Migratory birds cover great distances to feed and breed, sometimes crossing continents and oceans in record time. Are they being impacted by rising global temperatures?
[Namibian] Namdeb and the Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower) have formalised an agreement aimed at fostering collaboration on the development and integration of renewable electricity projects into the national grid as well as Namdeb's mining operations.
President Donald Trump wants more oil drilling, but one Texas producer expects low prices to send output downward.
The Treasury Department said that the refinery has received multiple shipments of Iranian oil worth hundreds of millions of dollars from vessels operating as part of a shadow fleet.
New guidance revokes a Biden-era climate metric of $190 per ton of carbon dioxide.
A recent study has found that climate change is altering Arctic plant composition, with some species declining in response to warmer temperatures, while others flourish. Researchers studied over 2,000 plant communities across the Canadian Arctic, Alaska, and Scandinavia over four decades.
Google , Microsoft and Meta have all pledged to reach at least net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. Amazon set their net-zero deadline for 2040. To understand how these four tech companies could possibly meet their climate goals amid an artificial intelligence renaissance, Short Wave co-host Emily Kwong discusses the green AI movement. Speaking with scientists, CEOs and tech insiders, she explores three possible pathways: nuclear energy, small language models (SLMs) and back-to-the-future ways of keeping data centers cool. Listen to Part 1 of Short Wave's reporting on the environmental cost of AI here . Have a question about AI and the environment? Email us at shortwave@npr.org — we'd love to hear from you! Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support...
While Alberta is experiencing cooler weather, officials say it's too soon to breathe a sigh of relief as the wildfire danger still remains high across much of the province.
Trans Mountain wants to increase the volume of oil each tanker transports but that would involve dredging the Burrard Inlet to prevent heavier tankers from hitting the sea floor.
[This Day] For closing at -13.20 per cent in the first four months of 2025, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) Oil & Gas Index has maintained its position as the worst performing indicator on the bourse amid the overall stock market growth in the period under review.
Learn how and why a glacier is committing “ice piracy” in Antarctica, and what it could mean for rising sea levels.
Nova Scotia is moving to speed up its environmental review process for a number of clean energy projects.
Pope Leo XIV has not been shy in recent years about speaking out on hot-button issues, from the teaching of gender ideology in schools to gun control.
EPA froze bank accounts in February that held the balances of eight grants under its flagship green lending program.
The first order of parliament is set to be Labor’s cut to student debts, with a revived attempt at creating a federal environmental protection agency also on the agenda Australia news live: latest politics and federal election updates Full federal election results: live Australian Senate seat count See our full coverage of the Australian election Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast After his thumping election victory, Anthony Albanese has the chance to lead one of Australia’s consequential and long-term governments. With significantly enhanced authority inside Labor and across parliament – as well as a demoralised opposition – he says the government is back at work “continuing to build Australia’s future”. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking...
The Carolina Hurricanes are favorites to win Game 2 in Washington on Thursday night.
[The Green Connection] As court hearings unfold this week in the Western Cape High Court, small-scale fishers and coastal communities from across the Northern and Western Cape have united with civil society organisations The Green Connection and Natural Justice (the applicants) to resist oil and gas exploration in Block 5/6/7 - a marine region critical to their survival. Through the legal challenge, the applicants seek a judicial review of the Environmental Authorisation (EA) granted in 2023 to TotalEnergies for offshore
The picks will have power over nuclear energy, oil and gas, and Western water issues.
If you've ever seen an offshore drilling rig, you know they're absolutely massive. But are these huge rigs, which are essential for oil production, built?
The paper found that from 2006 to 2020, climate change contributed to about 15,000 deaths in the United States from exposure to small particulate matter from wildfires.
Brazilian state legislation is in favor of hundreds of cattle ranchers who had illegally converted swathes of Amazon rainforest into pasture land.
Students in Vinnytsia participate each year in a six-week program that teaches young people around the world how to work on climate solutions. The post Despite war, Ukrainian students take action on climate change appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
US president hails ‘first announcement’ of trade agreement and says ‘many other deals to follow’ The president is up early and continuing to rant and rave on his Truth Social website this morning. Now, Donald Trump has turned his ire back to Jerome Powell, the US central bank’s chair, calling him a “fool”. “Too Late” Jerome Powell is a FOOL, who doesn’t have a clue. Other than that, I like him very much! Oil and Energy way down, almost all costs (groceries and “eggs”) down, virtually NO INFLATION, Tariff Money Pouring Into the U.S. – THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF “TOO LATE!” ENJOY! Continue reading...
Border Czar Tom Homan escalated his ongoing feud with AOC over her advise to migrants on how to respond to ICE agents
Scientists have discovered a glacier in Antarctica committing “ice piracy” – stealing ice from its neighbour in a phenomenon previously thought to take hundreds or thousands of years. Research led … The post West Antarctic glacier observed stealing ice from neighbour appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
The University of Queensland system is intended to give policymakers idea of how species traverse the oceans and what it will take to save them Get Guardian Australia environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as an email Off the east coast of Florida, female loggerhead turtles swim more than 1,000km north, hugging the edge of the continental shelf to get to feeding grounds. Humpback whales move through Moreton Bay off the Brisbane coast in Australia, on their way to feed around the Balleny Islands more than 4,000km away off the Antarctic coastline, where wandering albatross circle above, travelling 1,000km a day. Get Guardian Australia environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as an email Continue reading...
Premier Doug Ford's government has given Ontario Power Generation the green light to start construction on Canada’s first small modular reactor, a new nuclear technology to be built next door to the Darlington power plant.
The EPA is the nation's top environmental cop. In the last few months, the federal agency has significantly scaled back pollution enforcement.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01134E, Paper Jiaxi Gu, Zixiong Shi, Yongbiao Mu, Yuzhu Wu, Meng Tian, Ziang Chen, Kaihui Chen, Huicun Gu, Miaoyu Lu, Lin Zeng, Yuqing Song, Qiang Zhang, Jingyu Sun Sluggish reaction kinetics and uncontrollable dendrite growth are deemed as the main bottlenecks for practical Li–S batteries. Notwithstanding fruitful advances in designing dual-functional mediators for both electrodes, cooperative efforts on... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Study finds human-caused climate change made four-day rainfall across central Mississippi valley 40% more likely The four-day historic storm that caused death and destruction across the central Mississippi valley in early April was made significantly more likely and more severe by burning fossil fuels, rapid analysis by a coalition of leading climate scientists has found. Record quantities of rain were dumped across eight southern and midwestern states between 3 and 6 April, causing widespread catastrophic flooding that killed at least 15 people, inundated crops, wrecked homes, swept away vehicles and caused power outages for hundreds of thousands of households. Continue reading...
Fossil fuel company retains chosen board members, with former Shell executive Ann Pickard re-elected at meeting interrupted by whistle-blowing activists Australia news live: latest politics and federal election updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Woodside Energy has withstood a rebuke by shareholders of its climate plans by garnering sufficient support to retain its chosen board members and approve executive pay plans at a fiery annual general meeting on Thursday. A diverse group of investors, including fund managers and governance organisations, opposed the re-election of high-profile Woodside director Ann Pickard, a former Shell executive who chairs the committee responsible for overseeing climate risk at the Perth-headquartered oil and gas company...
[The Conversation Africa] In the sun-scorched lands of Somalia, farmers and livestock keepers have grown accustomed to the extremes of climate. In 2022, for example, the country suffered the longest drought in 40 years. This affected nearly half the national population of 18 million people. The following year, heavy and widespread flooding devastated the country's farmlands and infrastructure.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00563A, Paper Biao Shi, Pengfei Liu, Zetong Sunli, Wei Han, Cong Sun, Ying Liu, Yuan Luo, Jin Si, pengcheng Du, Fu Zhang, Miao Yang, Yongcai He, Bo He, Dekun Zhang, Xiaona Du, Xixiang Xu, Rui Xia, Xueling Zhang, Yifeng Chen, Jifan Gao, Ying Zhao, Xiaodan Zhang The evaporation-solution sequential deposited wide bandgap perovskite has been widely applied to fabricate efficient, commercial textured perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells. However, current works generally widened the bandgap by incorporating more... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Ben Raue’s predictions for Menzies, Bullwinkel and Bradfield Analyst Ben Raue also predicted that Labor’s Gabriel Ng lead by 1,145 votes in Menzies, Victoria, will “grow slightly”. Continue reading...
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) plans to end future funding for research projects focused on vaccine hesitancy and the Covid pandemic, as well as gender-affirming care, climate change, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, among other areas, according to a new draft guidance memo reviewed by Mother Jones. The internal memo, which has not been […]
Scientists have made a shocking discovery in Antarctica that has climate change deniers claiming there's now proof global warming is just a hoax.
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed ending its decades-old Energy Star program that helps consumers save money by purchasing energy-efficient appliances, several reports say.
The Energy Star program has quietly saved Americans billions in energy costs and has slashed emissions. Now it's now on the chopping block.
Combining sustainability, climate resilience and environmental preservation, the ancient “milpa” system of the Maya revealed in these images has been practiced for millennia
Loss of the vast Hornsea 4 offshore wind project is bad news but it reveals a big flaw in setting a deadline Danish firm shelves huge UK windfarm project over rising costs “Immensely challenging” and pushing the limits “of what is feasibly deliverable”. That was the state-owned National Energy System Operator’s description of its own proposals on how to decarbonise electricity generation in Great Britain by 2030. In short, it thought clean power by that date, a key Labour manifesto pledge, was “credible” and “achievable” as long as little went wrong along the way. Neso’s £200bn plan, detailing a rapid rollout of offshore wind, onshore wind, solar farms plus a major upgrade of the electricity grid, was adopted virtually unchanged by the government at the end of last year. Continue...
Environment Agency recommends rationing water as UK sees driest start to spring in 69 years Crops are already failing in England because of drought conditions this spring, farmers have said. People should start to ration their water use, the Environment Agency said, as water companies prepare for a summer of drought. The government has also asked the water CEOs to do more to avert water shortages, and the EA said hosepipe bans are on the horizon if a significant amount of rain does not fall. Continue reading...
Reported closure of program for home appliances comes amid president’s hatred of water-conserving showers US customers could face higher energy bills, experts have warned, amid reports that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to end the Energy Star program whose blue labels have certified energy efficiency on home appliances for more than 30 years. “If you wanted to raise families’ energy bills, getting rid of the Energy Star label would be a pretty good way,” said Steven Nadel, executive director of the non-profit research organization the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). Continue reading...
Today's children will endure more climate extremes then any previous generation - including heatwaves, floods, wildfires and crop failures.
Australian Ethical, which holds $56m worth of QBE shares, calls on insurer to overhaul its policies which allow it to underwrite oil and gas projects without restriction ahead of AGM Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here An ethical super fund is pushing for QBE to overhaul its coverage policies amid criticism the insurer can underwrite fossil fuel projects without restriction while blaming the climate crisis for steep premium rises. The critique comes ahead of QBE’s annual general meeting in Sydney on Friday, and against a backdrop of rapidly rising premiums that has priced some households out of insurance coverage altogether. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue...
[Liberian Observer] A two-day stakeholders' technical workshop to facilitate the development of a Global Environment Facility (GEF) project proposal grant worth US$5 million dollars for an integrated agri-food system in Liberia recently concluded in Monrovia.
[Liberian Observer] Environmental scientist and consultant Mr. Isaac Nyaneyon Kannah has emphasized the urgency of climate action in Liberia, stressing the need for national commitment, legal reform, and grassroots involvement.
Lawnmowers have engines too, and just like cars, they need an oil change from time to time. What kind of oil should you use, though? You have some options.
Party intends to block projects despite net zero industries contributing nearly £1bn to local economy, analysis shows UK politics live – latest updates Reform UK’s plans to obstruct green energy projects in Lincolnshire put at risk almost £1bn in local investment and more than 12,000 jobs, analysis suggests. No 10 said it would fight any attempt by the party to dismantle or block renewable investment in the area, after its deputy leader, Richard Tice, said Reform-controlled councils and its mayors would be able to block what he called “net stupid zero” infrastructure, including solar farms, pylons and battery storage systems. Continue reading...
Acid rain, PFAS and climate change weren't even part of the 1980s EPA mission, adding to concerns for an agency already struggling to meet its workload.
Senate Democrats say documents suggest EPA will ax the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program.
Google and Elementl Power said Wednesday they are collaborating with to develop nuclear power projects with a goal of bringing more than 10 gigawatts online in the United States by 2035.
Utah Mammoth is the NHL franchise's permanent, full-time name. It was unveiled Wednesday, with a profiled logo of the ice age creature featuring nods to the shape of the state, its mountain range and the same colour scheme that quickly became synonymous with the move to Salt Lake City.
Just a week after its launch, ESA’s Biomass mission has reached another critical milestone on its path to delivering unprecedented insights into the world’s forests and their vital role in Earth’s carbon cycle – the satellite’s 12-metre-diameter antenna is now fully deployed.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The aviation industry is “failing dramatically” in its efforts to tackle its role in the climate crisis, according to a newly formed group of aviation professionals. They say they are torn between their passion for flying and their concern for the planet […]
Paper in Nature Climate Change journal reveals major role wealthy emitters play in driving climate extremes The world’s wealthiest 10% are responsible for two-thirds of global heating since 1990, driving droughts and heatwaves in the poorest parts of the world, according to a study. While researchers have previously shown that higher income groups emit disproportionately large amounts of greenhouse gases, the latest survey is the first to try to pin down how that inequality translates into responsibility for climate breakdown. It offers a powerful argument for climate finance and wealth taxes by attempting to give an evidential basis for how many people in the developed world – including more than 50% of full-time employees in the UK – bear a heightened responsibility for the climate disasters...
[This Day] A new report, the 2025 Africa Carbon Market Outlook (ACMO 25) says Africa is poised to become a global leader in carbon markets.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01525A, Paper Yue Chen, Xiaopeng Duan, Junjie Zhang, Zhongwei Ge, Haisheng Ma, Xiaobo Sun, Huotian Zhang, Jiaxin Gao, Xuelin Wang, Xunchang Wang, Zheng Tang, Renqiang Yang, Feng Gao, Yanming Sun The persistent challenge of high non-radiative recombination energy loss (ΔEnr) remains a critical bottleneck in advancing the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of organic solar cells (OSCs). Herein, a fused non-fullerene... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
For three years in a row, Indigenous leaders have called for an end to carbon markets, carbon offsets, and geoengineering technologies.
A common refrain: Climate policy hurts the poor, and the continued use of fossil fuels is a boon for humanity.
Data suggests pollution from energy is falling again after previously stalling, but experts say faster growth needed to achieve Labor goal of 82% renewable electricity by 2030 Australia news live: latest politics and federal election updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Renewable energy generation rose substantially in Australia’s main power grid over the past year, producing 43% of electricity used across the five eastern states and the ACT between January and March. The increase – from 39% last year – came as generation from black and brown coal-fired power plants fell to its lowest level on record for the first quarter, in part due to ageing stations being unavailable due to outages. Gas-fired electricity generation was also down. Sign up for...
Exterra’s process creates magnesium oxide, which is then combined with carbon dioxide that’s captured by industrial emitters to create rocks .
Emissions from abandoned coalmines, oil and gas wells globally are larger than any single country except China, the US and Russia Abandoned coalmines and oil and gas wells are now one of the biggest sources of the powerful greenhouse gas methane, new data shows, and little effort is being made to clean them up. The methane emissions from abandoned fossil fuel infrastructure now exceed those from Iran, and if considered as a country would be the fourth biggest source in the world, behind China, the US and Russia. Continue reading...
[Greenpeace] Nairobi, Kenya -- In a bold act of resistance, the Oldonyonyokie Group Ranch community in Kajiado County is pushing back against the latest wave of land grabs masquerading as climate action. The community is standing firm against carbon offset projects that threaten to displace Indigenous People and undermine centuries-old land rights, all in the name of so-called "climate finance."
Exclusive: Attack damaged €1.5bn containment structure over nuclear reactor with repair costs likely to be borne by western governments A Russian Shahed drone costing up to £75,000 is estimated to have inflicted tens of millions worth of damage to the site of the Chornobyl nuclear power plant, according to initial assessments and engineering experts. The cost of a full fix is likely to be borne by western governments including the UK, because initial estimates are that a complete repair will cost more than the €25m available in a special international contingency fund. Continue reading...
Nature, Published online: 07 May 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01389-1The Advanced Research and Invention Agency is investing £57 million to study climate-manipulating technologies, but says it is taking a cautious approach.
Researchers modelled the spread of three prevalent fungi based on various climate change scenarios.
An Ontario recycling body has fined three major battery manufacturers millions of dollars for failing to meet battery recycling requirements in 2023.
The Environmental Protection Agency finalized rules for the rubber tire industry, specifically previously unregulated rubber processing, last November through amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
Two new studies of the North and South Poles remind us that the global climate system remains unpredictable, defying simplistic expectations that change moves only in one direction.
On Tuesday morning, President Donald Trump dismissed the value of U.S.-Canada trade in a Truth Social post, specifically declaring that the United States doesn’t need Canadian cars, energy, or lumber.Read more...
Producers promoted chemical recycling – processes used to break plastics into constituent molecules – but knew of limitations Plastic producers have pushed “ advanced recycling” as a salve to the plastic waste crisis despite knowing for years that it is not a technically or economically feasible solution, a new report argues. Advanced recycling, also known as chemical recycling, refers to a variety of processes used to break plastics into their constituent molecules. The industry has increasingly promoted these technologies, as public concern about the environmental and health effects of plastic pollution has grown . Yet the rollout of these technologies has been plagued by problems, according to a new analysis from the Center for Climate Integrity (CCI), a fossil-fuel accountability advocacy...
EPA told the court that the grant terminations were done on an individual basis and were not a blanket freeze.
The US president's dismissal of authors behind the sixth NCA is the latest in a series of attacks on climate research in the country. What could this mean beyond its borders?
Advocacy groups say gutting EPA’s scientific research arm would turn it into a purely political agency Americans’ health is being put at risk after new cuts were announced by Donald Trump ’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reduce staffing to 1980s levels and gut its scientific research arm, experts and advocacy groups warned. The EPA’s administrator, Lee Zeldin, announced on Friday that the agency would slash its budget by $300m in the fiscal year 2026 as part of a broad overhaul that he said was designed to cut it to levels resembling those in the Reagan administration. Continue reading...
Through Benefits-Sharing Agreements, Clean Energy Projects Can Earn Community Trust alicia.cypress… Tue, 05/06/2025 - 08:45 The U.S. needs a lot more clean energy, and it needs it fast . If done well, clean energy projects can result in a number of benefits — new job opportunities, improved air quality and public health, cheaper electricity bills and so much more. However, even before recent political challenges in the U.S., renewable energy projects like offshore wind turbines or solar fields have faced increasing local opposition , oftentimes delaying deployment and running up costs . Virtually every U.S. state now has at least one local law restricting renewable energy development. The pushback is understandable: Energy projects have a long history of...
A South African environment official said that of the 103 rhinos killed between Jan. 1 and March 31, 65 were poached in national parks.
Progress roundup: Monarchs doubled in population in Mexico; less drought helped. In South Sudan, a forgotten coffee variety offers climate resilience.
A staff email said the research facility is working to align its resources with "critical priorities."
Recycling critical materials such as lithium, cobalt and nickel are driving profits and shoring up China’s resource security as trade war with US hits supply chains.
A major solar project was unveiled last week. Some wonder if the boom will continue under President Donald Trump’s policies targeting renewable energy.
Two research groups said they will produce peer-reviewed documents assessing the current and future national impacts of climate change.
Professionals call for a fundamental transition including controlling flight numbers The aviation industry is “failing dramatically” in its efforts to tackle its role in the climate crisis, according to a newly formed group of aviation professionals. They say they are torn between their passion for flying and their concern for the planet and are calling for a fundamental transition of the industry, including controlling flight numbers. Continue reading...
The halt threatens jobs and holds back energy production at a time the president has claimed an “energy emergency,” state attorneys general said.
Firefighters needed almost 24 hours to put out blaze on moorland in Devon, and area remains vulnerable to fire A wildfire has destroyed about 5,000 hectares (12,500 acres) of moorland on Dartmoor in Devon. Emergency services were called to the blaze at about 2.25pm on Sunday, and firefighters spent almost 24 hours at the scene before it was extinguished on Monday. Continue reading...
Governor is expected to sign the ‘green fee’, which adds 0.75% levy to state’s existing tax on short-term lodging Lawmakers in Hawaii have passed first-of-its-kind legislation that will increase the state’s lodging tax to raise money for environmental protection and strengthening defenses against natural disasters fueled by the climate crisis . Hawaii’s governor, Josh Green, supports the creation of the so-called “green fee”, and is expected to sign it. Continue reading...
[Daily Maverick] Eskom says it will 'decouple' the shutdown of old coal plants from its Just Energy Transition strategy, and is exploring repurposing them for gas or nuclear power.
After a landslide election win, there will never be a better chance to shake off old policy impasses and deliver a more ambitious plan for the environment Want to get this in your inbox when it publishes? Sign up for the Clear Air Australia newsletter here Analysis of the election result has barely begun, but this much is clear – the country has backed a rapid acceleration towards renewable energy. Labor didn’t say much about the climate crisis during the campaign , announcing only one new policy. But Anthony Albanese and his climate change and energy minister, Chris Bowen, emerged with their ambitious goal of the country getting 82% of electricity from solar, wind and hydro by 2030 not just intact, but emphatically endorsed. Labor’s position has been relentlessly attacked by the Coalition...
Renewable energy needs backup storage. From rust to sand to gravity, new techniques are making it happen. The post The coolest new energy storage technologies appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
This is a re-post from the Climate Brink There are is a lot of dire news in the world these days – the dismantling of US climate policy, the apparent canceling of the 6th National Climate Assessment, etc. So sometimes its worth taking a break from doomscrolling and indulging in one’s hobbies. Some folks collect trading cards, make miniatures, or do crafts. My hobby is making climate data visualizations (which, I suppose, is not the most uplifting occupation!). A week ago I was playing around with a climate “tree ring” graph that I shared on social media that had daily global surface temperature anomalies between 1940 and 2025 as colored rings. But with reanalysis data (ERA5 here) we have both temperature anomalies (e.g. changes relative...
Asian currencies advanced amid broad weakness in the dollar and US assets as investors awaited further progress on trade deals. Crude oil slumped 3.6% after OPEC+ agreed to a further surge in output.
“I think the general message was, apply to these jobs if you want to continue to be employed by EPA,” said one employee in the research office.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01081K, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence. Manman Qi, Michael J. Zachman, Yingxin Li, Yachao Zeng, Sooyeon Hwang, Jiashun Liang, Mason Lyons, Qian Zhao, Yu Mao, Yuyan Shao, Zhenxing Feng, Ziyun Wang, Yong Zhao, Gang Wu Carbon-supported, atomically dispersed, nitrogen-coordinated metal sites (e.g., Fe and Ni) are arguably the most promising catalysts for the electrochemical reduction of CO2 to CO due to their unique catalytic properties... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
A poll from last week claimed that 56 per cent of SNP voters are positively disposed towards nuclear power following the Spanish and Portuguese blackouts.
The U.S. is signaling its intention to explore for oil and gas as well as minerals off the coast of Alaska.
The agency plans to eliminate offices that track planet-warming emissions and regulate air pollution.
[New Times] Rwanda Meteorology Agency has issued a weather alert, warning of floods, landslides in steep slopes without erosion control measures, as heavy rain is expected from Sunday, May 4-6.
The airline remains committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and sees potential to accelerate its interim goals.
Oil prices slumped on Monday after OPEC+ countries announced a sharp production increase despite oversupply concerns and growing fears that US President Donald Trump's trade war could weaken demand.
At the end of last month, SpaceX conducted the first-ever polar-orbit human spaceflight mission, and it’s just shared some stunning footage (below) that was captured during the epic voyage. Launched on March 31 aboard the Crew Dragon capsule Resilience from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, Fram2 became the first crewed mission to fly in […]
The South American country is turning to wind power, but some local people are unhappy.
US researchers link BHP, Rio Tinto, Santos, Whitehaven Coal and Woodside Energy to specific climate harms over three decades Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Five of Australia’s biggest fossil fuel producers could be on the hook for hundreds of billions of dollars in damages after a US research team developed a method to link individual companies to specific climate harms and put a dollar figure to the impact. This is the result of a new peer-review study published in the journal Nature that sought to establish a method that would allow courts to quantify the economic loss caused by fossil fuel producers for one kind of climate impact – extreme heat. Sign up for the Afternoon Update: Election 2025 email newsletter Continue reading...
The Environment Ministry and the Gulf of Suez Pollution Control Center are continuing their efforts to combat a large oil slick leaking into the sea in the city of Abu Rudeis and spilling onto the beaches. The Gulf of Suez Pollution Control Center detected oil pollution in the South Sinai Governorate, approximately 40 kilometers from … The post Environment Ministry combats oil spill on beaches of Abu Rudeis appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Drought, wind, and climate change are turning the Borderplex into a morass of airborne grit.
Erratic rainfall is affecting yields as flowers can be harvested only in a small window that depends heavily on the weather.
A study warns that youth sports may become unsafe due to heat unless greenhouse gases are reduced. Japan has seen 100 heat-related child deaths in the past 20 years.
Honda isn't necessarily known for its EVs, but the Japanese automaker does have a few in its lineup. Here's the low-down on what it has to offer.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is poised for a general election victory, according to media projections, amidst economic concerns and the shadow of Donald Trump's trade policies. Early results indicate a significant swing towards Labor, potentially securing a parliamentary majority. Voters weighed starkly different economic visions, with Albanese emphasizing renewable energy and Dutton advocating for nuclear power.
Two groups join forces for peer-reviewed research after key contributors on Congress-mandated report dismissed Two major US scientific societies have announced they will join forces to produce peer-reviewed research on the climate crisis’s impact days after Donald Trump’s administration dismissed contributors to a key Congress-mandated report on climate crisis preparedness. On Friday, the American Meteorological Society (AMS) and the American Geophysical Union (AGU) said that they will work together to produce over 29 peer-reviewed journals that will cover all aspects of climate change including observations, projections, impacts, risks and solutions. Continue reading...
Arctic Cat snowmobiles are easily recognizable among enthusiasts, but the brand's recently changed hands with a new owner. So where are they made now?
In Baruth, Brandenburg, Red Bull's water extraction plans are facing scrutiny amid climate change concerns. While the mayor emphasizes job creation and sufficient water reserves, environmentalists worry about sustainability and potential contamination. A legal challenge seeks transparency regarding subsidies and water costs, highlighting the tension between economic development and environmental protection in a water-scarce region.
Nigel Farage has vowed to reject migrants from Reform-run councils as he promises to make Trump-style cuts across local governments, slashing jobs in climate change and diversity.
That distinctive ‘new furniture smell’ is a sign that harmful compounds are being released. Here are ways to sidestep the environmental and health risks of cheap furniture Change by Degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprint Got a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.com You’ve heard of fast fashion – but what about fast furniture? It’s the cheap stuff churned out in mass quantities with little regard for quality, all designed to be ditched within just a few years. Continue reading...
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