A new study from Harvard University comes as wildfires tied to a warming climate threaten to unravel years of progress toward cleaner air.
Democratic senator leads calls for answers over provision that could cut fossil fuel firms’ income tax to zero Democratic lawmakers led by the Massachusetts senator Elizabeth Warren are pressing two energy companies about their efforts to “win a $1.1bn tax loophole” in Donald Trump’s so-called “big, beautiful bill”. The proposed exemption, which Senate Republicans inserted into their version of the reconciliation mega-bill this month, would exempt fossil fuel companies from paying a tax codified by Biden in 2022. Continue reading...
Energy giant declares it has not approached or held talks with rival
The agency wants to make it easier to treat and reuse wastewater at drilling sites. Research is advancing, but some skeptics abound.
Storm naming competition raises idea to remind public of link between fossil fuels and extreme weather The Met Office should name storms after fossil fuel companies, campaigners have said, after the weather forecasting service opened a storm naming competition . Climate campaigners have recommended the Met Office names its storms after various oil and gas corporations to remind the public of the link between burning fossil fuels and extreme weather. Continue reading...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01472G, Paper Yinze Zuo, Zheng Wang, Mingquan Liu, Linlong Lu, Yidong Jiang, Jie Lei, Hao Yan, Hongwei Li, Wei Yan, Jiujun Zhang An innovative catalytic desolvation mechanism is proposed to manipulate the interfacial Zn 2+ solvation chemistry by engineering a π-electron-rich COP layer as an interfacial catalyst, thus achieving high-performance Zn metal batteries. 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
Shell doubles down on denials after media reports of early talks with rival BP to create £200bn UK oil company Business live – latest updates Shell has said it has “no intention” of making an offer for the rival fossil fuel company BP after speculation it had been planning a £60bn takeover, ruling out a formal approach for the next six months. In an official statement to markets on Thursday, the company doubled down on the previous day’s denials that it was planning a bid, after media reports that it was in early talks with its competitor to create a £200bn UK oil supermajor. Continue reading...
At ESA’s Living Planet Symposium, scientists have unveiled how the combination of different long-term, high-resolution satellite datasets from ESA’s Climate Change Initiative is shedding new light on the South American Gran Chaco – one of the world’s most endangered dry forest ecosystems. These data reveal, in remarkable clarity, that fire is the primary driver of widespread, accelerating deforestation across the region.
POLITICO finds buildings at the heart of the British state are supplied by a major importer of Russian gas to Europe. MPs want action.
The announcement comes as the Trump administration looks to ramp up domestic production of oil and gas.
The senator used a hearing to propel his theory on China, environmental groups and climate litigation.
Thousands from Pacific island nation under threat from rising seas enter ballot that awards visas to 280 citizens a year world-first deal Almost a third of citizens in the Pacific nation of Tuvalu are seeking a landmark visa in the context of climate change to live in Australia as rising seas threaten their palm-fringed shores, official figures show. Australia is offering visas to 280 Tuvalu citizens each year under a climate migration deal Canberra has billed as “the first agreement of its kind anywhere in the world”. Continue reading...
Torness nuclear power station is set to close in five years. Here's what a tour of its reactor and workers taught me about its future
PARIS - The credibility of climate pledges by the world’s tech giants to rapidly become carbon neutral is fading fast as they devour more and more energy in the race to develop AI and build data centres, researchers warned Thursday.
[Radio Dalsan] Mogadishu, -- In a significant move that could reshape the nation's economic trajectory, the Somali Petroleum Authority (SPA) has confirmed it will publicly release the results of its long-awaited petroleum surveys in July. The announcement marks a pivotal step toward Somalia's ambitious entry into the global oil market, with production now expected to begin between late 2025 and early 2026.
[UN News] Although nearly 92 per cent of the global population now has basic access to electricity, more than 666 million people still live without it, prompting the World Health Organization (WHO) to urge greater financial support for renewable energy.
Torrential rain in Himachal Pradesh triggered cloudbursts and flash floods, resulting in at least two confirmed deaths near Dharamshala, with fears of 15-20 workers missing from a hydroelectric project site. Kullu district was severely affected, witnessing damaged homes and missing persons, while infrastructure and roads suffered extensive damage across multiple regions due to the deluge.
India has become the primary destination for Russian Urals crude oil in 2025, with private refiners Reliance and Nayara significantly increasing their purchases. Reliance has secured a long-term contract, making Urals a substantial portion of their total crude acquisitions.
The potential for an oil spill is... high.
The credibility of climate pledges by the world's tech giants to rapidly become carbon neutral is fading fast as they devour more and more energy in the race to develop AI and build data centres, researchers warned Thursday.
Joe Rogan shut down one of the biggest advocates for strict government-controlled climate regulations, revealing that the Earth may actually be in a 'cooling period.'
The Commonwealth Climate Access Hub responds to the needs of its member countries, including their most vulnerable people to build resilience and climate-smart communities. The hub, which started with USD 10 million ten years ago, now has supported countries to unlock close to USD 500 million in climate finance and has half a billion […]
As atmospheric carbon dioxide levels continue to rise, the ocean plays a crucial role in helping to reduce the full impact of human-driven climate change by absorbing roughly a quarter of the carbon dioxide emitted by human activity. However, this uptake is far from uniform across the global ocean. A new satellite-based product can now map the ocean carbon sink at unprecedented resolution, offering unique insights into this highly variable and complex component of Earth’s climate system.
WASHINGTON - United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday appeared to undermine years of US sanctions on Iran, giving its biggest customer China the green light to carry on buying its oil as he seeks to bolster a ceasefire with Israel.
The heat waves moving in recent days across Canada, the U.S. and northern Europe are part of a dangerous new climate pattern.
While satellites have revolutionised our ability to measure sea level with remarkable precision, their data becomes less reliable near coasts – where accurate information is most urgently needed. To address this critical gap, ESA’s Climate Change Initiative Sea Level Project research team has reprocessed almost two decades of satellite data to establish a pioneering network of ‘virtual’ coastal stations. These stations now provide, for the first time, reliable and consistent sea-level measurements along coastlines.
Eco warrior Sadiq Khan is set to make a 12,000-mile round trip to Brazil to host a climate change conference - and will total five international trips within a matter of months.
Chinese plug-in hybrid electric cars are rapidly flooding the European market, with exports to the bloc rising an extraordinary 600 per cent year on year in May as China’s brands take advantage of an exemption in European Union tariffs. The trend is part of a wider boom in sales of Chinese passenger plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), with China’s overall exports of the cars soaring 127 per cent year on year in May, according to data released on Monday by the China Automobile Dealers...
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi underlined the importance of intensifying government efforts to lure more investments into the renewable energy sector and sustain supplies to the national electricity grid as well as the industrial and service sectors. He also urged stepping up efforts to accomplish existing projects aimed at improving the efficiency of the energy system. … The post Sisi directs to intensify gov’t efforts to lure investments in renewable energy sector appeared first on Egypt Independent.
On June 23, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released their State of the Climate in Asia 2024 report, detailing the acceleration of the climate crisis in Asia. The report underscores the rapid rises in temperatures recorded across the continent and their implications on economies, ecosystems, and livelihoods. According to WMO, 2024 was recorded as the […]
Amid abnormally high tides this week, councils report a rising frequency of inundation and erosion events due to climate change Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here Abnormally high tides, strong winds and large waves have lashed Australia’s south-eastern coastlines this week, damaging jetties and infrastructure in communities facing “no end of problems” from an increase in severe conditions. Prolonged winds whipped up large waves in the Southern Ocean, which have hammered south and west facing coastlines across South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania, said the senior meteorologist Angus Hines from the Bureau of Meteorology. Continue reading...
First female opposition leader says she will personally try to recruit more women but is agnostic about party’s approach Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Sussan Ley has declared herself a “zealot” on action to recruit more women to the Liberal ranks, but stopped short of endorsing quotas or other formal mechanisms to boost gender equity ahead of the next election. Promising a second review on the future of the party in the wake of its 3 May drubbing by Labor, the opposition leader told the National Press Club development of a new energy and emissions policy, and reconsideration of net zero by 2050 commitments, would be led by a working group chaired by frontbencher Dan Tehan. Continue reading...
The world’s energy demands in 2050 could be met by an interconnected global solar-wind energy system producing three times the amount of power needed at a lower cost than independent regional systems, according to a Chinese-led study. The researchers studied how to create a network drawing on regions with abundant renewable energy potential to provide energy across and between continents to areas with high needs. While an international renewable energy market could be created by optimising solar...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE02454D, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence. Zhenjing Jiang, Zijuan Du, Kailin Luo, Yanfei Zhang, Hang Yang, Wei Zhang, Ruwei Chen, Jie Chen, Zhe Cui, Fuhan Cui, Rui Pan, Guoju Zhang, Shuangying Lei, Litao Sun, Kuibo Yin, Guanjie He Amorphous anion skeletons of zeolite-like Na 2 Zn 2 (TeO 3 ) 3 induce rapid and cation-selective ion flux towards stable aqueous zinc–iodine batteries. 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
But the Climate Change Committee warns there's still a long way to go for the UK to reach net zero by 2050.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a "historic victory" after a 12-day conflict with Iran, vowing to prevent Tehran from restoring its nuclear infrastructure. Israeli strikes, according to military chief Eyal Zamir, have delayed Iran's nuclear program by years. Despite a ceasefire, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian asserted Iran's right to peaceful nuclear power.
Every engine requires oil to function, though oil itself has changed a lot over the decades. Can you actually use synthetic oil in an older engine?
[Daily Trust] The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) have entered into a strategic collaboration to provide a N100bn loan facility targeted at accelerating private sector-led deployment of renewable energy solutions across the country.
The official’s updated recusal statement shows work for 11 former clients, including a biofuels group and a major oil and gas industry services provider.
Federal officials are advancing a request to dig up coal on federal land that the Biden administration stopped short of approving.
Nato spending plan overlooks risks to security posed by environmental breakdown and social decay, say economists Europe risks choosing militarism over social and environmental security, economists have warned, as the head of Nato said all 32 members had agreed to increase weapons spending. Analyses drafted in anticipation of a Nato summit beginning on Tuesday warned of the opportunity cost that higher military spending would pose to the continent’s climate mitigation and social programmes, which are consistently underfunded. Continue reading...
[Nyasa Times] NBS Bank Plc has strategically partnered with the Renewable Energy Industry Association of Malawi (REIAMA) to accelerate access to renewable energy solutions across the country.
A new study predicts that climate change and habitat loss could cause more than 500 bird species to disappear in the next century.
Oil prices tumbled on Tuesday to their lowest level in more than a week as US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire has been agreed between Iran and Israel, relieving worries of supply disruption in the area.
Australia’s most gas-reliant state takes a significant step to move households and businesses away from fossil fuels and cut energy bills Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here It didn’t go as far as previously flagged, but don’t believe the negative hype about Victoria’s plan to start weaning off gas: it is a significant step that will help drive households and businesses away from fossil fuels and cut energy bills. The Allan Labor government announced that gas heating and hot water systems will be banned in all new homes and nearly all new commercial buildings, including schools and hospitals, from 1 January 2027. They will not be connected to the state’s gas network and will run on electric systems. New agricultural and manufacturing...
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as oil falls to lowest level since June’s conflict began Oil prices sink after Iranian strike on US airbase reduces fears of market disruption If the Israel-Iran ceasefire holds, investors could return to worrying about a global trade war instead. The clock is ticking towards 9 July, when the 90-day tariff pause set by president Trump in April expires. Some 6.7 million standard containers were shipped domestically and internationally last week, the Ministry of Transport said on Tuesday. The almost 6% jump in traffic from the previous week came after a trade truce agreed with Washington earlier in June. In May, Chinese exports to the US fell the most since the early days of the pandemic. Israel thanks President Trump and...
The agency plans to turn around an environmental review of the project in only 14 days, paving the way for the transport of tens of thousands of barrels of oil.
Red states are urging the Trump administration to take steps to quash lawsuits that seek to hold the oil and gas industry accountable for climate change.
The announcement was made after a three-day energy summit in Tokyo where government officials urged energy importers to secure gas past 2050.
SET-listed PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR) does not expect Cambodia's ban on energy imports from Thailand to seriously affect its trade through 186 petrol stations in Cambodia.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 130, Issue 12, 28 June 2025.
Asia, home to more than half the world’s population, is heating up nearly twice as fast as the rest of the world, with surging temperatures intensifying extreme weather, threatening food security and fragile ecosystems, and inflicting billions in economic losses, according to a new United Nations report. The State of the Climate in Asia 2024 report, released by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) – a UN agency charged with monitoring the planet’s atmosphere and climate – that last year...
Gas bottles for BBQs will still be allowed, I assume? The inconsistencies are rife...
Asian shares gained and oil prices were down Tuesday, as fears of an energy market shock eased following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel.
Amidst the Israel-Iran conflict and US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, oil prices experienced volatility, initially surging before stabilizing. Donald Trump cautioned against escalating prices, fearing it would benefit adversaries. Market anxieties persist due to potential disruptions in global oil supply via the Strait of Hormuz, impacting stock markets worldwide.
American B-2 bombers attacked Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan. Donald Trump claimed complete obliteration of Iran's nuclear infrastructure. Israel followed with strikes on missile sites. The attack strengthened the Iranian regime. It reignited anti-American sentiment. Experts fear Iran may accelerate its pursuit of nuclear weapons. Global oil prices surged amid wider conflict fears.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised Prime Minister Modi's energy and global engagement as a key asset for India, even as his own party criticizes the government's foreign policy. Tharoor highlighted the success of diplomatic outreach following 'Operation Sindoor,' emphasizing national unity and clear communication.
A B.C. allergist and doctor say that climate change is worsening patients' allergy symptoms and prolonging allergy season.
Governor says plant upstate is ‘a critical energy initiative’ while renewable energy groups slammed the decision Kathy Hochul has announced plans to build a nuclear-power plant in New York , the first major new US plant in over 15 years, and one designed to add to add at least 1GW of nuclear power generation. The governor said in a statement that she had directed the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to develop and construct a zero-emission advanced nuclear power plant in upstate New York to support a reliable and affordable electric grid. Continue reading...
Climate Compatible Growth and WRI Partner to Advance the Energy Transition margaret.overh… Mon, 06/23/2025 - 12:00 At London Climate Action Week on June 23, 2025, WRI and Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) formalized a strategic partnership to cooperate on energy transition, energy access, transport, critical minerals, political economy and more. WRI and CCG will continue to expand joint work supporting strategic energy planning and promoting sound scientific practice in energy modeling. The partnership builds on a history of collaboration between the two organizations. As WRI scales up its energy work with the new WRI Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition , partnerships with visionary initiatives like CCG can lead to transformative change. Energy planning and...
Oil futures declined and U.S. stock indexes rose despite fears Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for transporting oil around the world.
Super fund, on the brink of becoming Whitehaven’s biggest shareholder, says company’s acquisition of metallurgical coal assets made it a more attractive investment Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here A major Australian superannuation fund is under fire for substantially increasing its investment in the coal company Whitehaven, and being on the brink of becoming its biggest backer, while still claiming to be committed to reaching net zero emissions. Shareholder advocacy groups said AustralianSuper was moving against the trend of its peers with recent share purchases in the company, which they said were “flying in the face of environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments”. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam...
For any space mission to launch, thousands of hours must have been spent iterating new technologies to make the spacecraft fly. The Biomass satellite, which today shared its first science data, is no exception. The probe, which carries just a single instrument on board, will perform a five-year census of all the trees on Earth to teach us more about how climate change and pests are affecting the world’s forests than we’ve ever learnt before.
More common than gold, uranium is abundant on Earth. But less than 1% of the naturally occurring element is useful for nuclear power.
Researchers are chasing storms across multiple states to collect and study hailstones to better understand storm behavior. Their findings could reveal how climate change may impact future hail damage and storm intensity.
A Harvard researcher suggests that pasture-based dairy and beef production may be worse for methane emissions tied to climate change.
[Capital FM] London, UK -- UK and African innovators are ramping up efforts to replace fossil fuel generators with renewable energy solutions, as showcased at the ZE-Gen: Powering Productivity, Accelerating Investment event during London Climate Action Week.
Beijing has urged the international community to step up efforts to de-escalate the conflict between Iran and Israel, warning that the fallout could damage the global economy as Tehran threatens to block the Strait of Hormuz – one of the world’s most important shipping routes. A blockade of the strait, which handles roughly 20 per cent of global oil and gas flows, could dramatically push up oil and natural gas prices, risking a global energy and trade crisis, analysts said. Speaking at a regular...
Prime minister says 10-year industrial strategy marks ‘turning point for economy’ as energy secretary says government will cut electricity costs for businesses By the way, if you actually wanted to read the Modern Industrial Strategy document published by the government today, you can find it here . The government has just pushed out a joint statement from business leaders welcoming it, which says: The Industrial Strategy launched today marks a significant step forward and a valuable opportunity for the business community to rally behind a new vision for the UK – boosting confidence, sentiment, and enthusiasm for investment. From start-ups and small businesses to large corporates, businesses need a more attractive, stable environment that enables faster, easier, and more certain investment...
Gold edged higher as the world waited for Iran’s response after the United States joined the Israeli assault on Iran over the weekend, risking a wider war that could push up energy prices.
As the global population grows, we’ll have to find ways of feeding the planet without accelerating climate change.
Oil prices could rise if Iran goes ahead with threat to shut down shipping in the strait of Hormuz Business live – latest updates US strikes on Iran could damage global economic growth, the head of the International Monetary Fund has warned. Director Kristalina Georgieva told Bloomberg TV that the IMF was watching energy prices closely, warning a rise in oil prices could have a ripple effect throughout the global economy. Continue reading...
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Price of oil could spike after Iran’s parliament votes to close key shipping route The new week has also begun with some takeover excitement in the City of London. Spectris , the UK-based maker of precision and testing equipment and software, has agreed to be bought by private equity firm Advent in a £3.8bn deal. Continue reading...
Hotter temperatures make breathing problems during sleep more likely, even when it's not extremely hot
A move by Tehran to disrupt oil shipments could mean sharply higher prices at the pump in the United States.
Europe’s massive renewable energy ramp-up to fight climate change has led the continent to almost halve coal’s presence on the grid, according to data.
The administration's efforts to prevent future state lawsuits against the fossil fuel industry are a "freewheeling exercise in speculation," the state argues.
They say Ecuador’s government auctioning 14 new oil blocks goes against the spirit of a referendum in which Ecuadorians voted to leave crude underground.
Around the world, well-funded, organised climate deniers are spreading lies about the crisis. We call on governments and tech companies to step up Sadiq Khan is mayor of London and Anne Hidalgo is mayor of Paris As mayors of two of the world’s great cities, we see every day how the climate emergency is already reshaping people’s lives, affecting the people and places we love. From deadly heatwaves and devastating floods to rising inequality and health crises driven by air pollution, the costs of inaction are not theoretical; they are measured in lives taken, homes destroyed and business revenue lost . Ten years ago, the Paris agreement was signed, marking a turning point in the global fight against climate breakdown. But today, progress is being undermined by a deeply concerning threat:...
A visiting energy expert warns Australian policymakers are risking prosperity for ideological optics by shunning nuclear power plants.
A new charter guiding the management of Scotland's landscapes has been published, with a new emphasis on addressing climate change
Oil prices surged and Asian markets traded lower on Monday on concerns of disruption to energy markets after US air strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.
Amidst US-Iran tensions and potential Strait of Hormuz closure, India, importing 2 million bpd through it, feels secure. Diversified sources like Russia, the US, and Brazil offer alternatives. Gas supplies remain unaffected. While near-term oil prices may surge to $80/barrel, India's strategic reserves and alternative sourcing strategies provide a buffer against disruptions, ensuring energy security despite global volatility.
Amidst Iran-Israel tensions, India has significantly increased its Russian oil imports, surpassing combined purchases from Saudi Arabia and Iraq. This shift, driven by discounted prices, sees Russian oil constituting a substantial portion of India's crude imports.
Elon Musk warns that China's solar power generation is rapidly expanding, potentially exceeding the entire US electricity output within four years. This concern follows Kimbal Musk's criticism of a proposed bill, arguing it would cripple the US renewable energy sector and jeopardize American energy independence, forcing reliance on natural gas.
A listing of 29 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, June 15, 2025 thru Sat, June 21, 2025. Stories we promoted this week, by category: Climate Science and Research (6 articles) Climate Crisis 'Evil Twin' Is Coming for Marine Life Scientists have warned that the planet crossed the global boundary for ocean acidification around the year 2020, according to a new study. Newsweek, Thomas Westerholm, Jun 16, 2025. Human influence on climate detectable in the late 19th century A new paper describes how humans were influencing Earth's climate by cooling the stratosphere in the late 19th century. Proceedings of the National Academies of Sciences, Ben Santer et al. , June 16, 2025. Study finds planetary...
The firms say their First Amendment rights are being violated when cities and states sue and accuse them of spreading misinformation about climate change.
If you didn't even realize your lawn mower has oil in it just like a car does, you should probably get on that. Here's how often you should change your oil.
Exclusive: Agriculture minister Julie Collins and Indigenous affairs minister Malarndirri McCarthy expressed concern over Sturt Plateau pipeline’s construction Get Guardian Australia environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as an email Senior Albanese government ministers disagreed over whether a controversial Northern Territory gas pipeline should be allowed to go ahead without being fully assessed under national environment laws, an internal document shows. An environment department brief from February shows representatives for the agriculture minister, Julie Collins, and the Indigenous affairs minister, Malarndirri McCarthy, were concerned about the impact of the Sturt Plateau pipeline’s construction on threatened species and First Nations communities. Sign up to get...
Oil is a crucial part of every internal combustion engine. Diesel and gasoline engines work differently, so is diesel engine oil any different from regular oil?
An increasing number of people are experiencing motion sickness in EVs, and there is a scientific explanation as to why With electric cars skyrocketing in popularity around the world – in 2024, 22% of new car sales worldwide were electric vehicles, compared with 18% in 2023 – a growing body of studies and an increasing number of people have found that they feel more motion sick riding in EVs than in traditional petrol or diesel cars. Anecdotes of feeling sick in the passenger or back seat of electric cars litter social media , as do questions from wary prospective buyers. There is a scientific explanation behind why a person might feel more sick in an EV, though, according to multiple academic studies. Continue reading...
Climate scientist Kate Marvel talks to The Washington Post about the complicated mix of emotions people might feel about the changing planet.
The case against Shell has been adjourned to July 22 in Yenagoa.
Experts say Indigenous peoples often bear the brunt of climate change impacts, without being meaningfully involved in developing climate policies.
Insect-borne diseases are becoming increasingly common in southern parts of the province, with climate change playing a part.
On February 25 2022, five men were sucked hundreds of feet inside an oil pipeline and trapped deep beneath the sea. Here are some of the most shocking revelations from their story.
Record carbon emissions mean that the planet's carbon budget could be exceeded in as little as three years, according to a new report.
Israeli leaders have consistently refused to confirm or deny the existence of nuclear weapons. The official line—repeated by every prime minister—is that Israel “will not be the first country to introduce nuclear weapons into the Middle East.” The sentence is a masterpiece of political sleight of hand: vague enough to deflect, but strong enough to deter.
[Premium Times] The UK High Court trial finds that Shell plc and its former Nigerian subsidiary can be held legally responsible for legacy oil pollution in Nigeria.
Jaw-dropping evidence photos released from the Diddy trial give a twisted look inside his Los Angeles mansion — which was replete with drugs, guns and a treasure trove of more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lube that he kept in a fancy box. The FBI raided the mogul’s sprawling west coast home, as...
Tesla Friday signed a $556.8 million agreement to build a grid-scale battery storage station in China.
[Government of Mauritius] Empowering Mauritius to better access climate financing, particularly from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), was the focus of an inception workshop held today at the Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel in Port Louis. The workshop aimed to catalyse transformational adaptation and mitigation initiatives across the agriculture, water and energy sectors.
The oil and gas industry says a lawsuit in Hawaii should be halted until the Trump administration's lawsuit against the state is resolved.
One plant produces more arsenic pollution than any other in US, and the other has been slated for closure since 2021 The Trump administration is moving to keep open two Michigan coal plants that emit about 45% of the state’s greenhouse gas pollution , which opponents say is an indication of how the US president plans to wield his controversial national energy emergency executive order. Already, the US Department of Energy (DoE) has ordered the JH Campbell coal plant on Lake Michigan to remain open beyond its 31 May closure date, while the administration is expected to prolong the life of the Monroe power plant on Lake Erie, currently scheduled to begin closing in 2028. Continue reading...
Every year on 21st June we encourage everyone to participate in " Show your Stripes Day " to start conversations about climate risks and solutions. Springboarding from a crocheted blanket created by fellow University of Reading professor Ellie Highwood, the "warming stripes" graphic was created in 2018 by Prof. Ed Hawkins , who explains the visualization's purpose in this video: The "warming stripes" have been embraced around the world as a clear and vivid representation of how the climate is changing-- a powerful appeal to urgency in addressing our climate crisis. From the website of the University of Reading : What is Show Your Stripes Day? Show Your Stripes Day is a global moment to share our concern about how the climate is changing and the need...
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The youth activists who put the Green New Deal on the political map are launching a new campaign to “villainize big oil” which will push for the industry to pay for climate action so the costs don’t fall on ordinary people. Seven years […]
[Ashden] On World Refugee Day, climate solutions charity Ashden has announced grants totalling £270,000 (US$365,000) for refugee entrepreneurs bringing affordable, low carbon technologies to their communities in three countries in Africa.
Even in the U.S., where the policy was least popular, half of those surveyed said they'd support a climate tax that redistributes wealth.
SET-listed Electricity Generating (Egco), a power generation arm of Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, has acquired a 49% share in clean power projects in the US, stepping up efforts to reach its goal of having renewable energy assets account for 30% of the company's total assets within five years.
A new analysis shows that almost every nation failed to submit stronger goals for reducing carbon pollution by the Paris Agreement's deadline.
The agency put together a comprehensive analysis of how much petroleum lies underneath federal lands for the first time in decades.
As the UK braces for the first heatwave of 2025, scientists warn that climate change is responsible.
[Daily News] Simiyu -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has laid the foundation stone for the implementation of the Climate Change Adaptation Project in Nyashimo, Simiyu Region, a 440bn/- initiative aimed at improving water access and sanitation.
New York Times: Nuclear and military facilities, gas and oil depots have been targeted.
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 20 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41558-025-02369-zVideo games are a popular method for climate change communication, but current efforts undervalue the potential role of gaming communities. To empower gaming communities to take climate action, we suggest social strategies including fostering climate change conversations through games and in gaming social spaces, and organizing real-world gaming community events.
It can be tempting to spend money on high-end synthetic oil changes for your car, but is it actually worth the extra cost you'll pay for it?
Short, intense summer rainfall in Alpine regions is likely to become more frequent and severe in the future because of global warming, according to a study released Thursday by the University of Lausanne (UNIL).
[Ethiopian Herald] Africa's stance on the climate catastrophe is influenced by a number of elements such as its particular vulnerabilities, its share of global emissions, and the demand for just solutions.
An official briefing says learning can be 'very difficult' due to the 'one or two days' per year when indoor temperatures reach 35°C.
[The Point] As floods, fires and heatwaves grow more frequent and destructive, new research shows that climate adaptation isn't just urgent. It's also one of the smartest investments governments can make.
The world is running out of time to rein in human-driven climate change, with top UN scientists warning that key indicators are now in uncharted territory.
Environmental group says adding levies to airline tickets would help ease financial burden on poor countries Adding a levy to airline tickets could raise more than €100bn a year to pay for the damage done by climate breakdown, research has found. Flying is the most carbon-intensive means of travel , but is artificially cheap as airline fuel is often not taxed, and the environmental impacts are not paid for. Continue reading...
False claims obstructing climate action, say researchers, amid calls for climate lies to be criminalised Rampant climate misinformation is turning the crisis into a catastrophe, according to the authors of a new report. It found climate action was being obstructed and delayed by false and misleading information stemming from fossil fuel companies, rightwing politicians and some nation states. The report , from the International Panel on the Information Environment (Ipie), systematically reviewed 300 studies. Continue reading...
PARIS - From carbon pollution to sea-level rise to global heating, the pace and level of key climate change indicators are all in uncharted territory, more than 60 top scientists warned on Thursday.
Science can help to target climate finance at better-quality adaptation
Environment minister Murray Watt says the government’s thumping federal election win created a ‘very clear mandate’ to establish the EPA 2.0 and fix the nature laws Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here The latest attempt to rewrite federal environmental protection laws won’t be “credible” unless it forces decision-makers to consider climate change when assessing projects, advocates have warned, as consultation on the changes begins. Select environment groups, miners, business and farming chiefs joined the new environment minister, Murray Watt, for a roundtable in Canberra on Thursday. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue reading...
The Energy Ministry is working to allay concerns over the impact of the Israel-Iran war, pledging that authorities will continue to cap fuel prices, though this may require cutting the oil excise tax.
The Czech Republic signed a contract earlier this month with South Korea's KHNP to build two nuclear reactors, but experts question its future over complaints raised by KHNP's French rival EDF. The deal is crucial for the EU member country of 10.9 million people, relying on nuclear power produced by the southern Dukovany and Temelin plants for 40 percent of its electricity consumption.
The Earth could be doomed to breach a key climate target in as little as three years, scientists warn.
Asian stocks fell Thursday after the Federal Reserve warned Donald Trump's trade war would likely reignite US inflation and dampen economic growth, while oil prices edged down as investors awaited developments in the Israel-Iran conflict.
Volatile weather patterns may be altering taste of juniper berries – a key botanical in the spirit – scientists say The flavour of a gin and tonic may be impacted by climate change, scientists have found. Volatile weather patterns, made more likely by climate breakdown, could change the taste of juniper berries, which are the key botanical that give gin its distinctive taste. Continue reading...
The canceled awards were issued under the Biden administration and primarily focused on carbon capture and sequestration and decarbonization initiatives.
Analysis: Greatest risk of fallout would come if Israel struck a nuclear power reactor.
The Energy Department ordered the aging J.H. Campbell coal plant to keep running through the summer.
Alex Epstein has been lobbying GOP lawmakers against saving Inflation Reduction Act credits.
Pipeline tells the story of five professional divers who were tasked with repairing an undersea oil pipe off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago in February 2022.
DUBAI — The United Arab Emirates' (UAE) energy ministry said a collision between two oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz was likely caused by a navigational misjudgement by one of the vessels.
[Vanguard] The price of crude oil, yesterday, dropped marginally to $73 per barrel from $74 per barrel in the international market as the Israel-Iran conflict tension eases.
[Nile Post] Today, the world pauses to mark the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, an annual reminder of the urgent need to protect and restore land degraded by human activity and climate change.
Mayors of Western cities are urging the Trump administration to take steps to help address water scarcity as climate change depletes the Colorado River.
With over 40,000 people evacuated and infrastructure overwhelmed, Indigenous leaders say climate change is hitting their homelands hardest.
The president is moving to erase protections for the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska as part of his efforts to boost fossil fuels.
The South American nation is drawing scrutiny for opening a large swath of ocean to oil companies as it prepares to hold the COP30 conference.
Banpu Power Plc has decided to divest shares in 10 solar power plants in Japan worth 4.46 billion baht to optimise its portfolio of energy assets and ensure long-term expansion.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D4EE04058A, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence. Maxwell Pisciotta, Hélène Pilorgé, Likhwa Ndlovu, Madeleine Siegel, Joe Huyett, Todd Bandhauer, Peter Psarras, Jennifer Wilcox Geothermal energy has been utilized for centuries. This study presents a framework to assess how geothermal resources can power direct air capture (DAC) systems, optimizing for overall CO 2 abatement. 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 Earth was trembling every 90 seconds. Now, we know why.
Disused coal mines could be refashioned to place vast fields of solar panels, a new report suggests, providing an unlikely solution to a common obstacle to uptake of the green energy source.
Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Qatar has intensified monitoring of radiation levels in the Gulf following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and energy sites. Doha is closely tracking environmental developments, warning of unpredictable consequences from targeting sensitive facilities. Qatar condemned strikes on energy infrastructure, urging de-escalation and international intervention to prevent further destabilization.
Oil prices stabilised Wednesday after surging the previous day on fears of a US intervention in the Israel-Iran conflict sparked by Donald Trump calling for Tehran's "unconditional surrender".
This sand battery system can store 1,000 megawatt-hours of heat for weeks at a time.
NASA uses satellite lidar technology to study Earth’s forests, key carbon sinks.
The risk of a wider Middle East conflict has put investors on edge and boosted oil prices due to fears of a disruption in global oil supplies.
For the first time since 2021—the start of the Biden administration—banks have ramped up their financing of fossil fuel projects, a changing tide that reflects the Trump White House’s close ties to and energetic support for Big Oil. That’s based on the annual Banking on Climate Chaos report, which analyzes the lending patterns of the […]
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. In the high glare of a summer evening in Fairbanks, Alaska, Ciara Santiago watched the mercury climb. A meteorologist at the National Weather Service office, she had the dubious honor of issuing the state’s first-ever official heat advisory as temperatures […]
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Trump says UK is protected from tariffs ‘because I like them’ as trade deal is signed off Iran and Israel crisis: what does it mean for the price of oil? Global oil supply is set to increase “far” faster than demand in the coming years, the International Energy Agency has predicted. In a new report, the IEA argues that oil markets are undergoing structural changes as the key drivers of supply and demand growth of the past 15 years start to fade. This growth is set to be dominated by robust gains in natural gas liquids (NGLs) and other non-crude liquids. The strategic shift towards higher non-crude capacity is driven by strong global demand for petrochemical feedstocks and the development of liquid‑rich gas resources...
Struggling to sleep and work in the balmy months? Chill your space – and avoid energy-guzzling air con – with our pick of the best fans, from tower to desk to bladeless • Warm weather essentials: 42 ways to make the most of the sunshine Our world is getting hotter . Summer heatwaves are so frequent, they’re stretching the bounds of what we think of as summer. Hot-and-bothered home working and sweaty, sleepless nights are now alarmingly common. Fans sell out when the mercury rises, so get ahead of the pack by ordering one in anticipation: there will always be another heatwave. Get a good fan, and you can also dodge the temptation of air conditioning. Air con is incredibly effective, but it uses a lot of electricity … and burning fossil fuels is how we got into this mess in the first...
Amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions, India is proactively exploring alternative energy sources, particularly from West Africa, to safeguard its fuel supply. Contingency plans are being formulated due to potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy transit point. While India possesses significant storage capacity, concerns remain about potential price spikes and supply crunches affecting the global market.
Ancient supernovas may have blasted Earth with powerful radiation, causing dramatic changes in our climate, and could do so again, posing a threat to life.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney worked to avoid conflicts with President Trump at the G-7. That meant little public discussion of climate change.
Escalating conflict between Israel and Iran is raising fresh concerns over Asia’s energy security, analysts said on Tuesday, with any disruption to oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz threatening to destabilise global markets. Roughly 70 per cent of Asia’s crude oil and refined product imports pass through the narrow waterway, which lies adjacent to Iran and connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. The strait remains one of the world’s most critical maritime choke points, particularly...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE02190A, Paper Wenjie Huang, Baoquan Wan, Wenye Zhang, Xing Yang, Z. H. Xiang, Haobo Tian, Can Ding, Yiyi Zhang, Yong Chae Jung, Jun-Wei Zha Polymer dielectrics for electrostatic energy storage exhibit low energy density, low efficiency, and poor reliability at high temperatures, limiting the application of film capacitors in harsh environments. Designing wide bandgap... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
With less than six harvest seasons left to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the urgency to find transformative solutions to end hunger, protect the oceans, and build climate resilience dominated the ninth panel session at the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France. In a moment emblematic of growing African leadership in ocean […]
There's an entire cycle of life that helps some wildlife thrive when the boreal forest burns, but experts say climate change and human activity have led to larger, more intense wildfires, exacerbating the negative effects on some species.
The 2021 document from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration was part of a drive to slash emissions.
The investment bank’s finding comes as President Donald Trump tries to reverse clean energy tax credits.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01752A, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence. Antonio Gasós, Ronny Pini, Viola Becattini, Marco Mazzotti Some argue that using CO2 from direct air capture (DAC) in enhanced oil recovery (CO2-EOR) can produce carbon-neutral oil by permanently storing more CO2 than it is emitted when using... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
From tiny roundabout gardens filled with native plants to a three-year pollinator meadow research project, municipalities across the country are showing that even small changes to public spaces can improve pollinator diversity and help mitigate the effects of climate change.
Two oil tankers collided in the Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping gateway in the Gulf of Oman. British maritime security firm Ambrey said the incident wasn't security related.
Order similar to those issued in Gaza a further sign Israeli campaign is evolving towards war of attrition Israeli forces issued an evacuation order to residents of a large part of Tehran on Monday, warning them of the imminent bombing of “military infrastructure” in the area in a social media post very similar to those regularly directed at Palestinians in Gaza over the past 20 months. The post on X was from the account of the Israel Defense Forces’ Arabic spokesperson, Col Avichay Adraee, and is a further sign of the evolving nature of the Israeli campaign against Iran, which began with attacks on air defences, nuclear sites and the military chain of command, but appears to have drifted towards a war of attrition focused on Iran’s oil and gas industry and on the capital. Continue reading...
Prices have spiked in recent weeks for crude oil, as well as fuels like gasoline at pumps, and although tensions in the Middle East are a big factor, there is more to the equation.
Bill that aims to reduce plastic packaging by 30% in 12 years faces staunch opposition by some business interests The oil and petrochemical lobby is attempting to fend off a New York state proposal to slash plastic waste by arguing that it will disproportionately burden people of color, advocates and assembly sources say, despite widespread evidence that the plastic supply chain poses serious health risks to Black and brown communities. In New York state, advocates are fighting to pass a wide-ranging bill to reduce plastic packaging by 30% in 12 years while dramatically boosting recycling rates and phasing certain toxic compounds out of packaging. The packaging reduction and recycling infrastructure bill would place a fee on large businesses that distribute plastic packaging, with revenue...
Banks and forecasters say price trajectory will depend on how far the military and humanitarian crisis escalates Business live – latest updates Middle East crisis – latest updates The escalating crisis between Israel and Iran has already triggered the largest single-day oil price surge in the last three years, and the question for many is how much higher the oil markets might climb. The price of Brent crude has jumped by about $10 a barrel since the start of June to a high of $78 a barrel on Friday, amid growing concerns that the conflict could wipe out Iran’s oil exports or cut flows of crude from the wider Middle East region to the global market. Continue reading...
Gender equality, climate change, biodiversity, poverty, health, gay rights and more -- the list of issues missing at the Canada G7 from past summits is long.
Rafael Grossi says while buildings above ground in Natanz have been destroyed, strategic locations underground have not been struck Middle East crisis – live updates Iran’s key nuclear sites have not suffered any further damage since Friday, the first day of Israel’s attack on the country, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) announced at a governors’ meeting on Monday. Rafael Grossi, the director general of the nuclear watchdog, said while buildings above ground at Iran’s principal uranium enrichment site at Natanz had been destroyed, strategic locations underground had not been struck. Continue reading...
[Huawei] As global economies push for decarbonization and energy security, industrial models must evolve. This requires greater investment in low-carbon technologies and energy efficiency. In this context, how do you view the rapid growth of solar PV and energy storage solutions (ESS) as a response to this demand?
A proposed $250 annual fee on electric cars testifies to the utter corruption of conservative thought.
Oil prise increase likely to add 5p to petrol and diesel prices over the next couple of months, expert says Business live – latest updates Britons are braced for higher prices at the pumps, after a rise in oil prices caused by the conflict between Israel and Iran in recent days. Oil prices climbed again on Monday, as traders worried about the risks of a broader regional military conflict, which could disrupt supplies. Iran is a big oil producer, and accounts for about 3% of global supplies. Continue reading...
Iran targeted Israel’s Haifa oil refinery with a hypersonic missile in a precise strike as part of “Operation True Promise III.” This action was a direct response to previous Israeli strikes against Iranian military commanders and nuclear sites. Key refinery Israeli media revealed Monday morning that the targeted Haifa refinery, operated within the Bazan … The post In blow to Israel’s energy lifeline, Iranian missile strikes key Israeli refinery appeared first on Egypt Independent.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya's mini-grid solar operators are beginning to earn new revenue from their clean energy production through the sale of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), thanks to a platform known as Africa Renewables Katalyst (ARK).
IADB’s proposals involve lenders using public money to buy up renewable energy loans in poor countries An innovative plan to use public money to back renewable energy loans in the developing world could liberate cash from the private sector for urgently needed climate finance. Avinash Persaud, a special adviser on climate change to the president of the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB), who developed the proposals, believes the plan could drive tens of billions of new investment in the fledgling green economy in poorer countries within a few years, and could provide the bulk of the $1.3tn in annual climate finance promised to the developing world by 2035. Continue reading...
Thailand's green tech startups are emerging, in line with the country's ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets and the global momentum towards environmental, social and governance standards.
The Israel-Iran conflict is pushing up global petroleum prices, but American oil producers have little interest in dramatically scaling up their operations.
The group of young people argue that the president's orders to "unleash" fossil fuels violate their constitutional rights.
If you have ever wondered what Marvel Mystery Oil is, you're in good company. We've done the research and compiled everything we know about it right here.
Oil prices extended gains Monday as Israel and Iran pounded each other with missiles for a fourth day and threatened further attacks, stoking fears of a lengthy conflict that could reignite inflation.
Officials ‘never seen anything like this’ after up to 4in of rain fell within half an hour in northern part of state Flash flooding caused by torrential rains killed three people in northern West Virginia and rescue crews were searching for missing people on Sunday, while authorities were assessing damage to roads, bridges, natural gas lines and other infrastructure. Officials said 2.5-4in (6-10cm) of rain fell in parts of Wheeling and Ohio county within about a half hour on Saturday night. Continue reading...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in over two decades. He aims to strengthen ties in trade, investment, and security. Following Cyprus, Modi will attend the G7 Summit in Canada, focusing on global economic stability and climate change, before concluding his tour in Croatia to discuss strategic cooperation.
International development council describes consequences as ‘dire’ as 120 Australian projects affected by loss of more than $400m Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Trump administration’s gutting of foreign aid has seen a $400m hit to Australian projects, with 120 projects affected, at least 20 offices closed and people left without crucial support for health, education, humanitarian and climate change issues, the Australian Council for International Development (Acfid) has found. Acfid has surveyed its members and their partners, who deliver projects on the ground, on the impact of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) cuts, which took effect when the president, Donald Trump, froze funding for 90 days from 20 January. Sign up for...
Norway’s crusade to eliminate gasoline powered cars was years in the making. Can that achievement be replicated?
A listing of 28 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, June 8, 2025 thru Sat, June 14, 2025. Stories we promoted this week, by category: Climate Science and Research (8 articles) Stefan Rahmstorf - Atlantic ocean circulation: a dangerous tipping point for European climate? IFIMAC on Youtube, Stefan Rahmstorf, May 27, 2025. Ocean mud locks up much of the planet’s carbon – we’re digging deep to map these ancient stores Deep down at the bottom of the sea, mud is one of the most important natural archives of Earth’s past – holding clues of shifting climates, coastlines, ocean conditions and carbon storage. The Conversation, Sophie Ward & Zoe Roseby, June 6, 2025. When...
Rachel Reeves admitted a 10 per cent spike in oil and gas costs and threats by Tehran to close the Straits of Hormuz was a 'cause for concern'.
Bord na Móna, which was once a peat extraction company, has now committed to one of the largest peatland restoration projects ever undertaken, targeting 33,000 hectares in over 80 bogs with the hope of reducing carbon emissions and increasing biodiversity. But many households still continue to cut turf, relying on it for heating as have previous generations Continue reading...
Every internal combustion engine needs oil for lubrication, but two-stroke engines take their oil regularly along with gasoline.
France's Emmanuel Macron is visiting Greenland to hold talks on North Atlantic and Arctic security, climate change and critical minerals.
President Trump affirmed that the Army's 250th anniversary parade will carry on in the streets of Washington, DC, despite forecasted flash floods, gusts of wind and thunderstorms in the nation's capital.
China's National Nuclear Corporation, France's EDF and South Korea's Hydro and Nuclear Power had all bid to build the plant.
The Deepwater Horizon Explosion was one of the most devastating environmental disasters in history, but how did it happen and how was the oil leak stopped?
Hong Kong police have arrested a 15-year-old after her father reported she was smoking an e-cigarette containing “space oil” at home with her classmate, who is wanted by the force, the Post has learned. A source said on Saturday that the classmate, who was also 15, brought an e-cigarette, which she claimed contained the anaesthetic etomidate, to the girl’s home at Kwong Fuk Estate in Tai Po on Friday night and persuaded her they smoke it together. When the mother spotted them, the classmate...
The cost of crude oil affects everything from the price of food at the supermarket to how much it costs to fill up your car.
Oil prices soared and stocks sank Friday after Israel launched strikes on Iran, prompting retaliation from Tehran and stoking fears of a full-blown war.
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Israel launches strikes on ‘dozens’ of targets in Iran, targeting nuclear programme Budget airline Wizz , whose shares are down almost 5% today, says it has suspended flights to Tel Aviv and re-routed flights affected by closed airspace in the region for the next 72 hours. The jump in the oil price today, following Israel’s attack on Iran, is a “bad shock for the global economy at a bad time”. For the average consumer, they will be looking at more income uncertainty. They will be looking at higher petrol prices, and in the UK, they’re probably looking now at higher risk of taxation in October. So whatever way you look at it, it’s negative short term, it’s negative longer term. Continue reading...
The proposal, which Administrator Lee Zeldin said “benefits American farmers,” won praise from biofuels groups.
The Russian stock exchange rose slightly at the start of trading Friday, with oil and gold companies seeing the biggest increases in share prices.
Israel's attack on Iran sparked the biggest jump in crude oil prices since Russia's invasion of Ukraine more than three years ago. Stocks fell sharply.
Israel has launched a targeted military operation against Iran, striking nuclear and military sites, including Tehran's ballistic missile program, citing a threat to its survival. Air-raid sirens sounded in Israel as a precaution. The attack follows rising tensions over Iran's nuclear program and a recent IAEA censure, prompting international concern and a surge in oil prices.
GOP leaders claim that repealing power plant pollution rules and tax breaks for renewables will fuel an energy boom. Experts say they’re doing just the opposite.
Brent crude up more than 10% amid escalation of conflict in Middle East, while stock markets fall Business live – latest updates The price of oil and gold has soared and stock markets have fallen after Israel’s strikes against targets in Iran . The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, the focal point of global oil production, prompted a sharp increase in prices, with Brent crude up more than 10% after news of the attacks broke, reaching its highest level since January. Continue reading...
Deconstruction is a growing approach to taking down homes that diverts waste from landfills, cuts carbon emissions and creates a circular economy for construction materials.
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government has demonstrated strong economic resilience despite facing both domestic and international challenges caused by natural disasters linked to climate change, global conflicts, and policy shifts.
Climate change is real and Coalition’s job is to determine how to cut emissions, shadow assistant minister to opposition leader Maria Kovacic says Kovacic on what the Coalition needs to move forward – Australian Politics podcast Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Coalition MPs should stop questioning climate change science and instead fully embrace emissions policies to deliver net zero by 2050, the Liberal senator Maria Kovacic says, warning that Australia’s environment and economy are at risk. After its historic drubbing at the 3 May election, some Coalition MPs are preparing for a protracted brawl over climate targets , leaving support for net zero policies under the opposition leader, Sussan Ley...
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 13 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41558-025-02350-wGlancing forward to view alternative futures for limiting global warming requires understanding complex societal–environmental systems that drive future emissions. Now a study explores the potential, and limits, of deep learning to generate core characteristics of these futures.
Want to save a few bucks on batteries? USB-C rechargeable batteries can be great for your wallet and the environment, but there are some drawbacks.
NYC startup Aircela develops carbon-neutral gasoline from air to help reduce emissions in hard-to-electrify sectors.
Ticks are showing up in more places, earlier in the season and bringing disease risks with them. CBC's Johanna Wagstaffe breaks down how climate change is helping ticks thrive — and why public-health experts say it’s time to pay attention.
Iran's pursuit of a nuclear arsenal could trigger a military strike by Israel if diplomatic efforts fail to stop Iran from becoming a nuclear power.
Dolphin Surf will start at £18,650 – among the cheapest new vehicles on sale in Britain Business live – latest updates The Chinese manufacturer BYD has launched its cheapest model in the UK, in the latest stage of its efforts to overtake Tesla as the world’s biggest electric carmaker. The Dolphin Surf will start at £18,650, a price that puts it among the cheapest new vehicles on sale in Britain. Continue reading...
[RFI] Harare, Zimbabwe - Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, is fast becoming a key player in the battle against climate change, developing innovative approaches to tackle waste management, restore degraded ecosystems, and promote sustainable urban planning. Like many other cities across the globe, Harare faces significant environmental challenges - yet it is also a site of remarkable community-driven solutions and government-led initiatives aimed at securing a greener, more sustainable future.
Tensions escalate as Israel prepares for a potential military operation against Iran. This move could disrupt diplomacy and trigger regional conflict. US intelligence suggests Iran is nearing nuclear weapon capability. Diplomatic talks are stalling. The US is bracing for Israeli action. Retaliatory strikes against US assets are a concern. Oil markets are reacting to the rising tensions.
The International Atomic Energy Agency declared Iran was in breach of its Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty obligations by failing cooperate with an probe into undeclared nuclear material and activities at multiple sites.
Sound is the primary means of tracking subs in vast ocean expanses, and research shows that it’s behaving differently as the seas warm.
[Daily Trust] The Management of National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC), has urged residents of riverine communities and flood prone areas in Kogi state to move to higher grounds immediately, as wet season gathers momentum.
Labour has fallen in love with nuclear power but Scotland has different geography and a much smaller population than England - so how do we power our homes and businesses?
The Susquehanna nuclear plant will help power AI and cloud-computing operations at an adjacent Amazon data center.
It's the first time the state has used a 2022 law aimed at streamlining renewable energy permitting.
EPA contradicts itself — and legal precedent — in its bid to undo Biden-era limits on power plant pollution.
Fossil fuel power plants and producers of iron, steel and cement will be covered under the initial phase, according to a government report.
[IPS] Rome -- Kaveh Zahedi is the Director of the Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
If you're worried about flooding this hurricane season, here are some ways to harden your home with flooding and climate change in mind.
Senior lecturer says staff and students have struggled to get answers from university leadership about arrangement Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Monash University is under fire for an event at its Italian campus jointly organised with Woodside Energy, as staff criticise the institution for hosting “shadowy conferences paid for by fossil fuel corporations” and a lack of transparency around the relationship. Monash co-hosted a “climate change and energy transition” conference with the gas giant at the university’s Prato campus in June 2024. The conference website, no longer directly available but accessible via the Wayback Machine , shows speakers were invited to submit papers on “the role of climate activism/nimbyism” in “thwarting emissions reductions”...
The announcement is a key step in Trump's broader efforts to unwind environmental regulations he views as barriers to industrial development and expanded energy production.
The decision, a major reversal, could help poorer nations industrialize, cut planet-warming emissions and boost U.S. competitiveness on next-generation reactors.
Russia’s deficit is now expected to rise to $47.8 billion, or 1.7% of GDP, amid a stronger ruble, lower global oil prices and further increases in military spending.
National energy company effectively loses £2.5bn to separate body tasked with spearheading nuclear renaissance Nils Pratley: Great British Energy’s budget has been nuked Spending review 2025: key points at a glance Rachel Reeves has effectively cut £2.5bn from the government’s national energy company by sharing the £8.3bn it was promised with a separate nuclear power body set up by the Conservatives. The Labour manifesto had pledged the full amount to Great British Energy to invest in clean power projects. However, the chancellor’s spending review said the company would share this funding with a separate body tasked with spearheading Britain’s nuclear renaissance. Continue reading...
The Trump administration plans to get rid of all limits on climate-warming pollution from the nation's fossil fuel power plants. Fossil fuel interests hailed the proposal, which likely faces legal challenges from environmental groups.
LONDON - The British government said on Tuesday that it would spend as much as £14.2 billion ($19 billion) on constructing a nuclear power station, a project that is expected to create 10,000 jobs and help light up 6 million homes.
High-mileage engines need more maintenance attention, but does that mean you should use thicker oil? Before adding any, here's what you need to know.
Dan Tehan says Coalition’s position on the Paris agreement and gas reservation scheme are also up for debate • Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here The financial cost to reach net zero by 2050 may shape the Coalition’s decision on whether to retain or abandon the target, the new shadow minister, Dan Tehan, says, as he prepares to lead a heavily contested internal review of the policy. The opposition is poised for a protracted brawl over climate targets after the new Liberal leader, Sussan Ley, put all of its policies up for debate after the Coalition’s federal election defeat. Continue reading...
Visuals from the European Space Agency’s Solar Orbiter reveal chaotic solar magnetism in the solar polar region. Even better images are expected in the years ahead.
The UK could be plunged into a deep freeze with temperatures dropping as low as -30°C if climate change triggers a Gulf Stream collapse, experts have warned.
Warming world could further heighten tensions over access to Indus River waters
BRUSSELS —The world experienced its second-warmest May since records began this year, a month in which climate change fuelled a record-breaking heatwave in Greenland, scientists said on Wednesday.
The "proposals would allow fossil fuel power plants to pour more pollution into our air — putting the health, safety and well-being of all Americans at risk,” said attorney Vickie Patton.
A new analysis says climate change drove May’s record heat wave in Greenland and Iceland, prompting Greenland’s ice sheet to melt many times faster than normal. Scientists say the melt could disturb global climate and weather patterns.
"The sole purpose of these Biden-Harris administration regulations was to destroy industries that didn't align with their narrow-minded climate change zealotry," Zeldin said in a statement Wednesday.
More than 12.9 million people live within 20km of the coast, and 60% of the economy depends on coastal infrastructure and natural resources
STATEMENT: EU Business and Policy Leaders Call for Robust, Consistent and Investible EU Climate Plans darla.vanhoorn… Wed, 06/11/2025 - 06:06 Brussels (11 June 2025) — Today, World Resources Institute (WRI), We Mean Business Coalition, and Strategic Perspectives convened high-level policymakers, business leaders and experts to push for a robust 2040 emissions target and a credible 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for the EU. With key climate decisions, including the EU Environmental Council meeting (June 17) and the European Commission’s Climate Law amendment (July 2) approaching, experts underlined the mounting costs of inaction. Over the past decade, climate-related damages in the EU exceeded €145 billion , while fossil fuel imports...
It's not only Brits that sweltered through last month. Globally, May 2025 was the second-hottest May on record, scientists at the the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) reveal.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00809C, Paper Yong Li, Aoyang Zhu, Guodong Peng, Jun He, Hongqiang Li, Dedong Jia, Guanjie He, Jieshan Qiu, Xiaojun He Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have great potential to boost the sluggish iodine redox kinetics and alleviate polyiodides shuttle in aqueous zinc-iodine (Zn-I2) batteries. Nevertheless, it is a big challenge to improve... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Tuvalu, a small island nation located in the west-central Pacific, could be the first to disappear as a result of climate change.
Anti-nuclear activists waged a futile battle to prevent the station from being built, with thousands of campaigners famously occupying the site in May 1978.
The fourth day of ESA’s Living Planet Symposium was busier than ever. Today, ESA signed an agreement on integrating satellite data into global environmental reporting frameworks as part of ESA’s Fundamental Data Records Framework. A contract with the Finnish government and the Finnish Meteorological Institute was signed to establish a calibration and validation ‘supersite’. ESA and the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures paved the way to integrating satellite data into environmental reporting frameworks. And the New Space Scout missions were also in the spotlight as ESA signed a contract with ISISPACE to development of the Tango mission. Four new Scout mission concepts were also announced.
[Namibian] Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower) managing director Simson Haulofu says the N$1.6-billion 100PV Sores /Gaib Power Station project is set to recruit over 300 workers.
The tentative ceasefire between Israel and Iran is giving Thai energy regulators more time to brace for liquefied natural gas (LNG) price fluctuations, which often lead to higher electricity bills, says an energy official who requested anonymity.
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa's Group of 20 (G20) Presidency is placing climate resilience and the Just Energy Transition (JET) at the heart of its global agenda, highlighting the escalating environmental challenges facing developing nations.
Exclusive: UK Green Building Council calls for adaptation of millions of buildings and warns of flood threats to towns The UK’s schools, care homes and offices are not equipped for the effects of global heating and face lengthy heatwaves even in optimistic scenarios, according to a groundbreaking report that calls for climate resilience to be declared a national emergency. The report by the UK Green Building Council also predicts that towns including Peterborough and Fairbourne will be uninhabitable by the end of the century because of flooding. The appointment of a minister for resilience within the Cabinet Office A new legal objective to ensure all planning decisions deliver climate safety. A more ambitious future homes standard to protect against increasing climate hazards – overheating...
Proceeds from the sale of crude oil and refined products declined to $16.5 billion in April, according to Saudi data. That’s down about 21 percent year-on-year.
The Pennsylvania project could restart as early as 2027, Constellation Energy says.
Activists, climate psychologists and others in the fight against climate change have a range of ways to build resilience and help manage emotions.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01702E, Paper Xunan Wang, Chongwei Gao, Shuhua Zhang, Jiantao Li, Jiali Wang, Shengdong Lin, Sungsik Lee, Feiyu Kang, Dengyun Zhai Prussian blue analogues (PBAs) are recognized as promising cathode materials for potassium-ion batteries (PIBs), particularly the low-cost and high-energy K 2 Mn[Fe(CN) 6 ](KMnF). However, conventional solution-based synthesis inevitably introduces [Fe(CN) 6 ] 4- defects and lattice... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
For streetside sellers of artificial jewelry and for recyclers toiling under the increasingly torrid temperatures caused by climate change, innovative insurance means not all is lost when their wares are ruined or it is too hot to work. But is this a panacea or an opportunity for the authorities to ignore their responsibilities to the poorest workers of India?
Scotland’s only working nuclear power station is set to stop generating in five years’ time. Torness, which has the capacity to power over two million homes and employs more than 500 people, will shut down for good and begin its decommissioning.
SYDNEY - Nearly one-third of citizens in the Pacific island nation of Tuvalu are seeking a landmark climate visa to live in Australia as rising seas threaten their palm-fringed shores, official figures obtained by AFP show.
[The Conversation Africa] Zambia, like many African countries, is facing a crisis over clean cooking fuel. Over 80% of the population still relies on polluting fuels like charcoal and firewood. This exposes families to toxic indoor air, deepens poverty and gender inequality, drives deforestation, and adds to climate change.
US President Donald Trump hinted at potentially easing Iran oil sanctions to aid the nation's reconstruction, even while maintaining a "maximum pressure" strategy. Trump suggested China could resume Iranian oil purchases following a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran. However, the White House clarified that existing US sanctions remain in effect.
In July, California's sales tax on gasoline and the Low Carbon Fuel Standard program will take effect. That means drivers should expect to see a notable hike in prices at the pump.
Learn why a lichen found in the Mojave Desert has become key evidence in the search for extraterrestrial life.
The public is tuning out the seemingly slow warming of the world, but it doesn't have to be that way, argue Grace Liu and Rachit Dubey
Cities from Philly to Boston break the 100-degree mark, in some cases way ahead of schedule. The post Unprecedented June heat along the Northeast urban corridor, brought to you by climate change appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
[New Era] Rosh Pinah -- NamPower recently made history by breaking ground for the biggest solar power plant ever to be constructed in the country, constituting an investment of N$1.6 billion. The historic groundbreaking ceremony took place last week for the 100 MV Sores IGaib, outside the southern town of Rosh Pinah, for the solar power station.
Following an Israel-Iran ceasefire, President Trump suggested China could continue purchasing Iranian oil, though the White House clarified this wasn't an easing of US sanctions. Despite Trump's call for China to buy more US oil, analysts doubt this will significantly alter China's import patterns, given existing trade dynamics and Beijing's energy security priorities.
Trump's opposition to renewable energy could create a "golden opportunity" for Nova Scotia's fledgling offshore wind energy industry, a leading international consulting firm says.
Bill Groffy, who worked for the Colorado Oil and Gas Association, is now the Bureau of Land Management's principal deputy director.
Tracking SDG 7: The Energy Progress Report 2025 finds that almost 92% of the world’s population now has basic access to electricity. Although this is an improvement since 2022, which saw the number of people without basic access decrease for the first time in a decade, over 666 million people remain without access, indicating that the current rate is insufficient to reach universal access by 2030. Clean cooking access is progressing but below the rates of progress seen in the 2010s, as efforts remain hobbled by setbacks during the Covid-19 pandemic, following energy price shocks, and debt crises. Released today, the latest edition of the annual report that tracks progress towards Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 highlights the role of distributed renewable energy (a combination...
[Nile Post] Global leaders attending the SB62 Climate Summit in Bonn are under growing pressure to reconfigure agricultural subsidies in favour of crop production, as leading food systems advocates and UN agencies warn that current policies are driving hunger, poor diets, and environmental degradation.
Appalling footage showed the Belarus man, 31, a nuclear power plant construction worker, pick up and hurl the child on the ground of the arrivals hall of a Moscow airport.
This video includes personal musings and conclusions of the creator climate scientist Dr. Adam Levy . It is presented to our readers as an informed perspective. Please see video description for references (if any). Since President Trump took office in January 2025, he's declared war on climate change research. In this video, I speak with three expert scientists, who explain the devastation caused by Trump's attacks on climate researchers, institutions and reports. These assaults aren't just a huge deal in the USA, where they limit our ability to forecast extreme weather disasters. But they'll also affect our ability to be safe from climate extremes the world over - now and in the future. Support ClimateAdam on patreon: https://patreon.com/climateadam
Republicans in the House and Senate are struggling to agree on key parts of Trump’s tax bill, including tax cuts, immigration enforcement and climate change policies.
[IPS] Mutare, Zimbabwe -- When load shedding was introduced over the past two years, Jose Tenete Domingos Lumboa had to deal with learning disruptions worsened by the backup generators in the eastern part of Zimbabwe.
Hong Kong is considering changing the name of the illegal narcotic “space oil” to “zombie oil”, as lawmakers raised concerns that the current title could romanticise the drug’s usage. Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung on Wednesday revealed the plan to rename space oil, the main ingredient of which is the anaesthetic etomidate, after hearing feedback from the public. “Some people shared the view that the name space oil is not that good and could romanticise [its use]. We also agree...
People are disgusted by the idea of eating bugs despite their lighter planetary cost compared to traditional livestock Recent efforts to encourage people to eat insects are doomed to fail because of widespread public disgust at the idea, making it unlikely insects will help people switch from the environmentally ruinous habit of meat consumption, a new study has found. Farming and eating insects has been touted in recent years as a greener alternative to eating traditional meat due to the heavy environmental toll of raising livestock, which is a leading driver of deforestation, responsible for more than half of global water pollution, and may cause more than a third of all greenhouse gases that can be allowed if the world is to avoid disastrous climate change, the new research finds...
The campaign is targeting trustees of the SAG-Producers Pension Plan, which has assets of about $5 billion, with at least $100 million invested in fossil fuels.
Oil prices have tumbled after Israel and Iran agreed a ceasefire but analysts have highlighted concerns hostilities could resume.
When load shedding was introduced over the past two years, Jose Tenete Domingos Lumboa had to deal with learning disruptions worsened by the backup generators in the eastern part of Zimbabwe. Apart from the noise and air pollution from the diesel-powered generators, the backup system did not run the whole night. “It was disruptive,” says […]
The Vermont Green Football Club champions environmental work and draws sold-out crowds, with the help of free ice cream.
Global oil prices remain volatile amid rapid changes in the Israel-Iran war, with the crude price surge losing momentum after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between the two countries.
US President Donald Trump voiced approval for China’s oil imports from Iran, marking a notable shift from Washington’s long-standing opposition to Tehran’s crude exports hours after he claimed to broker a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. “China can now continue to purchase Oil from Iran. Hopefully, they will be purchasing plenty from the US, also. It was my Great Honor to make this happen!” Trump posted on social media on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Beijing’s top diplomat called his counterpart in...
[Shabelle] The Red Sea, a vital artery in global trade and maritime navigation, has long held strategic importance for the world's economy and security. Connecting the Mediterranean Sea through the Suez Canal to the Indian Ocean, it serves as one of the busiest and most crucial maritime corridors. Every year, billions of dollars' worth of goods, including oil, food, and manufactured products--pass through these waters, sustaining the lifelines of international commerce. Yet today, this region stands at a dangerous
Tim Carroll held several positions in the agency’s public affairs office during the Biden administration.
Dipka Bhambhani has worked in the energy world for about 20 years, including in the media as well as public affairs.
There's a simple reason why high-end EVs have failed to spark the imaginations of auto buyers. To remedy this, manufacturers need to revisit the days of the Model T.
A week ago today, we published a blog post highlighting Sabin Rebuttal #33 , which answers the question " What is the effect of hot or cold weather on EVs?" . With that blog post, this phase of our effort to turn the report " Rebutting 33 False Claims About Solar, Wind, and Electric Vehicles " into individual rebuttals was done and dusted. In this recap we summarize the happenings and provide some behind-the-scenes glimpses into the tasks needed to pull this off. The report was written by Matthew Eisenson, Jacob Elkin, Andy Fitch, Matthew Ard, Kaya Sittinger & Samuel Lavine and published by the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia Law School in 2024. Creating the rebuttals When we first spotted Sabin's report it looked...
It's something that any nervous traveller dreads during a long-haul flight. But severe turbulence is set to get even worse - with climate change to blame.
Protecting Naturally Regrowing Forests Is a Crucial — and Overlooked — Climate Solution margaret.overh… Tue, 06/24/2025 - 05:00 Protecting and restoring forests are essential for curbing climate change. But while efforts often focus on conserving mature forests and planting new trees (both of which are badly needed), a critical piece of the puzzle is often overlooked : managing naturally regrowing forests to increase the carbon they remove. Until now, scientists did not have a detailed picture of the carbon removal value of naturally regrowing forests. But new research by The Nature Conservancy, WRI and partners shows that naturally regenerating "secondary forests" (which have regrown after being cleared by harvests, severe fires, agriculture or other disturbances)...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00467E, Paper Zhuang-Chun Jian, Wenjun Shi, Yifeng Liu, Xueyan Li, Jia-Yang Li, Yan-Fang Zhu, Xu Zhu, Yongchun Li, Peng Tan, Peng-Fei Wang, Shuangqiang Chen, Shilin Zhang, Jianfeng Mao, Guangmin Zhou, Xiao-Dong Guo, Jiazhao Wang, Shi Xue Dou, Yao Xiao Triggering anionic redox reactions (ARR) offers a powerful route to enhance the energy density of low-cost manganese-based layered oxides for rechargeable sodium-ion batteries (SIBs). However, the ARR process often results... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Analysts said further strikes between the countries could send oil prices soaring and affect U.S. consumers at the pump.
The project would entail constructing a new pipeline connecting the Illinois oil hubs of Wood River and Patoka.
The proposal for a Saudi Aramco oil company staffer to become author of key science report is denounced as “political capture.”
The prospect of handing control of the energy company to overseas buyers has raised a series of concerns. But many of them are nebulous Amid the multifarious chaos of the past week, many of us might have missed the controversy over the proposed purchase of the energy business Santos by an overseas consortium. But the proposal is likely to create big problems for Australian governments and its resolution will reveal a lot about how Australian policymakers view energy and climate policy. Santos is one of the largest and oldest Australian producers of oil and gas, second only to Woodside Energy (its name is an acronym of South Australia and Northern Territory Oil Search). The core of its operation is the Moomba gas field in the Cooper Basin, in the north-east corner of South Australia. The...
[Premium Times] Jihadist groups and militarised counter-terrorism responses have weakened traditional approaches to resolving climate disputes.
[The Conversation Africa] South Africa has many factories, warehouses, schools and hospitals - big buildings with large rooftop spaces. In such a sunny country, these flat surfaces would be perfect for large photovoltaic solar systems that could generate enough renewable energy to supply themselves, and feed into the national grid. This would reduce the amount of coal that South Africa's national electricity provider would need to burn. Renewable energy engineer and PhD candidate Mamahloko Senatla-Jaane was part of a team who
Mosquitoes are the deadliest animal on the planet, and some of them may be on the rise. At least in listener Abigail Krich-Starr's area, that's due to warmer, wetter weather — which, yes, is linked to climate change. But it doesn't stop there: Ecologists and entomologists say increased heat could also alter mosquito behavior, shift their natural habitat, and even change how pathogens incubate and spread inside their bodies. So how do you protect yourself against the (mosquito) masses? Our experts suggested several things: - Assess your risk by checking local mosquito surveillance efforts, like this one for the state of Massachusetts - Consider rescheduling outdoor events happening between dusk and dawn, which is peak biting time for multiple mosquito species - Wear long-sleeved shirts and...
Generators often go through long spells without being used, but you still need to stay on top of maintenance. How often should the oil be changed?
The City of Sydney council has banned gas appliances for all new homes and businesses built from January 2026.
Crude oil prices dropped by 7% on hopes that the conflict would not immediately disrupt region’s oil supplies Oil prices dropped sharply after Iran’s retaliatory missile strike on a US airbase reduced concern that the country was poised to strain energy markets by closing off a vital trade route. Crude oil prices sank by 7% on Monday, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures dropping to $68.51, as the Iranian action on the Al Udeid base in Qatar raised hopes that the conflict would not immediately disrupt oil supplies from the region. Continue reading...
Following US military strikes on Iran, tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global energy supplies, as evidenced by supertankers rerouting near the Strait of Hormuz. This critical chokepoint, responsible for a significant portion of oil and gas shipments, faces potential closure threats, causing oil prices to surge and prompting shippers to adopt cautious strategies amid escalating geopolitical risks.
Diddy had a stockpile of lingerie, baby oil and Astroglide, images shown in court Monday revealed. An image also appeared to show Diddy getting a massage by a female masseuse.
[Leadership] As the war between the State of Israel and the Islamic Republic of Iran enters its tenth day, experts on global affairs have warned that further escalation of the conflict has the potential of disrupting trade routes, affect oil prices and disturb world peace as more alliances are beginning to manifest with a threat of a looming "Third World" War.
Washington's strikes on Iran stoked fears that Iran could retaliate by closing the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway between Iran and Oman through which around 20 per cent of the oil and gas consumed globally flows.
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If Iran moves to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, oil and gas prices could spike, but analysts see that scenario as unlikely for now.
Government announces plan to cut firms’ electricity bills as part of launch of its industrial strategy UK industrial strategy: the key points Business live – latest updates Rachel Reeves has called for de-escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, warning that rising global oil prices could hit the UK economy as she announced Labour’s long-awaited industrial strategy . Launching the policy package at an engineering business in Nuneaton alongside Keir Starmer and the business secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, Reeves acknowledged the potential impact on companies of the conflict. Continue reading...
[ISS] Jihadist groups and militarised counter-terrorism responses have weakened traditional approaches to resolving climate disputes.
The president on Monday ordered his Energy Department to “DRILL, BABY, DRILL!!!”
Today, at the Living Planet Symposium, ESA revealed the first stunning images from its groundbreaking Biomass satellite mission – marking a major leap forward in our ability to understand how Earth’s forests are changing and exactly how they contribute to the global carbon cycle. But these inaugural glimpses go beyond forests. Remarkably, the satellite is already showing potential to unlock new insights into some of Earth’s most extreme environments.
Iran-Israel war: Amidst rising tensions, concerns escalate over potential disruptions to global oil supply via the Strait of Hormuz. While a prolonged blockade remains unlikely, even brief closures could trigger significant price surges and economic instability. Iran's strategic position offers various retaliatory options, yet faces constraints including potential counterstrikes and disapproval from key allies like China.
Minority leaders on Reykjavík City Council have expressed serious doubts about Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir’s recent proposal to impose a resource tax on the use of natural resources for home heating and electricity. The idea was introduced at a public meeting in Ísafjörður last week.
New York is planning to build the first major new US nuclear power plant in more than 15 years, Gov. Kathy Hochul said — and it will have enough output to power 1 million homes.
Climate-friendly tariffs would penalize countries that undercut U.S. companies with dirtier production.
Hong Kong’s leader has called for more cooperation with European businesses on the Northern Metropolis, a key initiative aimed at driving future growth and sustainability for the city, a day after a top Beijing official urged expediting the megaproject. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said during his opening remarks at the sustainability event Greenway 2025 on Monday that Hong Kong and the EU could work together to find new solutions to climate change. “I look forward to the expertise and...
The prospect of higher energy prices may also delay the next Reserve Bank rate cut to until August instead of July, economists say Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australian motorists could be paying $2 a litre for petrol in coming weeks, after US military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities triggered a lift in oil prices on Monday. As the IMF warned that turmoil in international energy markets posed a threat to global growth, analysts said higher fuel and power costs would be another blow to households still struggling with the high cost of living. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
[Leigh Day] The High Court has ruled that Shell plc and its former Nigerian subsidiary can be held legally responsible for legacy, or historic, oil pollution which has devastated the environments of two communities in Nigeria. The judgement means that Shell, and its former Nigerian subsidiary, can be held liable for oil spills and leaks going back many years.
Some big programs on the chopping block in Congress could keep American energy producers competitive globally.
The International Energy Agency said efforts to reduce leaks and flaring would be key to lowering carbon pollution from superchilled natural gas.
The agency declined to consider the economic cost of increasing planet-warming pollution in its proposed repeal of power plant rules.
Researchers found that the trees’ collective ability to remove carbon through photosynthesis can’t stand up to the potential emissions from the fossil fuel reserves of the 200 largest oil, gas and coal fuel companies.
[IPS] Bonn -- In recent years, there has been growing evidence of how climate change is impacting human health in several ways.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Oceans, Volume 130, Issue 6, June 2025.
If you're interested in solar power, you might be wondering what a single 400W panel can do. The answer is surprising. We break it down for you.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned Israel of punishment. India's oil minister assured supply security despite Strait of Hormuz threats. India-US trade deal faces hurdles over GM food concerns. Jagan Mohan Reddy is booked after a party activist died. Rishabh Pant may face ICC action after a ball change dispute during the India-England match. These are the top stories.
Iran has vowed to respond, claiming its enriched uranium wasn’t destroyed.
Move could cause a global recession and comes in response to the US strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites Middle East crisis – latest updates Iran’s parliament has voted to shut down the vital Hormuz shipping channel in retaliation against Donald Trump’s attack on the country, prompting fears of a sharp spike in oil prices that could cause a global recession. A barrel of Brent crude was selling for about $77 on Friday, having risen by more than 10% since mid-June when Israel’s attack on Iranian nuclear sites prompted missile strikes from Tehran against Tel Aviv. Continue reading...
After the recent heat, Sunday feels very different - and there is unsettled weather ahead.
Tackling inflation from companies raising prices during cost shocks requires more than adjusting interest rates The heatwave that gripped much of the UK this week was the latest sweltering reminder that the climate emergency is already making daily life more volatile. Many of the places most brutally exposed to out-of-kilter weather patterns and natural disasters are in the global south, and rightly demand solidarity from the wealthier countries responsible for most historical emissions. But the costs of the emergency are being felt everywhere. Continue reading...
Iran’s parliament has voted to close the Strait of Hormuz, the vital shipping channel through which around 20% of the world’s daily oil flows.
Dalhousie University researchers analyzed data collected over more than half a century to assess how two types of phytoplankton are responding to climate change.
Following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, concerns are rising about potential regional contamination. While the IAEA hasn't detected increased radiation, experts warn of the dangers from released toxic chemicals like uranium hexafluoride. Attacks on enrichment sites pose chemical risks, but a strike on the Bushehr nuclear power plant could trigger a catastrophic radiological disaster.
India is looking to reduce its reliance on China for rare earth minerals with a Rs 3,500-Rs 5,000 crore scheme to boost domestic production. This initiative comes as China's export restrictions on rare earths have raised concerns in the Indian automotive and renewable energy sectors.
Other countries have approved a wider range of UV-filtering ingredients, which allow for more advanced sunscreens Many dermatologists and experts say US sunscreens are still not as effective as many available overseas when it comes to protecting against ultraviolet radiation linked to skin cancer and premature ageing – despite years of research. The concern comes as a brutal heatwave, with a suffocating “ heat dome ”, is arriving for more than 200 million people across vast swaths of the US this weekend, bringing extreme heat and humidity . Studies have shown that the global climate crisis is making heatwaves more severe , frequent and long lasting. Continue reading...
A new report reveals massive backtracking on climate pledges.
The International Energy Agency estimates that 70 percent of the fossil fuel sector’s methane emissions could be cut with existing technologies—many of which would save polluters money.
The nation's largest city has an ambitious plan to reduce emissions. The next mayor could make or break its success.
Apollo, a U.S. asset management group, plans to provide a $6 billion loan to the British nuclear project Hinkley Point C being built by a French multinational electric utility company.
Cuts, chaos, and climate change are converging to leave Americans more vulnerable to disaster than they were in 2005. The post FEMA is unprepared for the next Hurricane Katrina, disaster experts warn appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
The feat has significant applications for military purposes and space-based solar power.
Fossil fuel companies can challenge California setting stricter emissions standards for cars, the U.S Supreme Court ruled Friday.
It might seem sensible to oil your DeWalt cordless nail gun, but as one viral TikTok video shows, this isn't a great idea. And there's a particular reason why.
Court votes to back challenge to state waiver that allows it to set tougher car emission standards than federal limits Fossil fuel companies are able to challenge California’s ability to set stricter standards reducing the amount of polluting coming from cars, the US supreme court has ruled in a case that is set to unravel one of the key tools used to curb planet-heating emissions in recent years. The conservative-dominated supreme court voted by seven to two to back a challenge by oil and gas companies, along with 17 Republican-led states, to a waiver that California has received periodically from the federal government since 1967 that allows it to set tougher standards than national rules limiting pollution from cars. The state has separately stipulated that only zero-emission cars will...
Residents of Bille and Ogale in Niger delta are suing Shell and subsidiary, but company denies liability Residents of two Nigerian communities who are taking legal action against Shell over oil pollution are set to take their cases to trial at the high court in 2027. Members of the Bille and Ogale communities in the Niger delta, which have a combined population of about 50,000, are suing Shell and a Nigerian-based subsidiary of the company, the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria, which is now the Renaissance Africa Energy Company. Continue reading...
[Oxfam] A majority of people believe governments must tax oil, gas and coal corporations for climate-related loss and damage, and that their government is not doing enough to counter the influence on politics of the super-rich and polluting industries. These are the key findings of a global survey, which reflects broad consensus across political affiliations, income levels and age groups.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE02217G, Paper Shengyu Tao, Ruohan Guo, Jaewoong Lee, Scott Moura, Lluc Canals Casals, Shida Jiang, Junzhe Shi, Stephen J Harris, Tongda Zhang, Chi-Yung Chung, Guangmin Zhou, Jinpeng Tian, Xuan Zhang The reuse of second-life lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) retired from electric vehicles is critical for energy storage in underdeveloped regions, where power infrastructures is weak or absent. However, estimating the relative... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
In recent years, there has been growing evidence of how climate change is impacting human health in several ways. The Lancet Countdown has been producing ‘eye-popping’ reports, highlighting how climate change is breaching health thresholds across multiple indicators—heat, disease vectors, food security, air quality, and socioeconomic stability. With record-breaking heat threats exposing individuals to dangerous […]
Heatwave and an invitation to name storms created record-breaking opportunities to indulge nation’s favourite pastime The best descriptions of summer heat, in my view, come from Carson McCullers’s The Member of the Wedding, a novel in which, “the world seemed to die each afternoon and nothing moved any longer … like a silent crazy jungle under glass.” Or Muriel Spark, in her short story The Seraph and the Zambezi, set in southern Africa in 1946, where “the heat distorted every word” and sound, writes Spark, “reached my ears a fraction behind time”. Of a bunch of white settlers enjoying pink gins on the terrace, she writes, “the glasses made a tinkle that was not of the substance of glass, but of bottles wrapped in tissue paper. Sometimes, for a moment, a shriek or a cackle would hang torpidly...
The hosts of the most recent UN climate talks are worried international lenders are retreating from their commitments to help boost funding for developing countries' response to global warming.
France is sweating under the first heatwave of what forecasters predict will be a long, hot summer – and climate change means we’ll see more of them in the years and decades to come
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01457C, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence. Xiang Ao, Linfeng Li, Yong Ding, Gyutae Nam, Bote Zhao, Chundong Wang, Meilin Liu The development of robust and electrocatalytically active catalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) remains a significant challenge in advancing electrochemical energy technologies. Here, we report a Fe-Cu dual-metal catalyst... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
In-house attorneys say it was illegal for Attorney General Rob Bonta (D) to hire an outside firm to oversee the high-profile case against the oil industry.
Galena, a sprawling village of 400 people along the Yukon River, is shifting to clean energy to reduce its reliance on expensive, imported diesel.
Executives from major pipeline builders ATCO and TC Energy were present at a sit-down with the Mexican president at this week’s Group of Seven summit.
High temperatures likely to cause deaths and will worsen in future as global heating intensifies, scientists warn The dangerous 32C heat that will be endured by people in the south-east of England on Saturday will have been made 100 times more likely by the climate crisis, scientists have calculated. Global heating, caused by the burning of fossil fuels, is making every heatwave more likely and more intense. The 32C (89.6F) day forecast on Saturday would have been expected only once every 2,500 years without the climate crisis, the researchers said, and June heatwaves are now about 2-4C (3.6-7.2F) hotter than in the past. Continue reading...
Inactive and abandoned oil and gas wells in Canada are a much bigger climate problem than previously thought, emitting seven times more methane than the official estimates, according to a new study from researchers at McGill University.
Federal prosecutors released a trove of new pictures in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial that show deadly AR-15 style riffles and mounds of lubricant and baby oil.
School leaders call for action on adaptation measures as DfE research warns of potential impact of climate crisis Children in England face prolonged “lost learning” caused by extreme heat and flooding at school, according to research on the potential impact of the climate crisis on education. School leaders and teachers said the scenarios published by the Department for Education made for grim reading and urged ministers to move quickly to improve school resilience. Continue reading...
Michael Shanks says guidance brings ‘clarity’ to approval process as analysis finds UK will be almost fully dependent on foreign gas by 2050 even if sites get green light Ministers have opened the door to approving drilling at two controversial North Sea oilfields, as new guidance on how energy firms should account for future emissions was released. Michael Shanks, the energy security minister, said on Thursday the guidance would “offer clarity on the way forward for the North Sea oil and gas industry”, after a supreme court ruling in 2024 that blocked drilling. Continue reading...
Open access notables Human influence on climate detectable in the late 19th century , Santer et al., Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences When could scientists have first known that fossil fuel burning was significantly altering global climate? We attempt to answer this question by performing a thought experiment with model simulations of historical climate change. We assume that the capability to monitor global-scale changes in atmospheric temperature existed as early as 1860 and that the instruments available in this hypothetical world had the same accuracy as today’s satellite-borne microwave radiometers. We then apply a pattern-based “fingerprint” method to disentangle human and natural effects on climate. A human-caused stratospheric...
[Ethiopian Herald] Despite contributing a mere 4 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, the African continent faces some of the most severe consequences of climate change.
It would take more than 9.5 million square miles of trees to offset the emissions of the world's 200 largest fossil fuel companies, according to new research.
The government has issued new guidance that will allow applications to be resubmitted for the Rosebank oil field and Jackdaw gas field.
This guidance will determine whether production can go ahead in the controversial Scottish fields, Rosebank and Jackdaw.
[Daily Maverick] As South Africa reels from another deadly flood, this time in the Eastern Cape, we take a look at the bigger picture of the nation's vulnerability. Floods are the country's most common weather disaster, with intense cut-off low weather systems, probably amplified by climate change, repeatedly causing devastation.
Robert Bullard calls for climate action that repairs past harms and uplifts neglected communities. The post Climate justice advocates fight for fairness in the face of climate change appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
If there's one thing the Brits take seriously, it's their gin and tonic. But the subtle fusion of flavours is at risk, experts have warned - with climate change to blame.
Blockage of strait of Hormuz, through which about 25% of world’s oil passes, could shock energy market, says Wael Sawan • Business live – latest updates An escalation in the Middle East conflict could have a “huge impact on global trade”, the boss of the oil company Shell has warned, as Donald Trump suggested the US could enter the air war between Israel and Iran. Shell, one of the biggest traders of oil and natural gas in the world, said it had contingency plans in case the conflict disrupted flows from the region. There is a risk that a blockage in the strait of Hormuz could shock the energy market. Continue reading...
Study from Nasa and Australian universities shows cloud coverage at the poles has shrunk over past 24 years, but mystery of 2023 global temperature spike remains Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Scientists have detected a shrinking in the areas of the planet’s clouds that help reflect the sun’s energy back into space which is amplifying the buildup of extra heat on the planet caused by the climate crisis. The results of the research could be a major clue to the cause of a pronounced spike in global temperatures in 2023 and 2024 that broke records and both baffled and shocked scientists. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
[ISS] In the wake of America's climate commitment reversals, Africa must make the most of its solid partnerships with Europe and China.
Key climate indicators are in uncharted territory; 'all moving in the wrong direction'.
Narendra Modi and Mark Carney met to improve India-Canada relations. They agreed to bring back high commissioners soon. Trade talks that stopped will start again. Both leaders want to fix things and build trust. They talked about security and economic growth. Discussions also covered climate change and technology.
Time is running out to curb climate change, scientists have warned in a major new report. With the remaining carbon budget only expected to last three years.
From carbon pollution to sea-level rise to global heating, the pace and level of key climate change indicators are all in uncharted territory, more than 60 top scientists warned Thursday.
Even if agricultural practices adapt in response to higher temperatures, five of the world's six main staple crops will suffer severe losses due to climate change
Production of staple crops projected to fall by as much as 120 calories per person per day for every 1C of heating Some of our critical staple crops could suffer “substantial” production losses due to climate breakdown, a study has found, even if farmers adapt to worsening weather. Maize, soy, rice, wheat, cassava and sorghum yields are projected to fall by as much as 120 calories per person per day for every 1C the planet heats up, according to new research in Nature, with average daily losses that could add up to the equivalent of not having breakfast. Continue reading...
The Trump Department of Energy brought back the advisory panel, which was shuttered by former President Joe Biden.
With climate policies under siege by the Trump, young climate activists are intensifying their campaign The youth activists who put the Green New Deal on the political map are launching a new campaign to “villainize big oil” which will push for the industry to pay for climate action so the costs don’t fall on ordinary people. Seven years ago, the Sunrise Movement captured headlines when its members stormed then incoming House speaker Nancy Pelosi ’s office, demanding the rapid phase-out of fossil fuels and creation of good jobs. Continue reading...
Climate change is on track to reduce by 11 percent in 2100 the yields that today provide two-thirds of humanity's calories from crops, even taking into account adaptation to a warming world, scientists said Wednesday.
The Senate version of President Donald Trump’s tax-cutting bill slashes green energy tax credits but contains generous subsidies for petroleum companies that use captured carbon dioxide in oil production.
An early version of the 2040 climate target aligns with a German proposal on limiting CO2 offsets, officials familiar with discussions say.
EU foreign policy chief says Russia is a direct threat to Europe and has plan for long term aggression The European Commission has insisted there will be no return to Russian gas , as it published plans to phase out fossil fuel imports from its eastern neighbour by 2028. The EU energy commissioner, Dan Jørgensen , said a proposed ban on Russian gas imports would remain, irrespective of whether there was peace in Ukraine . Continue reading...
A US complaint against oil and gas giants including BP and Shell claims they fueled the extreme heat that killed a woman in Seattle. Can the first death by 'climate disaster' claim succeed?
London CNN — The European Union is moving closer to banning all imports of Russian oil and natural gas more than three years after Moscow launched its unprovoked, full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The European Commission, the bloc’s executive arm, put forward a legislative proposal Tuesday to gradually ban purchases of Russian natural gas – whether … The post Europe takes a big step toward banning Russian oil and gas as Ukraine war drags on appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The agency predicts the nation’s demand — which has dominated world growth this century — will top out in 2027 and worldwide oil use two years after that.
The country is the world’s biggest exporter of coal, which is central to its economy, generating tax revenues and jobs.
[The Conversation Africa] The world's most developed economies have also burnt the most oil and coal (fossil fuels) over the years, causing the most climate change damage. Preventing further climate change means a global fossil fuel phase-out must happen by 2050. Climate change mitigation scientists Sven Teske and Saori Miyake analysed the potential for renewable energy in each of the G20 countries. They concluded that the G20 is in a position to generate enough renewable energy to supply the world. For African countries to
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01490E, Paper Jihoon Oh, Joseph Frank, Randolph Leising, Heejin Kim, Jisub Kim, Minkwan Kim, Jang Wook Choi Metallic lithium (Li) anodes represent a tantalizing frontier in high-capacity battery design, yet their potential has long been undermined by catastrophic dendrite formation. Here, we exploit the extremely high interfacial... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Climate change will benefit basking sharks in the UK but creatures like the longest living animal may struggle.
China leads the world in converting decommissioned coal-mining sites into solar power projects, a trend that promises to advance the clean energy transition while potentially reducing a surplus of solar panels produced by struggling Chinese manufacturers, according to Global Energy Monitor (GEM). Conversion of surface-mined lands into solar-generation projects had surged in 15 countries, particularly over the past couple of years, the non-governmental organisation said in a report on...
Gas companies can be sent multimillion pound fees to generate electricity when wind and solar power is in short supply More UK gas plants will be in line for windfall payments to help keep the lights on this winter after generators received multimillion-pound payouts last winter. Britain’s energy system operator expects the UK’s winter power supplies to reach their highest level in five years, in part due to a rising number of gas plants willing to generate electricity during the colder months. Continue reading...
Solar panels on defunct surface mines could put land to productive use for renewable generation, report says Turning recently closed coalmines into solar energy plants could add almost 300GW of renewable energy by 2030, converting derelict wastelands to productive use, according to a new report. In a first of its kind analysis, researchers from Global Energy Monitor (GEM) identified 312 surface coalmines closed since 2020 around the world, and 134 likely to close by the end of the decade, together covering 5,820 sq km (2,250 sq miles) – a land area nearly the size of Palestine. Continue reading...
Injecting aerosols into the atmosphere – but at higher altitudes than planes can reach – could cool the climate while avoiding some of the downsides of lower-altitude solar geoengineering
With consent given to a new powerline and a public inquiry into a new wind farm, Skye's locals are at center of energy debate
EU Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday said surging energy prices have reduced the urgency to slash the price cap on Russia's global oil exports.
Body unveils plans to ban all gas imports from Russia by January 2028 – but faces backlash from Hungary, Slovakia and Austria The European Commission has insisted there will be no return to Russian gas, as it published plans to phase out fossil fuel imports from its eastern neighbour by 2028. The EU energy commissioner, Dan Jørgensen, said a proposed ban on Russian gas imports would remain, irrespective of whether there was peace in Ukraine. Continue reading...
Scientists say that climate change has tripled the frequency of planetary waves linked to extreme summer weather. In the 1950s, there was one extreme weather event a year. Now, the Earth is experiencing three every summer.
"In addition they will also be helping the planet by reducing their carbon footprint. With today’s renewables you can do it all.”
Brazil sold exploration rights to 19 oil and gas blocks near the mouth of the Amazon river Tuesday, at the start of an auction slammed by environmentalists months before the country is to host the COP30 climate summit.
[FrontPageAfrica] As Liberia prepares for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, a vital United Nations-led global summit focused on mobilizing resources to fund sustainable development, later this year, civil society leaders has mounted a bold challenge to the status quo -- demanding transparency, tax justice, and climate-conscious reforms from government as foreign aid is slashed and public debt has reached concerning levels.
[IPS] Nice, France -- With less than six harvest seasons left to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the urgency to find transformative solutions to end hunger, protect the oceans, and build climate resilience dominated the ninth panel session at the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France.
Global oil demand will fall slightly in 2030, its first drop since the 2020 Covid pandemic, the International Energy Agency said Tuesday.
A new book traces the environmental collapse of a crucial ecosystem and how its return could fight climate change.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE90060C, Editorial We would like to take this opportunity to highlight the Outstanding Reviewers for Energy & Environmental Science in 2024, as selected by the editorial team for their significant contribution to the journal. 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
Two-thirds of the biggest 65 banks increased financing by $162bn from 2023 to 2024, walking back climate promises The world’s largest banks boosted the amount of financing given to fossil fuel companies last year, committing $869bn to those involved in coal, oil and gas despite the worsening climate crisis and the banks’ own, fraying, environmental commitments, a new report has found. The report , compiled by a coalition of eight green groups, shows that while the amount loaned by big banks to fossil fuel firms had been declining in 2021, last year saw an abrupt reversal. Two-thirds of the world’s largest 65 banks increased their fossil fuel financing by $162bn from 2023 to 2024. Continue reading...
Chinese climate scientists have paid tribute to a “pure, passionate” scholar after the sudden death of atmospheric physicist Wen Xinyu at just 45 years of age. The associate professor with the department of atmospheric and oceanic sciences at Peking University’s school of physics died on June 14 after suffering a heart attack, according to the obituary published by his home institute. The obituary paid tribute to Wen’s important contributions to the field of climate change and his great efforts...
Board expresses support for offer but deal depends on regulatory approvals and treasurer’s tick-off Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Jim Chalmers may need to make a “captain’s call” on whether to approve the takeover of the Australian oil and gas giant Santos by the investment arm of an Abu Dhabi state-owned entity, according to analysts, amid questions about whether the proposal will boost domestic supplies. The board of the Adelaide-headquartered oil and gas company has expressed support for the $30bn bid that, if successful, would place a series of strategic assets into foreign-owned hands. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE02593A, Paper Hai Xu, Ruanye Zhang, Derong Luo, Kangsheng Huang, Jiuqing Wang, Gengzhi Sun, Hui Dou, Xiaogang Zhang The shuttle effect of polyiodides and aggregation of solid iodine on the cathode surface in aqueous Zn-iodine batteries are considered as the main issues for unsatisfactory cycling stability and slow... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
The shortfall - equivalent to a third of the country's daily use - is being blamed on climate change , population growth and more demand from businesses.
Oil prices rallied Tuesday after Donald Trump urged Tehran residents to evacuate, stoking fresh fears of all-out war as Israel and Iran continued to pound each other with missiles.
India's robust economic growth faces threats from escalating tensions in West Asia, particularly the Iran-Israel conflict, which could spike oil prices and disrupt trade routes. While India possesses sufficient energy reserves, potential disruptions could elevate inflation and shipping expenses. Government officials are closely monitoring the situation, confident that India's strong macroeconomic indicators will help it weather the crisis.
Tensions escalate as Iran and Israel engage in direct warfare, marking a dangerous new phase after Israel's strikes on Iranian infrastructure. Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Israeli cities, resulting in casualties and widespread damage. The conflict threatens to destabilize the Middle East, disrupt global oil markets, and derail nuclear diplomacy.
Recent Climate Setbacks Will Not Derail the Green Transition shannon.paton@… Mon, 06/16/2025 - 12:31 At a moment when all countries need to raise their ambition on climate action, the opposite seems to be happening. Headline after headline show lackluster progress and rolled-back commitments. For one, climate change was a low priority for voters in 2024’s global wave of elections; only the UK elected a government that ran on a platform of climate ambition. Overseas development aid is decreasing — down an estimated 9-17% in 2025 — due to budget cuts in Europe and the dramatic dismantling of USAID . Scientists warn that we need to reduce emissions 7% every year to avoid the worst climate impacts, but in 2024, emissions actually increased by 0.9% . And finally...
[Ethiopian Herald] CENTRAL ETHIOPIA- The Ministry of Tourism has emphasized the critical role of Gibe Sheleko National Park in environmental conservation and climate change mitigation, in alignment with Ethiopia's broader commitment to sustainable development and tourism growth.
This is a re-post from Yale Climate Connections President Donald Trump has promised to reduce gas prices , improve energy security , create domestic manufacturing jobs , boost the economy, and ensure that Americans breathe the cleanest air . But by gutting the Inflation Reduction Act , or IRA, Congress’ big new budget bill would undermine all of these objectives – and more. House Republicans’ top two priorities are to extend the soon-to-expire tax cuts that they passed in 2017, and to minimize the amount that doing so will add to the nation’s over $36 trillion in debt . The massive budget bill they narrowly passed in May is their effort to achieve both. The Congressional Budget Office estimated that the House...
Anthony Albanese's plan to force Australians to drive an electric car won't only push up prices. Here's who is also likely to get hurt.
From the high Himalayas down to sea level, climate change is no longer a distant threat for children in Nepal and the Maldives – it is a daily struggle: landslides tear through mountain villages washing away homes and farms, while rising seas surge over island shorelines, threatening to swallow entire communities.
The seven-story apartment building is now powered by geothermal and solar energy. The post Low-income housing for seniors gets a climate-friendly renovation in central New York appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
[Leadership] As Nigeria and other African countries increasingly announce plans to embrace nuclear power in their energy mix, a coalition of civil society organisations from Africa, Europe, and Russia has released a scathing new report labelling the continent's nuclear ambitions a 'false climate solution.'
In an escalatory move, Iran and Israel ordered citizens living nuclear facilities to immediately evacuate. The Israeli army issued an urgent warning to Iranian citizens, calling on them to evacuate areas near nuclear and weapons facilities across Iran immediately. Tehran responded with another warning to anyone “present” in weapons factories or near oil refineries, nuclear … The post Israel and Iran order citizens living near nuclear facilities to evacuate appeared first on Egypt Independent.
War between Israel and Iran is adding to a “polycrisis” of threats to global energy security, the chief of Malaysian oil major Petronas has warned, as tariffs and geopolitical turmoil drive up prices. Global oil prices have surged since Friday when Israel launched strikes inside Iran, which retaliated with missiles and drones and has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz – through which a fifth of the world’s oil supply flows. Malaysian state oil company Petronas has already reacted to the...
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news UK drivers could soon feel the impact of escalating tensions in the Middle East at the petrol station. Brent crude oil has risen from below $64/barrel at the end of last month to around $74.50 this morning, which typically leads to higher fuel prices. “Just as tensions and uncertainty around global trade and tariffs seemed to be easing with a deal between the US and China on tariffs, the Israel/Iran escalation represents a new source of geopolitical tension. The main way this will impact UK businesses and the economy is through higher oil and natural gas prices. Indeed, oil prices have risen by about $10 per barrel (pb) in the last week. The most immediate impact will be on prices at the pump. A $10pb rise in oil prices will probably...
Nuclear, one of the few electricity generation technologies with bipartisan backing, has gained traction in statehouses from Phoenix to Austin to Indianapolis.
Through budget cuts and layoffs, the administration has begun to cripple the government's ability to research global warming.
A loophole-free 2040 emissions-reduction goal has little support, a POLITICO survey of 27 ministries shows.
The defence minister is acting prime minister during Albanese’s trip to the G7 summit. Follow today’s news live Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, praised Australian firefighters who assisted the country during recent wildfires. At the opening of a face-to-face meeting with Australia’s prime minister, Anthony Albanese , in Calgary in the past few minutes, Carney thanked emergency crews who travelled to help out during the blazes in British Columbia and in northern parts of Alberta. Carney said: Australia has been very helpful to Canada through the years, and most recently, with the terrible wildfires that have been raging across our northern prairies. Once again, as Australians always do, and you always do, have stepped up. We know that climate change is meaning that those seasons...
Oil prices jumped in early Asian trade on Monday after Israel and Iran launched fresh attacks on Sunday, heightening fears that escalating battle could trigger a broader regional conflict and widely disrupt oil exports from the Middle East.
Engine oil is an absolutely crucial item for any car, regardless if it's diesel or gasoline. Is it normal for the oil in diesel engines to turn black?
MOSCOW - Russian forces carried out an overnight strike on the Kremenchuk oil refinery that supplies fuel to Ukrainian forces in the Donbas region, Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday.
Hong Kong police have arrested a 15-year-old after her father reported she was smoking an e-cigarette containing "space oil" at home with her classmate, who is wanted by the force, the Post has learned.
New James Webb Space Telescope data reveal Pluto's high-altitude haze is a key driver of the climate on the dwarf planet, offering clues to Earth's ancient atmosphere.
"What we are seeing is compelling evidence that the climate crisis is not just an environmental emergency, it is potentially a neurological one."
Iran said a major oil depot was set ablaze after an Israeli attack. At least seven people were killed in Israel, Israeli officials said.
Vienna has a way to make affordable housing and combat climate change all at the same time. Now U.S. cities want in, and they're building their own green housing.
Following Israel's strike on Iran's nuclear facility, tensions have escalated dramatically. Israel launched a major counteroffensive targeting Tehran's defense and energy infrastructure, prompting retaliatory missile strikes from Iran that resulted in casualties in northern Israel. The conflict has led to the cancellation of nuclear negotiations and raised global concerns about a wider regional war, with calls for de-escalation.
Smoke and flames filled the sky over Tehran as Israel struck oil and gas facilities in the Iranian capital and targeted more nuclear facilities during attacks that carried on into Sunday morning.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized the Congress party for allegedly allowing Pakistan to become a nuclear power, claiming it now uses "nuclear blackmail." Sarma stated that India had the chance to eliminate Pakistan's nuclear threat in the 1980s, with support from the military and intelligence, but Indira Gandhi hesitated.
Wondering if rotary engines need oil changes? Learn how their lubrication works and why regular oil maintenance is still essential.
The smallest electric cargo bike is back, and it’s safer than ever.
Analysts warn that targeting Iran's oil production and export facilities could drive prices to $80-$100 per barrel, leading to historic pump price increases in import-dependent nations like Turkey and Spain.
Australians in southern states are shivering through a cold start to winter. Here are the most carbon (and wallet) friendly ways to heat your home 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 For many Australians the onset of winter has often meant piling on extra layers at home, waking up breathing a mist of condensation and keeping blankets and doonas handy on the couch as the winter chill bites. Either that or racking up massive winter energy bills powering inefficient appliances in uninsulated homes. But according to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), the first...
Following the recent surge in global crude prices due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has assured that India possesses sufficient energy reserves for the upcoming months. He highlighted India's diversified energy sourcing strategy, ensuring affordability and sustainability.
Another motion on agenda at party’s state conference calls for withdrawal from Paris agreement Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The New South Wales Nationals have passed a motion at their state conference in Coffs Harbour that calls on the party to “reinstate our full support of the use of coal in power generation”, keep coal power stations open and explore building new high efficiency, low emissions coal fired power stations in the future. The motion was proposed by the Orange branch and the Northern Tablelands state electorate council and was carried easily on Friday. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
Kemi Badenoch vowed to 'stand up' for the Scottish oil and gas industry - saying it might not exist in a few years unless the levy is removed.
The Conservative leader said the windfall tax on the oil and gas sector should end and new drilling licenses are needed.
Oil and gold prices jumped Friday as stocks fell in response to Israeli airstrikes on Iran Thursday night.
[UCT] The University of Cape Town (UCT), through the African Climate and Development Initiative (ACDI), participated in the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit on 5 June. This global 24-hour event brought together institutions from across the world to address the intersection of climate change and human rights.
Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research suggests a positive outlook for the Indian stock market on June 13, 2025, highlighting Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy, and Prince Pipes and Fittings as top stock picks. Nifty is expected to find support around 24,600-24,700, potentially reaching 25,300-25,500, while Bank Nifty aims for 57,000-57,700, supported by positive market internals.
German cities are ill-prepared for coming heat waves, Foreign Minister warns Iran to renounce plans for Nuclear weapons just hours before Israel attacks, the state of Schleswig-Holstein rejects Microsoft and more news on Friday, June 13th.
Sale covering 56,000 square miles set to go ahead despite opposition from Indigenous and environmental groups The Brazilian government is preparing to stage an oil exploration auction months before it hosts the Cop30 UN climate summit, despite opposition from environmental campaigners and Indigenous communities worried about the environmental and climate impacts of the plans. Brazil’s oil sector regulator, ANP, will auction the exploration rights to 172 oil and gas blocks spanning 56,000 square miles (146,000 sq km), an area more than twice the size of Scotland, most of it offshore. Continue reading...
The agency’s analysis of rolling back climate rules on power plants undermines its administrator’s assertions that it would have capsized the electric sector.
[UN News] With one day remaining before the conclusion of the Third UN Ocean Conference, delegates in Nice are preparing for the adoption of the summit's eagerly anticipated political declaration. Small island developing States, facing the direct effects of climate change and marine resource decline, are pushing to ensure their perspectives are reflected in global ocean policy.
Markets in Asia opened lower early Friday while oil prices surged after Israel attacked Iran's capital amid the ramping up tensions over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program.
The underlying fear is not only a reduction in Iranian oil supply but also a broader disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most important passage point for crude oil transportation, which connects the Gulf of Oman with the Persian Gulf and is a vital shipping route for Middle Eastern oil production.
Newsom sues federal government, contending that the move unlawfully revokes a nearly fifty-year legacy of California's authority under the Clean Air Act to set stricter emissions standards.
The latest Department of Environment and Climate Change report say water levels on the Mackenzie River and Great Slave Lake are still "well below average."
Open access notables A Rapid Deterioration of the Transmissive Atmospheric Radiative Regime in the Western Arctic , Bertossa & L’Ecuyer, Geophysical Research Letters: The tendency for the atmosphere to reside in one of two radiative states (“transmissive” or “opaque”) is unique to the high latitudes. This phenomenon makes the Arctic climate particularly sensitive to change if the conditions that support one of these states vanish. This study examines 25 years of in-situ data from the North Slope of Alaska to investigate how these two states have changed over time. While November once had nearly equal occurrences of both states, the transmissive state has almost completely disappeared, resulting in an increase of over 30 W/m2 in...
The assembly has said they will continue to oppose both uranium exploration and hydraulic fracturing until their environmental concerns have been addressed.
The space agency said it also plans to move forward with building a new Russian orbital station to succeed the International Space Station.
With one day remaining before the conclusion of the Third UN Ocean Conference, delegates in Nice are preparing for the adoption of the summit’s eagerly anticipated political declaration. Small island developing States, facing the direct effects of climate change and marine resource decline, are pushing to ensure their perspectives are reflected in global ocean policy.
Prime Minister of Tuvalu, Feleti Teo, describes himself as an optimist—despite the existential crisis his atoll nation faces with climate change-induced sea level rise and frustration with existing international financial mechanisms to fund adaptation and mitigation. The 3rd UN Ocean Conference was a success, he told a press conference today, June 12. At the beginning […]
Adam Dobby, 54, had been working as a security consultant for CNN when he was allegedly repeatedly exposed to toxic chemicals in torched oil and sulphur.
Predicting plant responses to rising temperatures, including acute heat waves and hot droughts of varying intensity and duration, is central to addressing the climate and biodiversity crises. However, plant responses to heat are scale-dependent, ...
Port Heiden is facing an energy crisis. A $300,000 grant from the EPA would have helped the traditional Alutiiq community swap costly, polluting diesel for cheaper, clean power.
More than 30 trade groups say the appliance efficiency program should remain a "public-private partnership run by the federal government.”
The funding for 10 restoration projects is part of cleanup efforts tied to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
State regulators are reviewing plans for more than 100 new gas-fired energy projects.
[Foroyaa] Joe Bongay, a prominent Gambian environmental activist and founder of Ecoview Africa, has been appointed as the Civil Society Observer Focal Point to the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) under the World Bank Group.
[The Conversation Africa] Women in Africa are often framed as especially vulnerable to climate change. Our earlier research suggested that women entrepreneurs often face a "triple differential vulnerability" to climate risk compared to men.
The 43% emission reduction target is not aligned with the Paris agreement – it should be at least 59% Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here Australian officials are gearing up for next week’s mid-year climate talks in Bonn where they’ll be going full tilt lobbying other governments to support the bid to host next year’s COP31 negotiations. But can the government claim enough climate leadership? Our latest Climate Action Tracker shows the government’s efforts to cut emissions are still rated “insufficient”. Australia is not on track to meet its renewable energy target, its flagship industrial emissions policy is deficient, and its support for the fossil fuel industry – especially exports – remains unwavering. Sign up to get climate...
You've probably noticed those towers with flames shooting out of the top on oil rigs. This is an important part of many oil and gas facilities.
"The EPA is trying to get out of the climate change business,” says one expert.
Investors reacted to fresh concerns over Western sanctions and weakening oil export revenues.
The Alberta Energy Regulator describes fracking as "a technique used to break up the rocks deep inside the earth to help get the oil and natural gas flowing."
From geoengineering to anti-methane cow vaccines and green aviation fuel, meet the former nuclear physicist deciding which climate change technologies hold the most promise
Report raises concerns that money allocated to combat fires not reaching areas where it could make biggest difference European funds to prevent forest fires have been poorly targeted and sometimes distributed in a hurry, according to a report from the EU’s spending watchdog. The number of forest fires in EU countries has increased dramatically over the last two decades as the climate crisis fuels ever bigger conflagrations . An area twice the size of Luxembourg has been consumed by flames in an average recent year, killing people, destroying homes and wildlife and sending megatonnes of planet-heating emissions into the air. Continue reading...
To the outside world, a sea level rise of 34 cm (or slightly longer than a child’s ruler) may not seem dramatic, but it’s an existential threat to the Pacific island state of Vanuatu. Vanuatu, in support of a youth movement, the Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change, has approached the International Court of Justice […]
For starters, it contains a hidden gas tax. The post 10 ways that Trump’s tax bill would undermine his energy promises appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Egypt is seeking to implement a new strategic project to boost liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports by establishing a modernized floating terminal at the Sumed Port in Ain Sokhna. This will contribute to stabilizing supplies during peak consumption periods, as part of its ongoing efforts to secure its energy needs. The project falls within the … The post Egypt to establish floating LNG station in Ain Sokhna to support electricity stability appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Kaveh Zahedi is the Director of the Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
The 2024 regulation required existing coal-burning power plants to begin capturing their carbon dioxide pollution in the 2030s.
[Leadership] Green Energy International Limited (GEIL) has successfully completed the first crude oil export from Nigeria's newly commissioned Otakikpo onshore terminal, marking a historic milestone as the country's first indigenous onshore crude export facility in over five decades.
This video includes personal musings and conclusions of the creator climate scientist Dr. Adam Levy . It is presented to our readers as an informed perspective. Please see video description for references (if any). To stop global warming, carbon emissions need to be cut to net zero as quickly as possible. And while some countries have been cutting back on fossil fuels, some major polluters - like China - have seen their emissions continue to increase. But thanks to the epic rise in clean energy solutions, it's just possible that that's starting to shift, and China's path to a low carbon future might be about to change for ever... Support ClimateAdam on patreon: https://patreon.com/climateadam
Labour’s manifesto committed to spending £8.3 billion over five years on GB Energy to “deliver clean power” projects across the country.
Major boosts for the NHS , schools, defence, local transport and nuclear power are expected to be unveiled by the Chancellor at lunchtime.
UK company offers alternative to land-based burials after success of memorials in Bali made from remains of pets Death is killing our planet. That is the stark assessment of a new business offering an innovative alternative: to have your loved one’s ashes made into a reef and anchored to the British seabed. There are increasing concerns about the environmental cost of traditional funerals: a single burial generates 833kg of CO 2 , while a typical cremation has a footprint of about 400kg CO 2 . Continue reading...
[IPS] Nice, France -- "There is no climate action without ocean action," President Hilda Heine of the Marshall Islands told reporters, as she and other representatives of Pacific island states reiterated that countries must honor their climate action agreements.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00141B, Paper Xuan Luo, Jiabao Nie, Huang Liang, Yuyang Li, Youheng Wang, Qikang Que, Jean-Pol Dodelet, Yucheng Wang Fe-N-C catalysts are the most promising alternative to Pt for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) in proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs). However, the mixture of two distinct active sites—highly... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
It’s not so much that rural and metro communities hold different opinions about climate change but rather they are holding completely different conversations • Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here We got some rain in rural Victoria over the weekend, and that’s headline-worthy news . There’s been a record-breaking drought that’s been afflicting the states of Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and parts of New South Wales for over a year, but depending where you live – and how you get your news – you may not know much about it. Continue reading...