Research identifies 808,585 viral genomes belonging to what scientists estimate to be 362,802 different viruses Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast More than a decade after the human microbiome was comprehensively mapped, scientists have now identified the vast communities of microbes that make up the Great Barrier Reef. Analysing DNA from seawater samples of 48 reefs, researchers have mapped the microbiome of the Great Barrier Reef, documenting more than 360,000 distinct viruses as well as more than 500 new bacterial species not previously known to science. Continue reading...
The difference between bar and motor oil comes down to their composition. Each one is designed for a specific purpose, though substitutes can sometimes work.
A blast triggered by methane gas buildup tore through the tunnel Monday at the 500-megawatt Teesta Hydroelectric Project in northeastern Sikkim state in the Himalayas. Twelve workers were killed.
The groups claim the Army Corps of Engineers' process for swiftly approving pipeline water crossings violates federal law.
The Trump administration is advancing a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia. This pact could allow uranium enrichment and spent fuel processing by the kingdom. Critics fear this weakens global non-proliferation norms and may trigger an arms race. Saudi Arabia seeks nuclear power for economic diversification and reduced fossil fuel reliance. The deal faces congressional review and potential opposition due to its safeguards.
A European naval mission boarded a Russia-linked oil tanker suspected of sailing under a false flag on Monday, the EU’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas said.
President Donald Trump has reached an agreement with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday to support the creation of a Saudi nuclear power program.
As Temperatures Climb, the Ocean Takes the Brunt sarah.brown@wri.org Wed, 07/22/2026 - 12:20 From scorching temperatures in South Africa to unprecedented heat waves in Europe , extreme heat is breaking records and transforming people’s lives across the world. While we feel this heat most immediately in our home and workplaces, the reality is that most of it actually ends up in the ocean. The ocean absorbs about 91% of the excess heat trapped by human-caused greenhouse gas emissions. This growing “energy imbalance” explains why ocean temperatures keep breaking records and why sea levels keep climbing. Those same greenhouse gas emissions are also changing the chemistry of seawater. The effects of these changes are increasingly being felt on land. But for those...
France recorded 5,764 more deaths than usual during a record-breaking heatwave last month, health authorities said on Wednesday, describing the excess mortality among people aged 15 and older as "unprecedented".
The United States Coast Guard said it closely tracked Chinese polar expedition vessels transiting the Bering Sea on their way to the Arctic Ocean last week, amid unease over Beijing’s geopolitical ambitions in the region. The US Coast Guard Cutter Munro actively monitored the Chinese research ships Xuelong and Xuelong 2 as they passed northbound through the US exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and extended continental shelf in the Bering Sea towards the Arctic, the US Coast Guard said last...
NASA’s Juno mission has provided the first measurements of the temperature below the surface of Jupiter’s moon Io, revealing significant heating within the shallow subsurface of the most volcanically active world in the solar system. Collected during two close flybys, the data also shows that most of Io’s surface is remarkably smooth and composed of […]
Younger generations might like to think of themselves as eco-warriors, but a new study suggests they have some of the biggest food-related carbon footprints.
Oil prices rose to their highest in almost six weeks on Wednesday, with Brent crude surpassing $95 a barrel, on mounting concerns about disruptions to Middle Eastern supply routes because of escalating hostilities between the US and Iran and threats to shipping by the Iran-backed Houthi militia in Yemen.
Human-made carbon dioxide emissions threaten the very survival of our larger pollinators.
Solar panels and batteries allow two Salt Lake City businesses to serve as a community hub during outages. The post The coffee shop and barber shop that stay open when the power goes out appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Storm damage is expected to be limited because the El Niño weather pattern will counter its worst effects. But unusually warm waters in the Atlantic means the risk of destructive storms is still high.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) warned of hot weather in Greater Cairo and across the country on Wednesday, as the searing heatwave gripping the nation continues. The EMA expects the country to experience peak temperatures across most regions over the next 48 hours, with the heat feeling exacerbated by high humidity. The weather will be … The post Severe heatwave expected across Egypt for next 48 hours appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The decision could have implications for a separate but related fight over the $20 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund grants.
New constructions are appearing on the Hindon river floodplain, three years after devastating floods. Residents have rebuilt homes and added structures, citing past government inaction. Land sharks are allegedly dumping debris and narrowing the river's course for plot sales. Environmental activists note ongoing construction activity despite official oversight. Authorities have conducted anti-encroachment drives, clearing some floodplain areas.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Oceans, Volume 131, Issue 7, July 2026.
[Premium Times] The NHRC said the committee's inauguration became necessary as "climate change is no longer just an environmental issue. It is a human rights issue."
Coastal flooding is becoming more frequent globally due to rising sea levels. Extreme sea-level events now occur four times more often than a century ago. Human-caused warming has amplified the impact of tides and storms. Natural variations still influence local flood risk across coastlines. Communities must rethink flood planning based on these changing probabilities.
[African Arguments] For decades, thousands of Nairobi's poorest residents have quietly carried out one of the city's most important environmental services. Every day, informal waste pickers at Dandora sort, salvage and recover plastic, metal, paper, glass and electronic waste that would otherwise remain buried beneath one of Africa's largest and oldest dumpsites. In doing so, they help sustain Nairobi's recycling economy. Yet despite performing work that cities increasingly celebrate as part of the circular economy, they
Hong Kong’s rainfall so far this month has already surpassed typical levels for July by 23 per cent, a review of Observatory data shows, with a meteorologist warning the city will experience more extreme downpours due to global warming. The Observatory also said on Tuesday that Hong Kong would be hit by rainstorms again over the weekend following weeks of heavy rain as a tropical cyclone neared the city. A South China Morning Post reporter reviewed the forecaster’s data and found the city...
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin's honeymoon period came to an abrupt halt last week when Trump overturned his directive barring ICE agents from making traffic stops.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) has intensified its crackdown on illegal resorts in Thap Lan National Park, ordering demolitions and preparing asset seizures and money laundering charges against investors.
Tamil Nadu is preparing climate-resilient master plans for seven major hill towns. These plans aim to improve roads, parking, and waste management systems. They will also safeguard ecologically fragile regions from unplanned urban development. The government is using advanced mapping and drone surveys for accurate environmental assessments. This initiative seeks to create safer and more sustainable hill settlements for everyone.
Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea on Tuesday after threats from Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, as a widening Middle East conflict disrupted shipping through two of the world's most critical energy chokepoints.
A ‘reasonable worst-case scenario’ suggests need for large-scale movement of populations away from reshaped coast Up to 13 million people in the UK face the long-term risk of coastal flooding due to the climate crisis, scientists have warned, with a “reasonable worst-case scenario” suggesting the need for the large-scale movement of populations away from a dramatically reshaped coast. Even if today’s global pledges to cut carbon pollution are met, about 1.4 million more people will be exposed to coastal floods in 2200 and 1.7 million in 2300 due to the sea level rise driven by melting ice caps and warming oceans. Continue reading...
Once considered extinct in New England, the American oystercatcher is experiencing a remarkable resurgence thanks to dedicated conservation efforts. These initiatives focus on safeguarding their nesting environments and raising community awareness. Techniques such as banding chicks and preventing disturbances in ground-nesting sites have proven successful. Their resilience, coupled with federal safety measures for related shorebirds, makes their comeback a testament to effective conservation in the face of climate change challenges.
Manufacturers and green groups have already challenged the Trump administration’s decision to give industries five more years to phase out potent greenhouse gases.
Farmers Phil and Abi Monkman say they will be 'forever grateful' for the hero farmers who jumped to their rescue and helped stop a wildfire threatening their North Yorkshire farm.
About 23 million people across country affected by water-saving measures with ‘prolonged dry weather’ in eight areas How can I water my garden in a hosepipe ban and will there be drought this summer? Thames Water investors offer ‘golden share’ in bid to head off nationalisation About 23 million people will be banned from using hosepipes by this weekend, as England and Wales moves closer to drought status. On Tuesday Thames Water became the latest water company to announce a hosepipe ban , covering the more than 10 million customers it supplies water to across London and the Thames valley. Continue reading...
Eight areas across England are now in prolonged dry weather – the stage before drought.
Storm warnings stretch from Florida to Louisiana as Bertha brings heavy rain, flooding risk and possible tornadoes Tropical Storm Bertha strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico and was moving slowly toward the Florida Panhandle and Alabama, causing a tropical storm warning and storm surge watches, forecasters said. The storm was about 110 miles (177km) south of Panama City, Florida , and 170 miles south-east of Mobile, Alabama, the Miami-based National Hurricane Center (NHC) said on Tuesday morning. It was moving north-west at 5mph (8km/h) with maximum sustained winds of 50mph. Continue reading...
The EPA administrator and other Trump officials on Tuesday celebrated coal's comeback under President Donald Trump and called for more industry support.
Most of France has emerged from its third heatwave in just two months, with temperatures finally easing across most of the country - so what's in store for the weeks ahead?
Strange jellyfish, glowing squid, and tiny plankton help move carbon out of the atmosphere and into the deep ocean. The post The hidden ocean world that helps regulate our climate appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 131, Issue 14, 28 July 2026.
Arctic sea ice has plunged to a record low - with 'exceptionally' diminished levels this year, a new study has warned.
Rising sea levels could plunge 1.7 million more Brits' homes underwater by 2300 and render parts of the UK uninhabitable, scientists have warned.
Egypt’s Desert Research Center (DRC) took part in the 24th meeting of the Arab team responsible for following up on the UN conventions to combat desertification and conserve biodiversity, held at the Arab League headquarters in Cairo with the participation of representatives of Arab countries and regional and international organizations. Ahmed Abdel Aty, Egypt’s Executive … The post Egypt chairs Arab group preparing for UN desertification talks appeared first on Egypt Independent.
New measurements show that El Niño conditions are strengthening across the tropical Pacific, with sea surface temperatures (SST) showing a steady upward trend.
From the Arctic to the Pacific, Indigenous advocates say their voices are too often ignored.
BYD has rolled out its 100,000th new-energy vehicle from its Brazilian assembly line, underscoring the growth potential for Chinese products in South America, just as electric cars fuel fresh tension in Europe. China’s largest electric vehicle (EV) producer reached the landmark on July 16, reflecting BYD’s rapid expansion as governments increasingly push for local manufacturing and job creation. The milestone vehicle was a BYD Seagull, which came off the line at the Camacari plant, which has...
Increases in power purchase agreement prices for solar could influence whether the industry wants key tax incentives back.
United States forces conducted tenth night of strikes against Iran. These operations aim to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after recent attacks. Iran also targeted US allies Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain with missile barrages. Diplomatic efforts continue while the interim ceasefire agreement has collapsed. Global energy supplies face fresh concerns as oil prices climb.
The country plans to add 5,200 megawatts of nuclear power generation by around 2040.
The Trump EPA recently asked Congress to undo four more federal waivers underpinning California air pollution rules.
MOPO rents out batteries charged at its own solar power plants, removing the need for customers and communities with limited income to invest in solar home systems or mini-grids.
New joint research from the Met Office and the University of Reading has revealed that a prolonged marine heatwave in the North Sea played a significant role in intensifying the impacts of Storm Babet (18 to 21 October 2023).
Storm surges up to 4ft are possible along parts of the Louisiana and Mississippi coasts, officials say.
Tropical Storm Bertha formed Monday evening in the Gulf of Mexico south of the Florida Panhandle as it drifts erratically toward populated coastal areas bearing a threat of heavy rain, storm surge and damaging wind gusts, forecasters say.
Torrential runoff from Nagaland triggered devastating floods across Assam's Sivasagar and Charaideo districts. Thousands of families were marooned, with many taking refuge on rooftops and trees. A viral video highlighted the plight of a boy and his family surviving on leaves. Former MLA Debabrata Saikia described the situation as terrifying and critical. Many stranded individuals faced challenges reaching authorities due to communication failures.
Oil prices are set to rise once more as renewed US attacks on Iran leave the Strait of Hormuz, a major artery of oil trade, closed again. With US strategic petroleum reserves at their lowest in over 40 years, America will have trouble keeping oil prices below US$100 a barrel, as it has mostly done in the war so far. Analysts warn that sustained oil prices above US$100 risk accelerating inflation, depressing consumption and inviting recession. They have also turned their attention to China and...
Learn more about glacial periods in Yellowstone National Park and how they may be connected with hydrothermal activity.
After being presumed extinct for sixty years, a remarkable coral reef off West Africa has been rediscovered, thriving with an array of fish and coral species. This vibrant mesophotic coral ecosystem thrives in low-light environments beneath the ocean's surface. Researchers speculate that similar hidden reefs could exist along the West African coastline, providing valuable insights into the evolutionary history of the region's marine life and past environmental changes.
The latest estimates reveal that the majority of greenhouse gas emissions from large-scale events such as the FIFA World Cup stem from spectators traveling to host cities.
As the country sizzled through heat waves, the government removed some of its most actionable advice about how to conserve energy.
Diesel engines have their own set of rules and regulations surrounding their use, including this tiered system formed by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Lydia Vernon, 23, lost her mother, stepfather and three brothers after severe flash floods took over a campground in Utah on Friday.
A 136-degree planetary split captures both Earth’s seasons and its warming climate.
Average petrol prices in the United States have now reached four dollars per gallon. This increase follows recent flare-ups and rising tensions in the Middle East region. Motorists in several states have been paying more than four dollars for some time. Crude oil prices have risen, impacting global fuel costs significantly. Higher fuel expenses may affect grocery prices and voter concerns during elections.
Stocks edged down and oil climbed on Monday as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate.
Resorts in NSW and Victoria face a warm and dry start to the season with only sporadic falls of natural snow in many alpine areas Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Alpine ski resorts in New South Wales and Victoria saw climate records shattered at the weekend with maximum temperatures up to 12C above average. Ski areas of Mount Hotham and Falls Creek set July records for their hottest daytime and night-time temperatures and Thredbo also set a new hottest July day, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Continue reading...
Lawmakers weakened community air monitoring as industry pushed back against greater scrutiny Kimbrelle Kyereh lives just a few hundred feet from the massive chemical storage tanks in St Rose, in south-eastern Louisiana . Oily fumes sometimes drift into her home, bringing headaches, nausea and insomnia. On one such night, she grabbed her son at 3am and fled to an all-night Ihop. In 2023, after years of coping with the noxious odors, Kyereh began collecting air samples in her yard for a local environmental justice group. But soon after, Louisiana passed an industry-backed law that sharply restricted how that kind of data could be used. Ten of Louisiana’s heaviest air-polluting facilities, based on self-reported data shared with the EPA, operate without a single public air monitor within...
Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral disease reported in more than 125 countries. According to the company, India accounts for nearly one-third of the global dengue burden, with rapid urbanisation, climate change and widespread mosquito breeding continuing to increase the risk of infection across the country. Vaccine QDENGA is given as two injections of 0.5 ml, administered under the skin three months apart.
A third of the research offices the agency is evaluating to possibly close work in climate adaptation and wildfire prevention.
EPA gave grocery stores five additional years to switch to buying food storage systems that don't use hydrofluorocarbons.
EPA tosses out scientific research carried out under Biden and says toxic sludge not a significant threat to public The Trump administration has killed proposed regulations for sewage sludge contaminated with Pfas and spread on farmland as fertilizer, a practice that has sickened farmers , destroyed their livelihoods , killed livestock , polluted water supplies , and poisoned meat and food products sold to the public. The proposed regulations would largely have ended the use of sludge, also called biosolids , in the nation’s food system. But the Environmental Protection Agency tossed out its scientific research from less than two years ago that formed the basis of the proposed regulations. It justified the decision by declaring that sludge was not a wide threat to the public because...
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This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. It’s barely the middle of summer in the northern hemisphere, and heat waves are once again breaking temperature records. In the United States, dozens of cities sweltered through their hottest Fourth of July celebrations, with temperatures over 100 degrees F. In New […]
As geopolitical tensions, rising electricity demand and climate pressures reshape the global energy landscape, more than 600 energy ministers, chief executives, financial leaders and policy experts gathered in Montreal, deliberating upon how to deliver at an unprecedented scale. The 11th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency, organised by the International Energy Agency (IEA) on July […]
This is a re-post from The Climate Brink I’m generally pretty measured in how I discuss climate data. There has been only one time in recent years when I was truly shocked: when global temperatures came in for September 2023 at a full 0.5C warmer than any prior September on record. 1 Once until today, that is. With the July runs now in from 667 ensemble members across 14 different seasonal forecast models, it looks like this year’s El Niño is not only very likely to be the strongest event since reliable records began – it may end up the strongest by a truly mind-blowing margin. The multi-model median for the event’s peak (measured as detrended sea surface temperature anomalies in the Niño 3.4 region of the tropical Pacific) currently...
Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Essmat on Sunday, July 19, 2026, discussed with World Bank (WB) delegation ways to strengthen cooperation on power grid development, renewable energy financing and financial sustainability. This came during a video conference attended by Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom . The World Bank delegation was headed by … The post Egypt, WB probe boosting cooperation in power grid, renewable energy financing appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The event will have different themes, home efficiency and food security being some of them.
Oil prices are pairing gains on Monday after an Iranian official said talks with the U.S. could be pursued again based on national interests.
Supporters of the Republican ticket include big oil donors as well as Tesla’s Elon Musk and Oncor Electric Delivery.
[SAnews.gov.za] Eskom has confirmed that no radiation leak occurred during routine maintenance at Koeberg Nuclear Power Station's Unit 2, assuring the public that there was no risk to employees, surrounding communities or the environment.
The launch is part of India’s broader efforts to develop green hydrogen and reduce carbon emissions.
The preparations come as meteorologists warn that El Niño is already underway and increasingly likely to strengthen through the remainder of the year.
A U.N. agency said Brussels’ draft bill “would undermine the only globally harmonized measure applying to CO2 emissions from international aviation and result in duplicative measures."
Thailand's race to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 will depend not only on investment in clean technologies, but also on whether it can quickly build a workforce with the skills to support the green transition.
An intensifying El Nino and global warming are driving a shift in India’s monsoon rainfall, creating more erratic weather patterns that threaten to dent agricultural output and strain power grids. This year’s monsoon opened with India’s fifth-driest June on record and rainfall almost 40 per cent below normal levels, followed by a sudden deluge early this month – when about a month’s worth of precipitation was dumped on cities like Mumbai in a single week. Since then, the weather system has...
After the US military confirmed that a service member had been killed in Iraq – the third in recent days – Donald Trump said the new attacks were ‘in honour’ of the dead Middle East crisis live: follow latest updates The US launched a ninth night of strikes targeting Iran early Monday, after announcing the death of another American service member, as the price of Brent crude oil climbed above $90 a barrel, the highest level since June. The US military said the service member was killed on Saturday in northern Iraq, where the US has military bases, during a controlled detonation of what was called unexploded ordnance on a downed Iranian attack drone. Continue reading...
Stihl is known for making serious, heavy-duty chainsaws, but this one is almost the polar opposite. It's tiny, takes batteries, and fits on a keyring.
Energy secretary grapples with mounting criticism over length of US war as Democrat calls conflict ‘war of choice’ A Trump administration official on Sunday grappled with mounting criticism over the length of the US war with Iran after months of promised diplomatic breakthroughs, short-lived ceasefires, and the deaths of two more American troops in Jordan bringing the total number of American military members killed in the conflict to 16. Appearing on ABC’s This Week, US energy secretary Chris Wright defended the Trump administration’s strategy after being confronted with his earlier claims that the war which began in February would have ended by now. Continue reading...
Labour leader will visit king to accept role on Monday and will start making cabinet appointments that afternoon Andy Burnham will say Britain must be honest about the challenges it faces when he becomes its sixth prime minister in a decade on Monday, as he prepares to introduce measures to ease the cost of living and allow more North Sea fossil fuel drilling. The Labour leader is expected to start making appointments in the afternoon after going to Buckingham Palace to accept the role of prime minister from the king. Continue reading...
Organisers say 23 runners from seven countries took part in races at the Arctic's geographic North Pole.
New buildings will soon require energy performance ratings. The government proposes a mandatory star rating system for large structures. Owners must register and submit compliance documents to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency. A provisional certificate will be issued after initial review. Final ratings will be provided within thirty days of submission.
From Nevada to Manchester, developers are trialling innovative solutions to clean energy’s biggest challenge In the deserts of the United Arab Emirates a sprawling clean energy project , stretching across an area roughly the size of 12,600 football fields, will play host to a breakthrough allowing solar energy to power the equivalent of half a million homes through the night. The Gulf state has been steadily combining 5.2GW of solar power capacity with 19GWh of battery storage to create the largest battery scheme in the world. Continue reading...
Andy Burnham will take a "more pragmatic approach" with a “change of emphasis” on North Sea oil and gas, Labour's deputy leader has today confirmed.
An unprecedented rescue mission is underway to save a valuable space observatory before it burns up in Earth's atmosphere.
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A new study has identified a natural process that may have helped keep Earth's climate stable for the past 60 million years. Researchers found that changes in sea level controlled the amount of phosphate reaching the oceans, affecting marine life, carbon burial beneath the seafloor and the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The findings offer a new explanation for how Earth naturally regulated long-term warming and cooling.
The incoming Prime Minister is understood to be considering opening up the Scottish oil and gas fields, Jackdaw and Rosebank.
Kemi Badenoch last night launched a devastating attack on PM-in-waiting Andy Burnham over the future of oil and gas drilling in the North Sea.
A shady New York City spa allegedly intimidated and manipulated an elderly woman into forking over a whopping $675,000 on outrageous "snake oil" treatments and other absurd beauty products.
It comes after fierce debate over the future of two oil and gas fields in Scotland - Rosebank and Jackdaw - where licences were approved in 2022 and 2023 before being overturned last year.
This year’s World Cup has faced sweltering heat and humidity. Now it may need to deal with wildfire smoke.
Red Sea Governor Walid al-Barqi said that the Egyptian state places great importance on attracting foreign investment by improving the legislative and regulatory environment, thereby supporting clean energy projects. He stressed the governorate’s commitment to providing all necessary facilitation for investors, particularly in strategic projects. Barqi’s remarks came during his meeting with the Norwegian Ambassador … The post Red Sea governor, Norwegian amb. discuss cooperation on renewable energy projects appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The proposed project would restore the pipeline connecting the oil-rich city of Kirkuk in northern Iraq with Syria's Mediterranean coast.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a heat wave across the country from Saturday, July 18 to Thursday, July 23, coinciding with continued high humidity levels, which will increase the perceived temperature by two to four degrees Celsius. The EMA expects a gradual rise in temperatures across most of the country, with the heat wave … The post Another heatwave strikes Egypt until Thursday: EMA appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The Australian government is urgently seeking answers after footage circulated on social media of a citizen being restrained by ICE agents at Las Vegas airport.
Forecasts suggest the weather could turn more changeable during late July and August but the risk of heatwaves remains.
A groundbreaking study has revealed the extensive mapping of over 64,000 square miles of heat-resistant coral reefs globally, empowered by artificial intelligence across 71 nations and 100 territories. These extraordinary underwater locales feature traits that help coral ecosystems endure and rebound from intense marine heatwaves. The outcomes of this research present an essential blueprint for focused conservation financing and the safeguarding of marine life during the alarming bleaching epidemic.
A new study finds plantations respond strongly to carbon dioxide, especially while young.
Wildfire smoke has created unhealthy air quality across New York and New Jersey. The FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain is scheduled for Sunday. Organisers are monitoring conditions closely for potential weather disruptions. Spain trained outdoors despite hazardous air quality levels on Thursday. Forecasts suggest improving conditions and rainfall may clear the smoke before the match.
The largest disruption to the global oil market in decades should have sent prices soaring. But after spiking at the start of the war in the Middle East, crude prices soon settled in a range of $90 to $100 per barrel, much lower than many had feared. Why didn’t prices climb higher? The answer is […]
Under the proposals, the EU plans to relax its emissions trading system to give companies more time to reduce their carbon output.
A lack of sirens and flood forecasting systems made the state’s Hill Country vulnerable to deadly floods last summer. That has changed.
Most of the fires grew out of control under extreme heat conditions made up to five times more likely by climate change. The post Dangerous and historic wildfire smoke pollution event engulfs the U.S. and Canada appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
When heatwaves strike, Paris is not usually the hottest part of France - but the capital is over-represented when it comes to excess deaths during hot weather. Here's a look at what makes heat so dangerous in Paris.
The rate of deaths in the Paris region was more than double normal levels during a record-breaking heatwave last month, France's health agency said on Friday.
It is the longest dry spell in 30 years for parts of England as the UK heatwave reaches 14 days.
STATEMENT: European Commission Sets 46% Electrification Target Alongside Carbon Market Reform sophie.brady@wri.org Fri, 07/17/2026 - 10:39 Brussels (July 17, 2026) — The European Commission today released its Electrification Action Plan alongside a revision of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS), pairing the two initiatives to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, energy security and industrial decarbonization. The Plan sets an indicative target for electricity’s share of final energy consumption to reach 46% by 2040 — double today’s share. The ETS review would reshape the post-2030 carbon market and direct significantly more revenues towards investment in decarbonizing energy-intensive industries, whilst, controversially, allowing polluting emission...
Escaped flowerhorn cichlids are causing concern for native species and about parasites capable of infecting humans Escaped ornamental aquarium fish have integrated into a local ecosystem in the Philippines, but scientists say they may be threatening the native biodiversity of the lake. Flowerhorn cichlids – human-bred hybrid fish prized for their bright-gold colour and prominent head humps – are believed to have escaped from breeding facilities into Lake Sampaloc, which sits in a volcanic crater, during a typhoon. Continue reading...
The case is one of several legal fights involving the coal business owned by relatives of the West Virginia senator.
Heaven Lake is a body of water located 7,200 feet above sea level at the top of a volcano. It is the deepest lake in China as well as the highest and largest crater lake in Northeast Asia.
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- President Joseph Boakai, has hailed the Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, describing him as "an asset to Liberia" and "a gift to the nation" during the official dedication of the Agency's new permanent headquarters in Mamba Point, Monrovia.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. As millions of Americans prepare for another brutal heatwave, it’s now harder to find information about ways to stay cool while saving energy and keeping utility costs down. At least 1,662 Department of Energy (DOE) webpages offering guidance on protecting the electrical grid […]
As Canadian wildfires spread smoke across the U.S. the air pollution is dangerous to health. But there are ways to protect yourself. Here's what to know .
[Ghanaian Times] Construction of the first phase of the Buipe solar power project, expected to generate 1,500 megawatts, will begin next month under the government's 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development (24H+) Programme.
The rupee opened stronger against the US dollar on Friday, gaining fourteen paise in early trade. Upbeat equity markets provided support for the domestic currency's early gains. However, sustained foreign fund outflows and firm crude oil prices capped further appreciation. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East kept investors cautious towards emerging market currencies. The rupee is expected to trade within a narrow range with a downside bias.
At least 12,000 excess deaths were recorded across nine European countries during June's heatwave, national statistics indicated, a toll that could yet rise as more data is released, according to an AFP analysis.
Storms are typical during intense heat but this week’s have been extreme. Plus, deadly monsoon rains in Bangladesh Hailstones the size of golf balls have been seen in French villages as, on top of the exceptional European heatwave, thunderstorms have struck across parts of Europe. While thunderstorms are typical during and after a period of extreme heat, the storms across countries such as France, Germany and Poland have been particularly severe, bringing flooding, strong winds and heavy showers with large balls of hail. Continue reading...
A year after Trump repealed the Inflation Reduction Act, the outlook for climate action is dark. But there are silver linings.
Oil prices are rising on Friday as clashes between the U.S. and Iran escalate further.
While no fines have been issued, the Cairngorms National Park Authority believes that the figure, which 'some people may see as being negative', is actually positive. Why?
Governments across the Gulf are accelerating pipeline construction after Iran and its regional allies intensified attacks on commercial shipping, but experts say pipelines remain exposed to military strikes from Tehran.
New WHO guidelines suggest up to 45% of dementia cases are preventable. Tackling risk factors like high blood pressure and air pollution is advised. Healthy lifestyles and managing chronic diseases significantly influence brain health. The guidelines recommend regular physical activity and quitting tobacco use. Routine vitamin and omega-3 supplements are not advised without diagnosed deficiency.
Oil and gas firms say EU methane rules will force them to stop exporting to Europe. The European Commission thinks they’re bluffing.
Experts say that the dramatic falls in reported methane emissions are the result of a small but fundamental change in the methodology for measuring them.
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
[RFI] Climate rights group Greenpeace Africa called for a halt to a proposed mega oil refinery project by Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, in Kenya's coastal region, warning of environmental risks.
More toxic than normal air pollution, wildfire smoke can linger in the air for weeks and travel thousands of miles.
Disappointed families' long-planned trips have been thrown into chaos after Network Rail imposed the ban amid fears of trackside fires during the ongoing heatwave.
All UK nations have experienced recent heatwave conditions but in southern England, the heatwave has now continued for 13 days. Sarah Keith-Lucas looks at how unusual this spell of heat is, and when we might see it easing.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh dismissed reports of sensitive Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant files being leaked. He asserted that no nuclear safety or security data had been compromised in the incident. The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited clarified leaked documents related only to the plant's conventional Balance of Plant package. This clarification followed claims by a ransomware group about accessing thousands of project-related files.
In recent times, penguins face challenges in sourcing food due to altered prey behaviors. As krill and fish migrate deeper or spread out to elude predators, penguins must dive greater depths and swim longer distances in search of sustenance. Thus, it's crucial for conservation initiatives to take into account these changing hunting dynamics in our evolving oceans.
Innovative scientists have developed a method to analyze airborne environmental DNA using standard air filters. This groundbreaking technology can detect local wildlife and monitor viruses without the need for direct observation. Existing national air pollution monitoring stations are already harnessing this essential biological data. Utilizing advanced sequencing techniques, researchers can map entire ecosystems and explore genetic variations within species.
When Policies Restrict Clean Energy, Electric Bills Go Up alicia.cypress… Thu, 07/16/2026 - 14:25 In recent months, more than 100 wind farms in 21 states were stalled as part of a sweeping effort by the U.S. government to halt renewable energy development. Since 2025, total cancellations of clean energy projects have grown to more than 21 gigawatts (GW) of capacity — enough to power 2 million homes. These efforts, along with other federal policies, are not only restricting the supply of clean energy, but could cost Americans billions of dollars at a time when one in three Americans is foregoing necessities like food and medical care to pay their rising utility bills. That affordability crisis is also being driven by delayed grid investments, infrastructure-damaging...
The same area devastated by floods last year - causing more than 130 deaths, including those at Camp Mystic - is once again being hit.
South Korea has secured 74% of its September crude oil needs as U.S.-Iran tensions raise fears of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The comments came following widespread reports earlier in the week that those stops would be put on pause after two immigrants were fatally shot by ICE agents in early July.
Most Australian capital cities have at least 80% chance of unusually warm and dry spring as climatologists watch developing system with increasing alarm Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The El Niño climate phenomenon linked to record global temperatures and now locked in place in the Pacific Ocean could develop into the strongest on record, according to Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology. Climatologists are watching the strengthening El Niño with increasing alarm , saying the forecasts from climate models in the coming months are “mind blowing” and “astounding”. Continue reading...
The Eastern Pacific is roaring ahead. Now the Atlantic is waking up—and the season's peak could pack a bigger punch closer to land. The post The Eastern Pacific is a tropical storm factory, and the Atlantic Basin shows signs of life appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Scotland may need between £7.8 billion and £14.2 billion of investment over the next 15 years to adapt to the impacts of climate change, according to new research led by the University of Strathclyde.
Turkmenistan's "door to hell" crater, a fiery landmark for decades, is significantly weakening. Authorities are actively reducing the natural gas flow feeding the persistent flames. This fiery spectacle, once a major tourist draw, is now an environmental concern. Scientists continue monitoring methane emissions from the site for climate research. The crater's future as a burning inferno appears uncertain.
The report is likely to rank among the institution’s most deeply scrutinized publications in recent years.
Fracking billionaire Harold Hamm is co-chair of a non-profit that has aggressively pushed for US energy dominance Tycoon Harold Hamm is one of the US’s most successful oilmen, the son of Oklahoma sharecroppers who hit it rich as a “wildcatter” and pioneered fracking techniques that drove the shale boom in 2008 that reversed declining US oil production. Donald Trump describes him as a “ long time ” friend and is said to have called him his “ original oil guy ” behind closed doors. The Continental Resources founder has also faced scrutiny from climate advocates and groups and some Democratic lawmakers over his influence on Trump and role in pushing him to go all in on planet-heating fossil fuels and gut climate rules. Continue reading...
This story was originally published by Inside Climate News and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. A ballot measure written by a conservative nonprofit could amend the Colorado Constitution to enshrine fossil fuel companies’ right to sell methane gas and possibly force communities that have tried to eliminate gas appliances from new construction to back away […]
Violent storms swept across both countries, bringing giant hailstones, torrential rain, strong winds and widespread damage.
Capital is finite, as is political bandwidth and public concern. So far, this year has asked all three to stretch further than usual, split between security spending, market volatility and now simultaneous disasters unfolding on opposite ends of the planet. Climate change did not wait for global crises to subside. It forced its way onto the front page anyway. Last week supplied the clearest illustration yet. In southern Spain, a wildfire near Almeria killed at least 12 people and left 23 more...
Gunkul Engineering Plc, a renewable energy developer and operator, has announced plans to forge new business partnerships aimed at supplying clean power to overseas investors in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry.
This article was first published on July 17, 1986. Cafe de Coral the live wire in quiet market by John Mulcahy Fast-food counter Cafe de Coral hit the boards yesterday (July 16, 1986), trading up to $1.35 and recording the biggest volume of the day. Although 16.6 million Cafe de Coral shares traded, at a total value of $22.08 million, this was about all the excitement the market could muster, as it took a breather after some hectic activity on Monday and Tuesday. Another talking point was Yeo...
Stephen Hind believes the current hot temperatures and climate change have encouraged the fruit.
The letter is a clear signal to Commission President Ursula van der Leyen that a blocking minority in the Council of the EU exists if new Emissions Trading System legislation doesn’t satisfy them.
Higher oil prices since the Iran war began mean many oil companies have brought in excess profits. Some U.S. lawmakers want to tax those windfall profits and give the money to lower-income Americans.
Open access notables Renewable energy discourses of fossil fuel companies: obstruction and delay of climate action , Desai et al., Energy Sustainability and Society For decades, multinational fossil fuel companies have strategically promoted discourses to obstruct climate action. Initially, the fossil fuel industry publicized communications that denied the role of fossil fuels in climate destabilization. Recently, however, they have advanced nuanced messages to delay climate action and policy. As the climate crisis worsens and calls to phase out fossil fuels intensify, research into the industry has revealed pervasive “greenwashing” and a discrepancy between external messaging on renewable energy and internal operational positions. Corporate annual reports...
[African Arguments] On 16-18 June in Mombasa, the Our Ocean Conference met on African soil for the first time, and over 100 governments, businesses and civil society organisations announced 320 new commitments valued at $6.4 billion to advance ocean conservation, sustainable fisheries, climate resilience and the blue economy. I have sat in enough such rooms to know the applause is not the test. Driving back along the coast afterwards, I kept turning over a thought that fits no panel agenda: the ocean is not fragmented: our
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US disables unladen oil tanker using Hellfire missiles in strait of Hormuz amid concerns strikes could spiral into open conflict The US has fired on an oil tanker attempting to reach Kharg Island in the strait of Hormuz as part of its blockade on Iranian ports, as Tehran came under attack for the first time in this latest round of strikes. The US said on Thursday morning it had disabled an unladen oil tanker, during a fifth day of strikes, firing Hellfire missiles into the ship’s smokestack after it ignored multiple warnings. Continue reading...
Nuclear Power Corporation of India stated its core systems remain secure after a cyber incident. A ransomware group posted files related to the Kudankulam nuclear plant online. Reliance Group confirmed a partial data breach on a third-party provider's server. These leaked files are not connected to nuclear safety or security systems. The incident involved conventional balance of plant common service facilities.
US stock markets saw gains on Wednesday, driven by strong corporate earnings reports. Investors also reacted positively to recent inflation data, which showed a notable slowdown. This easing inflation reduced expectations for an imminent interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve. However, ongoing Middle East tensions kept global energy supply concerns elevated. Asian and European markets also posted gains, with technology shares leading the advance.
[Leadership] Bauchi State Ministry of Housing and Environment has established Environment and Climate Change Clubs in all secondary schools across the state as part of efforts to promote environmental stewardship and climate awareness among young people.
Since start of Trump’s second term, 14 Mexican immigrants have died in ICE custody and three in agency operations Mexico formally requested that US state attorneys general criminally investigate cases of immigrants who have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody or during raids, the Mexican government said Tuesday. The request follows the death of Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo , who was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston. Since the beginning of Donald Trump ’s second term, 17 Mexican immigrants have died during immigration enforcement, 14 in ICE custody and three in agency operations. Continue reading...
Days that are both extremely hot and polluted come with higher risks of respiratory ailments and other health risks.
Forest soils are releasing more carbon than previously believed. Warming temperatures cause stable soil organic matter to decompose. This decomposition releases additional carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. The process creates a stronger climate feedback loop for global warming. Updated climate models will now account for this slow carbon release.
The impact of high humidity on top of high temperatures is often underappreciated, but most of us aren't prepared for such extreme conditions, which will become more common with global warming
This is a re-post from Yale Climate Connections by Bridgett Ennis s the prices of home battery systems fall, they’re becoming a key part of the modern electric grid. They can help homeowners store power from rooftop solar panels or the grid for use during outages or periods of high demand. And they can reduce strain on the grid during heat waves when electricity demand soars. In this interview with Yale Climate Connections, Raghu Belur, the chief products officer for Enphase Energy , explains how home battery systems can lower utility bills and create backup power during grid failures. He also says that batteries, including the batteries in electric vehicles, may one day make it possible for utilities to use power from many small sources to maintain a more reliable grid. ...
The latest heatwave to grip France is slowly receding from the west, with all 26 red alerts that were in place now downgraded to orange – but the dramatic weather continues over large parts of France as storms take over.
Unexploded munitions were hampering efforts by firefighters to tackle a blaze in a national park in northern Germany, local officials said on Wednesday. Old munitions buried in the soil from an abandoned military training ground have forced them to stay at least 1,000 metres (3,300 feet) from the flames, officials from the Mecklenburg Seenplatte district said. “Emergency services cannot actively put out the fire – that is the problem,” district spokesman Marten Schroeder said of the fire in...
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. For the past four years, Angie Mummaw has been told the gas-fired electrical plant planned by the Tennessee Valley Authority in rural Tennessee was a necessary stop on its move away from coal. But recent directives from the Trump administration mean the […]
[Independent (Kampala)] Nigeria's discovery of a major new critical minerals province reflects a broader shift as Africa's leading oil producers invest in mining to diversify their resource economies.
[Vanguard] Forum to push African financing, gas development, local refining and cross-border petroleum market
Two tankers carrying Iranian oil are signalling Pakistan as their destination – an unusual move that may be an indication they are seeking a safe place to wait as the US blockade takes effect. The Rani and the Amil, which are carrying a combined 1 million barrels of crude, switched their destination signals to Karachi on Tuesday, ship-tracking data show. The two vessels were already outside the Persian Gulf when Washington reimposed its naval blockade of Iranian shipping. It is unlikely the...
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said federal immigration agents won't end vehicle stops, one day after officials announced a temporary pause in such stops after ICE agents fatally shot two men in Texas and Maine.
EV owners were sent hefty PCNs but say some signs in private car parks fail to warn of fees to park and recharge car Does refuelling your car class as parking? The answer appears to be yes if it’s an electric vehicle. Guardian Money has been contacted by several readers who were fined after charging their cars away from home. The motorists report being caught out by signs that fail to make clear that charging points are subject to parking tariffs or to store opening times. Also, they have found some chargers being advertised as available for use when it would be a breach of the car park’s terms and conditions to use them. Continue reading...
An international team is collecting observations to understand how a melting Greenland is affecting ocean currents, which could cause weather change in UK and Europe The post Researchers head to Greenland for ambitious science mission appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
The National Academies report has been the subject of intense scrutiny by energy industry allies ahead of its release.
The sustained demand reflects a global search for alternative energy sources that has been hastened by the energy-supply crunch arising from the Middle East war.
If we are serious about creating a sustainable future, cities must be at the forefront of that journey
US senators unveiled a revised Russia sanctions bill targeting major energy buyers. This legislation seeks to pressure Moscow and its key oil and gas importers. The updated bill reduces previously proposed tariffs on top purchasers like China and India. It also targets Russia's shadow fleet and financial institutions involved in its war. This measure aims to secure broader political support and honor Senator Lindsey Graham's legacy.
An expert panel recommended green clearance for the Naying hydro-electric project. This project will be built across the Siyom river in Arunachal Pradesh. It will boost renewable energy generation and cost an estimated Rs 11,835 crore. The project proponent will provide compensation and rehabilitation for displaced families. Further forest clearance is now required for this significant development.
Annual State of the UK Climate analysis finds last four years in UK are in top five hottest on record The UK’s climatic extremes are becoming increasingly normal, a report has found, with last year the hottest on record and further “unprecedented changes” likely to break the record again soon. Data stretching back to 1884 shows the UK has never experienced a year as hot as 2025, according to the annual State of the UK Climate report, with temperatures pushed to dizzying heights by carbon pollution clogging the atmosphere. Continue reading...
Burnham, who is expected to become the UK's next prime minister, has been handed a letter from the oil and gas industry calling for his support.
A new book sheds light on President Trump’s affinity for fossil fuels.
[ENA] The past week underscored the increasingly interconnected nature of global affairs, as geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, technological competition and climate-related challenges unfolded simultaneously across multiple regions. Developments in one part of the world continued to reverberate across international markets, diplomatic relations and security calculations. These highlight how closely today's global landscape is intertwined.
A Feb. 2025 Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) report states that "prolonged periods of extreme heat events can strain the power grid."
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency has ordered its officers to suspend most vehicle stops around the country, after agents fatally shot two men six days apart during traffic stops in Texas and Maine, officials said on Tuesday. The shift in arrest tactics, which US President Donald Trump’s border tsar, Tom Homan, called a “temporary pause” in vehicle stops, was implemented one day after an ICE agent killed a driver from Colombia in the coastal Maine town of Biddeford, about 24km...
Deaths in Germany spiked 32 percent during a record heatwave in June compared to levels in the previous four years, official data showed Tuesday.
An AI radar system called Bear-dar successfully detected a polar bear family. This system alerted weather station staff in Eureka, Nunavut, allowing a safe response. The bears were guided away from the station and returned to their sea ice habitat. Bear-dar was developed to detect polar bears in all conditions and times. This technology aims to reduce human-wildlife encounters and improve safety for everyone.
Sixteen ScotWind offshore wind projects are expected to generate £25.5 billion in supply chain spending as Scotland expands its renewable energy sector.
An Super El Nino event is emerging over the Pacific Ocean, with forecasts suggesting a period of extreme weather conditions and fluctuations in food prices worldwide. Scientists are investigating geoengineering as a potential remedy to lessen its adverse effects. Meanwhile, immediate action involves enhancing readiness and cutting emissions to address the anticipated consequences.
GenCost report contradicts parties’ claims about abandoning emissions target, and finds nuclear would be most expensive way to generate power Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Claims by the Coalition and One Nation that abandoning a net zero climate target would bring down power prices are contradicted in a new CSIRO report on the costs of generating electricity. Generation costs will probably rise after 2030 regardless of Australia’s policy on net zero , according to the CSIRO’s annual GenCost report, but prices should then stabilise at levels below recent price spikes. Continue reading...
Recent strikes have sent oil prices climbing again, with average gas price per gallon up by 70 cents on last year Inflation cooled to an annual rate of 3.5% in June as the brief US-Iran ceasefire, which has since ended, brought energy prices down, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The consumer price index (CPI), which measures a basket of goods and services, has been elevated since the start of the war, largely because of higher energy prices. After mostly staying under 3% since mid-2024, CPI reached a three-year high of 4.2% in May – up from 2.4% in February. Month-over-month, CPI fell 0.8% in June, the largest one-month decrease since April 2020. Continue reading...
But state and industry officials said it remains unclear if mining companies will be interested in coal, uranium and other minerals in land removed from the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments.
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Oil is giving up gains after Trump said he would scrap the plan to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Temperature records are forecast to melt away today as five provinces and one territory sit under Environment Canada weather alerts warning of extreme heat or ensuing storms.
UAE says Iranian cruise missiles hit two oil tankers in strait, killing a crew member and wounding eight US launches third night of strikes on Iran as Trump announces Hormuz blockade Resurgent oil and fuel prices could cement a fourth interest rate rise in Australia this year if Donald Trump’s renewed conflict with Iran is not resolved within a week , economists warn. US missile strikes on Iran and Trump’s announcement of a new maritime blockade has lifted oil prices to their highest point in the month since the two countries agreed to a peace deal . Continue reading...
Skeptical Science is partnering with Gigafact to produce fact briefs — bite-sized fact checks of trending claims. You can submit claims you think need checking via the tipline . Are electric vehicles unable to function in extreme heat? Extreme heat can temporarily reduce range, but recent research does not show that EVs are unable to operate in hot weather. Much of the decrease comes from energy diverted to cool the vehicle, not because EV batteries or motors stop functioning. Modern EVs use thermal management systems to keep components within safe operating temperatures. U.S. Department of Energy testing in 2024 found EV range fell on average about 14% at an ambient temperature of 95°F (35°C) compared with mild weather. However, the same proportional decrease...
[Leadership] Regulators and investors have urged urgent expansion of green finance instruments -- from green bonds to sustainability-linked loans -- as the key to unlocking Africa's low-carbon transition, closing the continent's climate finance gap and attracting global capital.
Oil surged to almost $87 a barrel, its highest level in a month after the United States and Iran traded attacks as they vied over the Hormuz Strait.
Engineers developed a new solar panel design inspired by bee honeycombs. This innovative three-dimensional concave structure redirects reflected light back into the panel. Researchers report significant power output increases compared to conventional flat panels. The flexible metamaterial allows integration into curved surfaces and vehicles. This advancement expands solar power applications beyond traditional rooftop installations.
Live Science spoke with sea level expert Sönke Dangendorf about how human-caused sea-level rise is increasing extreme water levels, as once-in-a-century flooding events become decadal.
A potentially record-breaking summer storm season in Saskatchewan is showing no sign of letting up. Severe weather ripped through the province again over the weekend.
Roger Worthington, one of the lawyers at the center of a huge climate lawsuit against the oil and gas industry, faces congressional scrutiny.
President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has pledged to revive Colombia’s oil sector and voiced support for fracking.
Lobby appeals to prospective PM’s reindustrialisation agenda as it pushes for Rosebank and Jackdaw approval The UK’s North Sea oil industry has made a last-ditch attempt to curry favour with the Labour government by appealing to Andy Burnham’s reindustrialisation agenda just days before he is expected to become Britain’s next prime minister. Industry lobbyists have written to more than 400 Labour MPs to call on the government’s new leaders to allow more oil and gas drilling in UK waters to support homegrown energy and show “a commitment to UK manufacturing, industrial capability and the skilled workforce that has powered the nation for generations”. Continue reading...
Sediment eroded from ice-capped mountains splays out across a broad river valley on Russia’s Severny Island.
A group of more than 80 MPs and MSPs have signed a pledge to oppose the planned Rosebank oil field
Bears Ears National Monument and Grand Staircase-Escalante are now a tenth of their size.
The pests are becoming such a nuisance that locals in Llanelli, south Wales, have claimed they can't cook meals without swarms of flies landing in their food.
The renewable energy systems have been switched off in dozens of schools across Suffolk after three separate blazes in less than a year.
A farm in Lincolnshire is evolving into a lucrative wildland endeavor, with beavers playing a pivotal role in this ecological project. The initiative focuses on demonstrating that restoring nature can lead to substantial private income. Current revenue streams are generated through carbon removal and biodiversity credits, with aspirations to draw significant investments for sustainable environmental solutions.
France on Monday battled two fires that scorched over 1,300 hectares in a forest south of Paris on Monday, as police arrested two people suspected of arson. The fire erupted Sunday in the sprawling Fontainebleau forest, a former royal hunting estate that today is dotted with quiet villages, about 60km (40 miles) southeast of the capital. As the region sweltered through its latest heatwave, the wildfire – rare in the north of the country – quickly spread across the Unesco biosphere reserve,...
Brent crude rises 5% after US president says 20% toll will be imposed on key trade route to cover ‘safety and security’ Oil prices rose 5% on Monday as Donald Trump reinstated the US blockade of Iranian shipping in the Gulf and will charge other countries to pass through the strait of Hormuz. As the US and Iran exchanged strikes amid an escalating standoff over the vital trade route, the price of Brent crude climbed to $79.37 a barrel. Continue reading...
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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Court of Appeal has ordered a fresh review of a disputed Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) carbon credits tender, ruling that procurement entities cannot introduce new evaluation criteria during the due diligence stage of a tender process.
This is a re-post from The Climate Brink by Andrew Dessler I have a commentary in Carbon Brief today, written with my friend, Prof. Chris Callahan . It focuses on the recent heatwave in France. One point we wanted to make, but that was downplayed after the elves at Carbon Brief edited the piece, is that this event should make us rethink the victory lap people took after RCP8.5 was judged to be implausible . The focus on arguments about emissions scenarios that only affect the climate late in this century takes the spotlight off the fact that the impacts of climate change are already here and they’re significant, as this French heatwave shows. The reduction in future emissions is good news, but it may be cancelled by the fact that models seem to be...
Brent crude remains below $80 a barrel; European shares push cautiously higher while Asian shares tumble with South Korea’s Kospi down nearly 10% People in the UK: have you used prediction markets to bet on the World Cup or other events? Drinkers across the UK were shocked when a pint in some London bars hit £10, and now a cup of coffee is facing a similar inflationary rate. Some baristas are now charging £6.50 for a flat white. Higher energy bills, inflated by the war in the Middle East , as well as government policies which have increased tax and wages, are filtering through into coffee prices, experts said. Continue reading...
French summers are becoming increasingly difficult for people living in poorly insulated homes, so can tenants stop paying rent if their home becomes unbearably hot during a heatwave?
Satellites and other objects falling from orbit into our atmosphere tend to burn up, but can that harm our atmospheres in ways we don't understand yet?
The South Carolina Republican was once a member of a group looking for a deal on bipartisan climate legislation.
The draft decision concerning coal ash dumps comes three years after the Biden administration rejected a similar proposal from Alabama regulators.
[allAfrica] The global conversation on energy transition has gained remarkable momentum in recent years. Across continents, governments are setting ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions, expand renewable energy, and ultimately achieve net-zero economies. Nigeria has not been left behind. Through its Energy Transition Plan and other climate commitments, the country has signaled its intention to embrace a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
[New Dawn] Monrovia -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia, through the Enhancing the Resilience of Vulnerable Coastal Communities in Sinoe County (ERVCCS) Project, has sponsored three Liberian technical experts to participate in a one-week intensive training program in India aimed at strengthening the country's climate monitoring and weather forecasting capacity.
High temperatures and below average rainfall put pressure on waterways used to cool reactors Above average temperatures combined with below average rainfall across much of western and central Europe during June and the first half of July have placed increasing pressure on rivers, ecosystems and energy infrastructure. Persistent high pressure brought prolonged sunshine, suppressed rainfall and enhanced evaporation, causing river levels to fall and water temperatures to increase. These unusually warm rivers are affecting electricity generation in France, as several nuclear power stations rely on river water for cooling. Under French environmental regulations, operators must limit the amount of heat discharged back into rivers, meaning electricity output may need to be reduced when water temperatures...
The blaze broke out near Conwy Mountain and the Sychnant Pass in Conwy county on Sunday.
New satellite images suggest China’s land reclamation at Antelope Reef in the South China Sea is nearly finished, according to researchers. One image taken on June 22 showed that dredgers within the lagoon of the teardrop-shaped coral atoll in the Paracel Islands had been replaced by cargo barges, an indication that land reclamation was near completion, London-based research group the Open Source Centre (OSC) said on social media on Friday. Meanwhile, four large, blue cylindrical storage silos...
Climate change is shrinking glaciers, destabilizing the state’s coastline and shaking its tourism industry. The post Collapsing mountains in Alaska are causing massive tsunamis appeared first on High Country News.
Climate change added between 3-4°C to maximum temperatures and is estimated to be responsible for about 42% of the deaths across both heatwaves
Breathable fabrics and loose cuts are in. It’s possible to beat the heat without dressing like you’re off to the beach or the lido Never mind weddings or job interviews. When it comes to getting dressed, the past few weeks have confirmed that the biggest challenge is what to wear to the office during a heatwave. I write this as Europe is grappling with record-breaking temperatures due to the climate crisis. In the UK, fire brigades have issued wildfire alerts , with temperatures reaching more than 36C . My street now resembles an art installation, with varying colours and patterns of bed sheets taped to windows in the battle against the heat. The corner shop has pivoted to selling fans. And everyone is lingering just that little bit longer in the freezer aisle. Given the somewhat apocalyptic...
European countries reported more than 10,000 excess deaths during the record-breaking heatwave that engulfed the west of the continent in late June, official data showed. The vast majority – more than 9,000 – were among people aged 65 and above, according to data published by EuroMOMO, a network backed by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the World Health Organization. Extreme heat can kill by causing heatstroke, or aggravating cardiovascular and respiratory...
State regulators voted this month to boost the financial backstop for high-risk oil and gas sites.
While New York pushed back a near-term climate goal, Gov. Kathy Hochul touted the state’s solar deployment, a major new transmission line and plans to boost nuclear power to achieve its 2050 net-zero target.
For some electric vehicle batteries, it costs more to recycle them than they're worth. That creates all kinds of problems, which a new Colorado law aims to solve.
[RFI] Mutare, Zimbabwe - Zimbabwean farmers in Chipinge are reviving drought-resistant traditional crops through an FAO-backed community seed bank, helping them cope with worsening climate variability. The initiative, rooted in indigenous knowledge, is strengthening food security and offering a safety net against future droughts and floods.
Wildfire quickly burnt more than 800 hectares, with villages evacuated, highway partly closed and high-speed rail disrupted French officials rushed two firefighting planes to the Paris region on Sunday after a “very virulent” fire of “exceptional scale” erupted in the sprawling Fontainebleau forest about 60km (40 miles) south-east of the capital. The fire began late afternoon in the one-time royal hunting preserve that today is dotted with quiet villages. It raced across 800 hectares (2,000 acres) and was still spreading early on Monday, officials said, causing the partial closure of the A6 highway, the country’s main north-south artery, and disrupting traffic during a busy, heatwave-stricken summer travel weekend. Continue reading...
Enraged drivers have faced gargantuan queues as nationwide fuel shortages continue after Ukraine's attacks on the country's oil refineries and tanker ships.
The heatwaves in May and June are thought to have claimed more than 2,700 lives in the UK, and scientists have warned that unless more is done to combat climate change, things will only get worse.
After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week
Britain's scorching May and June heatwaves are thought to have claimed more than 2,700 lives, with almost half of those deaths fuelled by climate change.
Parts of the United Kingdom are at “exceptional” risk of wildfires as the heatwave continues, experts have warned. Areas in southern England and the Midlands are highlighted as being at highest risk, according to Natural England. Its fire severity index shows the area of “exceptional” risk is set to increase and spread to the South East and east of England by the middle of the week while most of the rest of England and Wales is deemed to be of “very high” risk over the coming days. The Met...
Figures come as large parts of southern Europe endure another record-breaking period of extreme temperatures France recorded more than 5,700 excess deaths during its June heatwave, authorities have said, as swathes of southern Europe continue to endure another record-breaking period of extreme temperatures. The French national health agency said on Wednesday that it had recorded 5,764 excess deaths between 17 June and 2 July, an excess mortality rate of 36%. Continue reading...
Just a short time after reducing regulations regarding fuel and exhaust systems around diesel engines, the EPA seems to be cutting them even more.
While the storm was expected to lose strength through the rest of the week, forecasters warned that it still could produce damaging winds, coastal storm surges and isolated flooding.
The President laid down the ultimatum on Wednesday as oil prices spiked to their highest level in more than a month.
Amazon forest fires reached a historic low in 2025 after a severe 2024 drought. Shifting weather patterns and reduced deforestation contributed to this significant decline. Community awareness grew after the previous year's widespread destruction and damage. President Lula's administration prioritized forest protection, leading to lower deforestation rates. However, a potential super El Niño event threatens future progress and increased fire risks.
There is so far no EU agreement on an extension of sanctions on Russia to the nuclear power sector.
The U.S. stock market is drifting in mixed trading Wednesday, while oil prices climb another 3 per cent as fighting continues in the war with Iran.
Learn more about the Arctic bobtail squid and why this new sighting is so important to understanding its ecology.
EU poised for worst crop harvest in decade, sparking concern about the impact on food prices The heatwave that swept across Europe in June is estimated to have cost the continent’s grain farmers €2bn (£1.7bn) in lost revenue and destroyed 9m tonnes of crops, sparking concern about the impact on the price of food. Coceral, the European cereals and oilseeds trade association, made the estimate for the harvest of crops such as wheat, barley, maize and oats following the heatwave. Continue reading...
Ruben Ray Martinez, 23, was fatally shot by an ICE agent two months into President Trump's second term. His mother says her family has yet to receive justice.
Oil prices continue to rise as prospects of a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran remain dim.
A reef skipper accused of telling crew to "let them die" about snorkelling tourists has won an unfair dismissal case after the FWC found his sacking was botched.
The Trump White House is set to announce a significant nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia. This agreement allows for extensive civilian nuclear cooperation and uranium enrichment on Saudi soil. Critics express concerns about nuclear proliferation and regional security implications. The US administration argues this approach counters Russian and Chinese influence in the region. Lawmakers will scrutinize the deal, which may weaken existing non-proliferation safeguards.
[This Day] Yenagoa -- A renewable energy firm, All On, has said it's committed to more investments and innovations to achieve clean and sustainable energy in Nigeria, especially in the rural communities.
Equinor benefits from move to increase oil and gas production during strait of Hormuz blockades Business live – latest updates Profits at Norway’s state oil company nearly doubled to $11.5bn (£8.6bn) in the three months to the end of June as the jump in oil and gas prices caused by the war against Iran boosted earnings. Equinor benefited from a decision to increase oil and gas production at the start of the conflict, filling a gap in the market after a near-halt to shipping through the strait of Hormuz caused Gulf oil flows to slump. Continue reading...
France's environment minister Monique Barbut said Wednesday that she will remain in her post despite her disagreement with a bill on bee-harming pesticides, given the "urgency" to act on climate change. Earlier in the day, Barbut said she would submit her resignation to the president.
“Every coal plant, every gas plant, every solar farm in the U.S. — one unit of energy out of five generated by them is going to data centers,” said a BloombergNEF analyst.
Crushed volcanic rock spread on farms accelerates natural carbon capture processes. This method converts atmospheric carbon dioxide into stable bicarbonate ions for storage. Basalt also releases essential nutrients, improving soil health and crop yields. Field experiments show potential for significant carbon removal alongside agricultural benefits. Ongoing research aims to verify effectiveness and integrate farms into carbon removal strategies.
“You’d see massive glacier calvings, and you’d just want to cry. But all the guests would be cheering. And you’d be like … ‘can you not put two and two together?’” Those are the words of a former Antarctic tour guide we interviewed. For anyone interested in nature, few jobs sound more enviable. You spend […]
China is pushing to ensure that electric trucks account for at least 40 per cent of new heavy-goods vehicle sales by 2030, as part of a broader effort to reduce carbon emissions in its vast transport sector. That would mean having at least 1.6 million electric heavy-goods vehicles on the road by the end of the decade, said Cai Tuanjie, an official from China’s Ministry of Transport, at a Tuesday press briefing. Electric trucks currently make up nearly 30 per cent of China’s new heavy-goods...
This is a re-post from The Climate Brink Over the past week smoke from Canadian wildfires has once again poured into cities across Canada and the northern US. Toronto briefly had the worst air quality of any major city on Earth , Thunder Bay’s readings went off the top of Canada’s air quality health index scale, and unhealthy air alerts stretched from Minneapolis to New York City . This smoke-pocalypse has renewed a long-standing debate online that these fires aren’t really about climate change at all, but about forest mismanagement. Decades of aggressive fire suppression, the argument goes, have let fuel pile up. We don’t log enough, thin enough, or do enough prescribed burning The forests are overgrown tinderboxes and we have...
[Vanguard] Flags off 1.5MW solar mini-grid, says state'll become power exporter in two years.
Description Data from the Earth-orbiting U.S.-India NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite’s L-band radar was used to produce an image of Nunatak Zaterjavshijsja — a mountaintop in East Antarctica — poking out amid a stream of ice flowing northeast to the ocean. The obstruction causes stresses in the ice, heavily fracturing the surrounding surfaces with […]
Crude oil prices extended their rally as Middle East tensions escalated. Brent crude held above ninety dollars a barrel amid supply disruption fears. Houthi threats affected shipping activity in the Red Sea region. Military actions continued overnight impacting energy shipping routes. Global food insecurity risks also increased due to these disruptions.
In a letter to shippers, the Houthis have threatened to attack any ships that load or discharge Saudi oil Houthis threaten to attack shipping tankers if they use Saudi Arabian ports on Red Sea Lebanon’s president, Joseph Aoun, is due to meet Donald Trump for the first time today as he wraps up a four-day visit to Washington. The meeting coincides with ongoing US-mediated talks between Lebanon and Israel. The two sides announced a “framework agreement” on 26 June which stipulates the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon as well as the disarmament of Hezbollah. Continue reading...
Conditions from Tropical Storm Bertha will continue to spread into Wednesday across parts of the north Gulf Coast, the National Hurricane Center said.
Iran-backed Yemeni group, the Houthis, have threatened a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia. What this essentially means is that Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports are set to be hit. And India which gets a big portion of its crude imports from the Middle East country.
This is a re-post from Yale Climate Connections by Jeff Masters As climate change bakes forests across North America, dense smoke from dozens of out-of-control wildfires burning in northern Minnesota and adjacent portions of Ontario is blanketing tens of millions of people with hazardous pollution. The fires are bringing the worst air quality on record to much of the Great Lakes, mid-Atlantic, and Northeast United States. Pollution from small particles called PM2.5 — the fine particles less than 2.5 microns in diameter are the primary air pollution killers — has been far into the “Hazardous” range across five states since Wednesday morning. The award for worst air in the nation on July 16 went to the city that has in the past billed itself as a climate...
Experts warn global energy market at a ‘critical juncture’ with escalating Middle East crisis expected to further drag on a slowing Australian economy Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The likelihood of a Reserve Bank interest rate hike has doubled according to market forecasts, as the escalating Middle East crisis once again drives fuel prices higher amid dwindling global oil reserves. The total breakdown in the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has sent the international Brent crude benchmark surging by 23% over the past two weeks and back within reach of $US90 a barrel. Continue reading...
Human chemicals are accumulating inside coral tissues, weakening their ability to cope. Contaminants from various sources build up, reducing vital nutrient and energy reserves. This internal chemical shift makes corals significantly less resilient to environmental stressors. Monitoring these internal chemical fingerprints offers a new way to track hidden impacts. Reducing chemical pollution is crucial for protecting marine and human health.
As the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve and global oil reserves dwindle, China's sway over energy markets and gas prices grows.
A new study finds that consumers who are paying a premium for foods advertised as made with avocado oil are probably not getting what they think they're buying.
Asia’s oil buyers are facing the risk of a second maritime chokepoint being disrupted after Iran-aligned Houthi militants threatened to impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, even as shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remain severely disrupted by the US-Iran conflict. Analysts said any serious disruption in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could leave Asia with fewer alternatives for Middle Eastern crude, threatening Saudi shipments and increasing the risk of oil prices rising above US$100 per...
In a note dated July 20, Goldman Sachs analysts said, “Escalation in the Middle East and the decline in estimated Persian Gulf flows to below 45% of pre-war levels have pushed oil prices back up.”
BEIJING - China is building more large-scale wind and solar than the rest of the world combined, but inadequate transmission links and a continued reliance on coal-fired power are limiting its use, according to a report published on Tuesday.
“As expected, the usual climate change ‘debate’ has naturally surfaced.”
National disaster agency confirms ‘severe financial and human losses’ in eastern province of Nuristan Rescue crews in Afghanistan are searching for survivors and bodies among the rubble of houses destroyed by devastating flash floods that authorities said had killed nearly two dozen people and left more than 100 people missing. The Afghanistan national disaster management authority said on Tuesday that 23 people had died, 80 had been injured and more than 100 were missing after floods struck the eastern province of Nuristan on Monday, causing an undetermined number of buildings to collapse. The provincial capital city of Parun was among the areas affected, authorities said. Continue reading...
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Members of Parliament have raised concern over persistent delays in electricity connections across the country, blaming an apparent lack of coordination between the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) and Kenya Power.
The Trump administration is undoing fuel-saving efforts even as war in Iran, data centers and heat waves are pushing up gasoline and electricity costs.
Residents across Europe have struggled to sleep during the latest record heat waves. But as the planet continues to warm, sleep deprivation could create an epidemic of mental and physical ill-health.
Tories, Reform, fossil fuel industry and some in his party lined up against net zero agenda as energy secretary “Whenever the Labour party feels a bit sad,” according to one close observer of the current government, speaking some months ago, “they wheel out Ed Miliband to talk about rooftop solar .” It might not have been literally true, but it often felt during Keir Starmer’s premiership as if energy secretary Miliband brought the sun. Unfailingly upbeat, with a simple message that was understandable to voters, he had a clear mission – to decarbonise the UK’s power sector by 2030 – that was seen to be progressing fast. Continue reading...
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, July 20 -- The head of Somalia's National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) on Monday met with the commander of the Somali National Army's Land Forces to discuss strengthening cooperation on disaster preparedness, emergency response and mitigation of climate-related risks.
Investors and analysts will be seeking clues on how quickly global oil field activity could rebound in 2027 and which regions could drive growth.
A third of the research offices the agency is evaluating to possibly close works in climate adaptation and wildfire prevention.
Fossil fuel firms claim the rules will trigger catastrophic supply disruptions if implemented next year.
Long regarded as an outlier scenario, climate tipping points are now making their way into portfolio analysis and even informing financial regulations.
Albanese government’s approval of North West Shelf gas extension being challenged by the Australian Conservation Foundation and Friends of Australian Rock Art The Albanese government’s decision to approve one of the world’s largest gas projects in Western Australia is being challenged in the federal court, setting up a significant test of how Australia’s environment law deals with the climate crisis. The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) and Friends of Australian Rock Art (Fara) are this week running concurrent court challenges against the approval of the extension of Woodside’s major North West Shelf gas export project. Continue reading...
Heavy rainfall inundated Srinagar's Lal Chowk and other city areas on Monday morning. Netizens criticized the government over the drainage system's alleged failure. Officials cited overwhelming rainfall, while critics questioned the Smart City infrastructure project. The Omar Abdullah cabinet previously raised concerns and ordered an external audit. Widespread rain continues across Kashmir, with risks of landslides and flash floods.
The California attorney general has again sued the Trump administration over continued approvals that have allowed an offshore oil operation to restart along Santa Barbara County's coast.
New 50% tariffs exclude energy products, fish and critical minerals, but include goods that had previously been protected by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Donald Trump to impose 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, White House says Sign up for the Breaking News US email While speaking to reporters on Sunday, Donald Trump acknowledged the three US military casualties as the strikes on Iran continue unabated. “Well, we feel very badly, but you know those great people, those great patriots, were out there fighting that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” Trump said while returning to Washington from the Fifa World Cup final in New Jersey. Continue reading...
Flowerhorn cichlids, bred by humans, have found their way into Lake Sampaloc, a crater lake in the Philippines. Their presence poses a significant threat to the local ecosystem, competing aggressively with native ayungin fish and disrupting aquaculture. Experts raise alarms about the potential for disease transmission and the rapid expansion of this invasive species, underscoring a pressing global issue of domesticated animals affecting natural habitats.
Industry experts say India's crude procurement pattern during the US-Iran conflict reflects a flexible and well-diversified sourcing strategy. India’s crude oil imports from Russia in July so far have averaged at around 2.45 million barrels per day.
TEHRAN - Iran is fighting a "full-scale war" with the United States, its president said Monday, as Washington expanded its strikes across the Islamic republic including a city hosting a nuclear power plant.
Scientists recorded slower reduction over past 20 years, but study finds this was ‘temporary rather than sustained’ A previously recorded slowdown in Arctic sea ice decline has ended, according to a new study, with the largest year-to-year wintertime reduction ever recorded. In a study published last summer, researchers found that melting sea ice in the Arctic had slowed down over the past 20 years, with no statistically significant decline in its extent recorded between 2005 and 2024. Continue reading...
Forecasters also warned of 40 mph wind gusts, and possible “life threatening” storm surge along Alabama, Mississippi, and southeastern Louisiana coasts.
U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly said during his trade war that Washington does not need Canadian products, including the country's oil and gas.
Depression set to become tropical storm later on Monday as separate storm strengthens off Mexico’s Pacific coast A tropical depression was continuing to develop along the US Gulf coast on Monday as Tropical Storm Fausto strengthened off Mexico ’s south-west Pacific coast. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami said that the depression was expected to become a tropical storm later on Monday, prompting new watches for portions of the Gulf region. Continue reading...
The tropical system is forecast to spread heavy rain and storm surge threats as its wind field expands. The post Tropical Depression 2 crawls in the Gulf, trying to organize appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Most of this inland sea is a dry lakebed the size of Ireland, and it has already released 748 million metric tons of CO2. But scientists say there's still time to reverse course.
Historical data, diversified pools of policyholders, and statistical probability have allowed insurers to estimate future losses and allocate capital accordingly.
A federal district court judge dismissed legal claims made by Sable Offshore Corp. and ExxonMobil that the county’s denial of permits to Sable was an illegal taking of its property. It builds on a series of uphill legal battles for Sable to pump oil at its Las Flores pipeline off the Santa Barbara Coast —...
Benchmark hits a four-year high as oil briefly breaches $90 a barrel before easing after Tehran says talks ongoing European gas prices have hit a four-month high as the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East raises fears of supply shortages this winter. The Dutch natural gas benchmark briefly rose above €60 a megawatt hour (MWh) on Monday, near the peaks seen at the start of the US-Iran conflict, after the US expanded its aerial offensive and Iran retaliated with strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait. Continue reading...
The move escalates Republican attacks on educational materials about climate change for judges.
The Trump administration has been dragging its feet on implementing the Biden-era standard, which recently survived legal challenges.
[SAnews.gov.za] Eskom has successfully installed a renewable energy microgrid solution at the Mafikeng Provincial Hospital in the North West, ensuring continued, reliable electricity supply to the institution.
Taiwan is reviewing liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Papua New Guinea after the Pacific nation said it would close Taipei’s unofficial representative office. PNG announced last week that it would immediately shut down the office, with Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko saying the move reflected the government’s “unwavering commitment to the one-China policy” ahead of the 50th anniversary of the country’s diplomatic ties with Beijing. Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian swiftly...
Low cloud cover has been expanding since 1979, reflecting more sunlight into space, but scientists expect that trend to reverse and accelerate global warming
Volle „Solar Power“: Lorde hat nach einem Regenschauer die Sonne in den Olympiapark zurückgelockt. Brasilianische Hitze mit Anitta trotz Regen über Berlin und große Gefühle bei Teddy Swims, Lorde und Lewis Capaldi: Der Sonntag beim Lollapalooza 2026 hatte noch einmal einiges zu bieten. Als Capaldi zum großen Schlussakt des Lollapaloozas 2026 ansetzt, bleiben noch gut 35 Minuten bis zum Anpfiff beim WM-Finale Spanien gegen Argentinien. Wer sich jetzt... Der Beitrag Lorde, Lewis Capaldi, Zartmann: Der Sonntag beim Lollapalooza 2026 erschien zuerst auf Rolling Stone.
President Javier Milei said oil, gas and mining sectors could become new engines of economic growth for Argentina, which has relied on agriculture.
Ukrainian drones hit an oil storage facility and a logistics plants in the Moscow region overnight, the second such attack in two days.
A floating research station resembling a giant aluminium igloo set out from France on Sunday to begin a long-term mission in the Arctic that will see it drift with the polar ice in the most hostile of environments.
The state’s first Superfund research center is looking into how climate change is resurfacing industrial pollution.
Oil prices climbed significantly as United States and Iran conflict intensified. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz faced increasing pressure and disruptions. US military actions continued for a ninth consecutive night against Iran. Bahrain and Kuwait reported fresh missile and drone strikes across the region. Escalating tensions kept oil prices on an upward trajectory.
Warming waters cause tadpoles to adjust their diets for survival. Young amphibians increase feeding rates and shift toward more plant material. This strategy helps them cope with rising energy demands. However, faster growth leads to smaller and weaker bodies. Conservation efforts must protect cooler habitats for these species.
“The age of fossil fuels is coming to an end,” said EU energy chief Dan Jørgensen on unveiling the electrification plan.
A 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research.
More than one-third of species of shark are at risk of extinction due to overfishing, habitat degradation and climate change, according to officials.
Malaysia is expected to see record high temperatures next year as El Nino strengthens, its meteorological department has said. The El Nino phenomenon is a natural part of the weather cycle, characterised by weakening trade winds and warmer sea currents in the Pacific Ocean. Climate experts have warned of a strong or super-strong El Nino this year, raising risks of severe weather such as droughts, floods and heatwaves. Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip, director general of Malaysia’s Meteorological...
The hills and basins of Seattle, Washington, have been sculpted by glaciers and modified by humans.
Revolutionary Guard says it targeted US aircraft in Jordan and stopped two tankers in strait while American military says it is ‘holding Iran accountable’ The price of oil jumped in early Asian trade on Monday after the US carried out its latest wave of strikes on Iran and a vessel caught fire in the strait of Hormuz. Brent crud e for September delivery rose 2.72% to $90.50 a barrel by around 0100 GMT, after briefly crossing $91 – its highest price since June. CENTCOM assets targeted Iranian military command centers, air defense and coastal surveillance sites, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and communications networks to further diminish Iran’s ability to attack commercial vessels and civilian mariners transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. military is holding...
Torrential rain caused flash floods and landslides in Poonch and Rajouri districts. At least fourteen people died, and several others remain missing after homes were buried. Rescue operations are underway for those trapped beneath debris and mud. Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar NH-44 was disrupted, and the Amarnath Yatra was suspended. Authorities issued a flood alert across Jammu division as river water levels surged.
A tropical storm watch was issued for the western Florida Panhandle on Sunday, July 19, after large but disorganized circulation over the northeast Gulf of Mexico was designated Tropical Depression 2 by the NOAA/NWS National Hurricane Center on Sunday morning. Although it may struggle to approach hurricane strength, TD 2 could develop a core of […] The post TD 2 predicted to strengthen near upper Gulf Coast appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Over 70% of global nuclear power plants rely on one specific reactor design. Discover the dual-loop architecture dominating the energy grid.
US President Donald Trump has said people in the Scottish city of Aberdeen will be “dancing in the streets” following reports Andy Burnham could back new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea. The incoming UK prime minister, dubbed the “King of the North” for his work as the mayor of Greater Manchester in northwestern England, has not confirmed reports that he is considering approving new fossil fuel production, particularly in the North Sea’s Rosebank and Jackdaw fields. But in a post on his...
Kuwait says an electricity and water plant is on fire after the second such attack in two days. Iran says US strikes hit an under-construction nuclear power plant.
Top Democrat says findings show public ‘way ahead of the politicians’ as Trump dismisses global heating as ‘hoax’ Amid a summer of dangerous heat , drought and floods , a majority of Americans are connecting increasingly severe weather to the climate crisis, new polling shows, despite efforts by Donald Trump to dismiss global heating as a “con job” and a “hoax”. It’s a sign that attempts to suppress polarize climate concerns may not be seeing full success, said Grace Adcox, senior climate strategist at Data for Progress. Continue reading...
A listing of 28 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, July 12, 2026 thru Sat, July 18, 2026. Stories we promoted this week, by category: Climate Change Impacts (7 articles) New research : Doomsday Glacier ice shelf could 'give way any day now' "Just have a Think" on Youtubue, Dave Borlace, July 5, 2026. Grey whales are dying along our shores. Researchers say a warming climate may be part of the problem Although a number of factors may be contributing to the die-off, scientists say it’s likely at least partly due to climate change. Melting Arctic ice and warmer waters may be reducing the number of small sea creatures the whales rely on for food, and altering the selection of what does remain. CBC''...
The United Nations' nuclear energy agency said Sunday it's investigating Iran's allegation that the U.S. military struck a nuclear power plant.
From a “vapid and superficial” tribute to her late grandma’s FEET, to MJ’s hope that the private jet-loving family will solve climate change, people have a lot of thoughts.View Entire Post ›
Campaigners hope move will force commercial banks to rethink holding assets linked to the fossil fuel Climate campaigners have declared a victory after the Bank of England said it would no longer accept bonds linked to one of the most polluting industries on the planet for key loan arrangements. The ban, which comes into force in October, marks a fresh crackdown on thermal coal, which is burned in power plants to create electricity, and has long been a target of green policy activists . Continue reading...
Follow the latest updates live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Rising fuel prices could force interest rate rise Shane Oliver , chief economist at AMP, said fuel prices could rise another 10 cents as the rebound in oil prices had not yet fully flowed through, in a note on Friday. The longer the strait remains closed and the war escalates, the greater the risk that oil prices will have to rise to around $US150/barrel to bring demand down to match the hit to supply. Continue reading...
Oil change prices are going up due to a number of different factors. Will you be ready to hand over your credit card the next time you head to the shop?
Dry conditions could allow the devastating wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park to keep burning for days, locals fear.
When devastating floods swept through Assam in northeastern India in 2018, the disaster quickly triggered a troubling question within New Delhi’s security corridors. As technology advances, could control over the weather become a tool of geopolitical pressure, or even a weapon? Much of the concern centred on neighbouring China. Assam’s then finance minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, publicly warned about Beijing’s Tianhe, or Sky River, initiative, one of the world’s largest weather-modification...
This approach is far more carbon- and energy-efficient than conventional methods, according to the researchers.
Minister of Local Development and Environment Manal Awad met with Turkish Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum on the sidelines of the D-8 Ministerial Meeting on Environment, held in Turkey on July 16–17 as part of preparations for the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31). The meeting was attended by Assistant Minister … The post Egypt, Turkey discuss expanding environmental cooperation ahead of COP31 appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Egyptian media host Amr Adib said that the escalating conflict in the Middle East will lead to dire repercussions, as threats to target oil facilities inside Iran have driven up oil prices amid fears of a wider crisis. The price of a barrel of oil has returned to US$85, with expectations that it could reach … The post Amr Adib warns that Iran war could shake the global economy appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Millions in China have been moved by a man who swam for three hours through floods to check on his parents’ status. The floods in southern China’s Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, caused by torrential rains and a number of dam collapses, have reportedly left 39 people dead and affected nearly 400,000 residents. From July 3 to 6, cumulative rainfall in Guangxi’s southern region reached 400 mm to 600 mm, with Qinzhou city receiving over 800 mm of precipitation. On July 6, a 30-year-old man...
The Warri Kingdom is situated in the heart of Nigeria’s oil-producing Niger Delta, a region whose petroleum wealth has helped fuel one of Africa’s largest economies for decades. But many surrounding communities lack basic infrastructure, clean drinking water, schools and healthcare. “The kingdom sadly suffers from what I call the resource curse,” the queen consort, … The post In Nigeria’s oil heartland, Olori Atuwatse III sees a different resource appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The government is moving closer to approving new regulations that would allow petroleum production licences to be renewed multiple times, a significant shift aimed at strengthening investment in exploration and production.
B.C. is expecting a surge in electricity demand over the next two decades. While the province is betting on wind and solar, First Nations say they're exploring every option.
An Indian captain faces sanctions violation charges after his oil tanker was seized. He was denied bail by a London court due to flight risk concerns. A four-week trial is scheduled to begin in mid-December. The captain is accused of transporting sanctioned Russian oil products. Twenty-four crew members remain aboard the detained vessel.
Asia sits atop vast amounts of coal, nearly three-fifths of the world’s known reserves by some estimates. Cheaper and more reliable than imported oil and gas, and far less vulnerable to disruptions caused by foreign wars, coal is also dirty, polluting – and the region’s No 1 “stopgap source” to power the AI infrastructure roll-out. “AI demand is materialising faster than clean energy generation can be commissioned,” said Alexander Kheder, a market research analyst at BMI who tracks global AI...
British families are unwittingly funding Vladimir Putin's industrial scale kidnap of Ukrainian children after Labour watered down oil sanctions, researchers have warned.
The index evaluates states and UTs across eight key pillars: infrastructure, business climate, resources, government policy, regulatory ease, institutional environment, financial health and environmental resilience.
The US struck bridges in Iran, and Tehran responded by hitting a power and desalination plant in Kuwait on Friday, as the two sides risked further escalation by expanding their targets to include infrastructure. At sea, where the renewed conflict has again cut off energy supplies from the Gulf, US Marines boarded a tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. Armed men seized another vessel off Yemen, raising concern over security in the Middle East’s other big choke point for oil shipments at the mouth...
In China, vast sinkholes provide a refuge for the rare Magnolia aromatica trees, buffering them against the harsh realities of climate change. These subterranean havens create stable microclimates that support these endangered species. However, this isolation can limit genetic diversity and hinder the trees' adaptability to future environmental changes. To ensure their survival, conservation efforts must focus on safeguarding habitats while facilitating gene flow between populations.
The spat started when a user mused that she was 'not a climate scientist' but that 'Canadian wildfire smoke' had never stopped her from going outside as a child.
Brent crude prices in the spot market briefly surged to around $144 per barrel before easing as markets adjusted. Yet as ADB notes in its report - despite this unprecedented supply shock, crude oil prices did not reach levels seen during the 1973 Arab oil embargo or even the 1990 Gulf war, if one were to inflation-adjust the prices.
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both countries have a responsibility to fight climate change.
European Commission proposal to overhaul emissions trading system would give companies less demanding pathway to reductions Europe’s most effective method of cutting dangerous planet-heating gases risks being weakened after the European Commission proposed an overhaul of its flagship carbon market, critics have said. In a long-awaited review of the European Union emissions trading system (ETS), the European Commission proposed giving companies a less demanding and cheaper pathway to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Continue reading...
The European Union is facing a green backlash as emissions cuts become harder and require bigger overhauls to industry and livelihoods
Shadow energy secretary Claire Coutinho has revealed operators claimed the grid failed to meet necessary standards as temperatures reached 34C on June 23.
Researchers have found an Earth-like, rocky planet orbiting within the habitable zone of a distant star with an atmosphere.
Average retail prices for heating oil were, at their peak, 92 per cent higher than before the conflict, the CMA report revealed.
[Ghanaian Times] About 230 tree seedlings have been planted at Korle Gonno in Accra as part of a community initiative to restore the area's green cover and support efforts to combat climate change.
Simon King looks at the threats posed to airline operations by hotter weather and rising sea levels.
Steelmakers, chemical producers and power generators will be able to release emissions well into the 2040s under the proposed law.
Nuclear power continues to thrive in many parts of the world, with some countries even getting a majority of their power from nuclear plants.
NEW YORK — There are a few key features that make a planet amenable to life, at least life as earthlings know it. It should be rocky, be at the right temperature for liquid water to exist and have an atmosphere.
Over the last month, states across the country have experienced record rainfall and flash flooding Climate change is driving increasingly common bouts of heavy rain in the US that cause deadly and damaging flash floods that will only become more frequent and intense as the crisis worsens, experts say. A year after deadly flooding in central Texas that swept through a children’s summer camp, the state and other parts of the United States are again experiencing unusually heavy rain. Over the last month, states like Alaska , Missouri , New Jersey, New York , Ohio and Pennsylvania have all experienced record rainfall, causing flash flooding across the country. Continue reading...
Despite "adverse" impacts on ecological and tribal resources, state regulators said it's better than an oil spill in the Great Lakes.
The heatwave has started to move northwards and is now fully occurring around the entire Scottish coastline, including Shetland.
[GroundUp] A desert elephant's 600km journey reveals why conservationists and governments need to rethink the use of fences
Renewed hostility between the US and Iran could cause global gold prices to plunge to US$3,600-3,800 an ounce, or 60,000 baht per baht-weight for domestic gold bar, especially if oil prices rise to $90-100 a barrel and remain at that level for more than a month, according to Thailand's leading gold trader MTS Gold.
Brussels is worried that the U.S. and China might retaliate over extending the EU’s Emissions Trading System to long-haul flights.
Two policy announcements on Friday will show whether the commission can keep its emissions-cutting promises.
[Namibian] A hearing of a lawsuit in which the Municipal Council of Windhoek is suing Namibia Dairies about an oil spill that took place in February 2019 has started in the Windhoek High Court.
[The Conversation Africa] Tsholotsho, in western Zimbabwe's Matabeleland North province, is a remote rural district where families depend on small-scale farming in a harsh landscape marked by recurring droughts and seasonal floods.
Across the US this week, different disasters – from Canadian wildfire smoke darkening the skies in the Midwest and northeast to extreme heat along the east coast to catastrophic flooding in Texas – are disrupting daily life and putting people’s health at risk. When multiple weather catastrophes play out like this at the same time, or in quick succession, experts refer to them as compound events. As climate change makes compound events more likely, experts warned that grappling with them is...
A continuation of hostilities within the Strait of Hormuz is once again threatening one of the world’s most critical supply chain arteries, posing another wave of disruption which could choke the global energy, shipping and commodity markets. With roughly a quarter of global seaborne oil trade transiting through the Strait, alongside significant flows of liquefied […]
Union minister Jitendra Singh asserted no sensitive data breach occurred at Kudankulam nuclear plant. Nuclear Power Corporation of India confirmed core systems remained untouched by the incident. Reliance Infrastructure's contract involved conventional services, not core nuclear systems. A third-party data center provider reported a partial data breach attempt. Isro sources clarified that scientist and engineer resignations are within normal levels.
Mandatory evacuations across the Texas Hill Country are under way as life-threatening flash floods wreck bridges and roads with more heavy rain expected overnight. A wide swathe of Texas is forecast to receive as much as 20cm (eight inches) of additional precipitation through Friday morning to cap off a week of downpours that revived memories of the catastrophic deluge that killed more than 130 people a year ago. Evacuations have been complicated by almost 90 road and highway closures between...
Learn how astronomers confirmed an atmosphere on rocky exoplanet LHS 1140 b, located 48 light-years away in its star’s habitable zone.
Kemi Badenoch has demanded Andy Burnham stop bowing to 'Net Zero zealots' like Ed Miliband and back oil and gas drilling in the North Sea.
It’s the first potentially habitable world known to host an atmosphere, making it a lead contender in the search for life beyond our solar system.
Plastic pollution may ripple downstream, threatening the human and wildlife communities that depend on glacier-fed waters.
A popular hiking trail in Banff National Park has been reopened, following a fatal rockslide in June 2025 that killed two people, but warnings about the dangers remain in place.
Flood sirens blared early Thursday in Comfort, Texas, as the Guadalupe River rose more than 30 feet in three hours, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The storm could bring even more rainfall than last year's deadly Fourth of July floods.
Attribution science is advancing quickly, researchers said. That could support lawsuits seeking damages for severe events worsened by global warming.
Heatwaves, high energy prices, calls for reindustrialisation and North Sea drilling are all high on the to-do list UK politics live – latest updates Wildfires cast a pall of smoke this week over Greater Manchester , whose former mayor Andy Burnham stands on the threshold of No 10. Amid three UK heatwaves so far this year, which have killed thousands of people in England and Wales, damaged harvests and left children crying in classrooms , the new prime minister’s plans for the climate crisis remain as shrouded as his city. “Burnham has been very quiet about the climate [crisis] so far,” says Chris Venables, an environmental campaigner and fellow at the Green Alliance thinktank. “I don’t think [it] is at the forefront of his mind, but that does not mean he will water down this agenda.”...
This is not the first attempt by the US to penalise countries purchasing Russian oil. Last year, Washington imposed an additional 25% tariff on India over its imports of Russian crude, before reversing the measure in February.
Powering Forward: Resilient Workforce Strategies for the US Clean Energy Transition alicia.cypress… Thu, 07/16/2026 - 08:45 The transition to a clean energy economy is transforming labor markets, making workforce adaptability critical to sustaining long-term industry growth. New clean energy policies can rapidly increase labor demand, while global material shortages and trade policies can delay projects and disrupt hiring. At the same time, seismic megatrends such as soaring electricity demand , digitalization, artificial intelligence and demographic changes are reshaping where people live and how they work. As this political and economic uncertainty becomes the norm for the clean energy industry, experts at the intersection of clean energy and workforce development...
The US military targeted an unladen oil tanker which it said was heading for the key Iranian oil terminal on Kharg island.
The emissions trading system became a global blueprint for pricing carbon and cutting CO2. Now industry groups are pushing back against tougher climate rules. How effective is the scheme and where does it fall short?
India's Nuclear Power Corporation stated a data breach involves conventional plant facilities. The reported leaked files pertain only to non-nuclear safety systems. These documents were prepared by Reliance Infrastructure Ltd. for common services. The breach does not compromise nuclear security or reactor core systems. The affected information relates to plant units under construction.
It's one of the healthiest cooking oils on the market. But it turns out the avocado oil in your favourite snacks might be fake.
Challenges to the voluntary zero-deforestation pact could impose costs for forests and the soy sector
Am Lollapalooza-Wochenende in Berlin drohen Regen und Wind: Wir zeigen die aktuelle Wetter-Prognose und geben Tipps für ein wetterfestes Festival-Outfit. Es sollte das Sommerwochenende schlechthin in Berlin werden: Am 17. und 18. Juli steht das Lollapalooza Festival in der deutschen Hauptstadt an. Doch die Vibes haben leider nichts von Zara Larssons „Midnight Sun“ oder Lordes „Solar Power“ – der Wetterbericht verspricht eher grau und nass à la „Rain Over Me“ von Pitbull. Damit sich die... Der Beitrag Lollapalooza Berlin: Wetter-Prognose und Tipps fürs Festival-Outfit erschien zuerst auf Rolling Stone.
Crude oil prices climbed for a fourth day, exceeding eighty-five dollars per barrel. Investors reacted to escalating United States and Iran conflict and shipping route security. United States strikes on Iran's missile sites and coastal defense positions occurred. This intensified worries over oil moving through the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts suggest prices could rise further depending on conflict developments.
Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 oil tunnel, which would run under the Straits of Mackinac, still needs state and federal permits.
[This Day] Falling equipment costs, battery storage and smarter energy infrastructure dominated discussions at Solar & Storage Live Nigeria 2026, as industry leaders said Nigeria's renewable energy market is entering a new stage of development.
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and COP32 President-Designate, Dr. Gedion Timothewos, held high-level discussions today with Laurent Fabius, President of COP21, as the country continues preparations to host the 2027 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP32).
The Smart Energy Council says waste-to-energy technology is not renewable, not clean and has high emissions. The waste sector begs to differ.
[The Conversation Africa] Protecting nature and reducing poverty are often treated as separate global challenges to be solved. But in many parts of Africa, the same land is needed for conserving nature and for people's food security and livelihoods.
Automotive leaders are urging the government to promote greater use of locally sourced auto parts in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing to protect the country's supply chain against cheap imported EVs.
United States forces disabled an oil tanker attempting to reach Iran's Kharg Island port. This action occurred during the initial enforcement period of a reinstated naval blockade. The vessel ignored multiple warnings and attempted to violate the US blockade. US forces also launched strikes against Iranian military capabilities in the region. Iran has condemned the blockade and warned of wider energy disruption.
Adaptation to frightening new normal and reducing emissions further and faster is critical, scientists warn Dozens of people drowned, hundreds had to be rescued and thousands were displaced when floods struck the coasts of west Africa last month. Now scientists have concluded that the rains that caused the floods were supercharged by climate breakdown. Global heating, they say, turned what should have been a routine weather event into a climate catastrophe. Continue reading...
Shadow energy secretary Claire Coutinho told MPs that operators claimed that on June 23, the grid failed to meet necessary standards as temperatures reached 34C.
The United States launched a new wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday to curb its ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as US President Donald Trump warned he could widen attacks unless the Islamic republic returned to talks. US Central Command said the strikes began at 1900 GMT and targeted Iranian military capabilities used to threaten vessels freely transiting the vital waterway. The US military also said one of its aircraft fired on and disabled an empty oil tanker that...
The BBC's Sarah Smith looks at how the deaths of two men by ICE agents are impacting the US president's popularity.
Trimming aggressive climbing vines from logged tropical forests can substantially expedite canopy recovery, providing a more economical alternative to new tree planting for ecosystem restoration. Areas where vines were cut exhibited a carbon storage rate three times quicker than those with newly planted trees, as confirmed by laser mapping. Effective vine management promotes forestry sustainability and preserves biodiversity.
Warnings about dangerous, unhealthy air also extended from Minnesota to New York as wildfires rage in Toronto Extreme heat warnings are in place for large swaths of the United States this week, as an unusual weather pattern eclipses record temperature highs. In Billings, Montana, residents experienced a sweltering 111F (43.9C) on Sunday, the hottest day in its history. Salt Lake City in Utah also hit an all-time record high on Sunday at 109F. Boston has seen more 90F days than average, according to NPR station WBUR-FM. Continue reading...
Tehran shuts strait of Hormuz and carries out retaliatory strikes as Trump threatens to attack site linked to Iran’s nuclear programme Middle East crisis – live updates Iran threatened to halt all energy exports from the Middle East after the US reimposed a blockade of its ports and ships, as the two countries traded strikes for a fifth day and Donald Trump threatened to attack a site linked to Iran’s nuclear programme while he weighed further expanding US strikes next week. The US blockade came into force early on Wednesday, and was followed by a 90-minute wave of strikes against Iran’s coastal defence systems and missile sites, according to the US military. Iranian authorities said the previous day of US strikes had killed at least seven troops, and wounded more than 300 people...
Iran has warned of wider trade disruptions beyond the Strait of Hormuz. This threat could impact crucial energy and other export flows from the region. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital chokepoint for global oil and gas shipments. Asia, which receives most of these shipments, faces significant exposure. Tensions are escalating as the US conducts strikes against Iranian capabilities.
Unexploded munitions are hampering efforts by firefighters to tackle a blaze in a national park in northern Germany, local officials said Wednesday.
Tropical forests are experiencing critical heat thresholds impacting photosynthesis. Millions of hectares already exceed average critical temperature limits. Excessive heat reduces the efficiency of trees capturing atmospheric carbon. Projections indicate significant future increases in heat-stressed forest areas. Some species may adapt, but adaptation speed remains uncertain.
[Liberian Observer] Liberia has received an important new piece of laboratory equipment known as an Elemental Analyzer, valued at approximately €100,000, with support from the International Atomic Energy Agency. This equipment has been installed at the Environmental Protection Agency's laboratory and will help Liberia better understand and protect its soil, forests, mangroves, rivers, wetlands, farms, and other natural resources.
And now the Trump administration is asking us to bear even more of a burden. The post Families like mine industrialized the South. We paid the price in air pollution. appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
[Daily News] Tanzania -- THE global transition toward green energy is triggering a massive shift in Africa's industrial landscape. No longer content with exporting raw, unprocessed commodities, Tanzania is transforming its industrial sector by shifting from raw mineral exports to domestic processing.
Oil giant has denied involvement, but climate activists are closely watching court case against Israeli private investigator for answers A group of American climate activists are closely watching a US court case that could reveal who hired hackers to target their inboxes a decade ago. In 2015, a set of explosive media reports revealed that ExxonMobil’s own scientists determined as early as 1982 that the extraction and burning of fossil fuels caused the climate crisis – but Exxon went on to fund climate denial campaigns anyway. The reports prompted attorneys general to investigate the company . Continue reading...
The Chancellor prepares for his summer interview with ratings at an all time low, Munich residents are asked to conserve water, solar power is booming in Germany this year and more news on Wednesday, July 15th.
Oil prices surged beyond eighty-five dollars per barrel on Wednesday. This occurred after the United States reinstated a naval blockade on Iran. Fighting between Washington and Tehran escalated, raising concerns over crude supplies. The United Arab Emirates reported Iranian cruise missile attacks on oil tankers. American forces continued strikes on Iranian military targets across the region.
The world has shifted from an era of seamless globalisation to a period of significant disruptions characterised by fragmented supply chains, geopolitical tensions and growing concerns about climate change.
Part of the Barito Pacific Group, the company is looking to expand in the Philippines.
Artificial intelligence models sort through huge amounts of satellite data to help detect leaks.
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa and Namibia have been urged to accelerate cooperation in the energy and mining sectors to unlock the economic potential of recent oil and gas discoveries and deepen regional integration.
On July 15, 2010, BP announced it had capped its crippled underwater well that sent millions of barrels of crude gushing into the Gulf of Mexico for three months.
The current heatwave has been hot, dry and exceptionally sunny with some locations seeing double the number of sunshine hours usually recorded at this point in the month, as Darren Bett explains.
Britain's climate is on the move, a new report by the Met Office has revealed.
The cost of hearing oil spike following the US-Israel war with Iran which forced up crude prices.
Researchers extracted DNA from long-dead animals that lived in South Africa during the last ice age, revealing that genetic material lasts longer in hot climates than was previously thought.
A new study reveals metabolism's role in Earth's greatest marine extinction event. Organisms' oxygen use and energy generation dictated survival during this ancient crisis. Warming oceans and declining oxygen levels stressed less active ancient marine life. More mobile animals with higher energy demands better survived deteriorating conditions. This ancient shift continues to shape today's diverse ocean ecosystems.
A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton nicknamed “Gus” sold on Tuesday for US$50.1 million at Sotheby’s in New York, making it the most valuable dinosaur fossil bought at auction, after a 10-minute battle between seven bidders. “Gus” is one of the world’s most complete T. rex skeletons – with 183 fossilised bones – and was discovered on a cattle ranch in South Dakota in 2021. The giant beast lived some 72 to 66 million years ago – a period characterised by a warm climate, high sea levels and vast...
Environment Canada's poor air quality warning in Toronto due to wildfire smoke could stick around until the end of the week, said a meteorologist.
Around the world, climate-sceptic parties are exploiting floods and fires to make political capital. Without urgent changes, this deadly spiral will continue Recent unprecedented heatwaves in the UK may have killed thousands of people. Children are suffering in overheating schools . NHS trusts are straining under record-breaking demand . This all comes after climate extremes have even affected national security, with three of Britain’s five worst harvests coming since 2020 , impairing food security. This is what life looks like in the “adaptation gap”. Laurie Laybourn is executive director of the Strategic Climate Risks Initiative Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for...
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Environmental lobby group Greenpeace Africa has opposed plans to establish a proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Lamu County by Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote, warning that the multibillion-shilling project could inflict irreversible damage on one of East Africa's most sensitive coastal ecosystems.
At least 44 people died in early July from a heatwave that scorched large swathes of the US.
That heat threshold must be met for at least three consecutive days at the same weather station to be a heatwave.
Oil prices hit four-week highs and European shares fall after fresh US-Iran attacks and blockade on Iranian shipping Crude oil prices have hit their highest levels in four weeks, as Washington and Tehran traded attacks and the US reimposed a naval blockade of Iran. Brent crude has jumped $3.79 a barrel to $87.08 a barrel, a 4.55% increase, the highest since 12 June, before the ceasefire. The US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end the conflict on 17 June and engaged in negotiations for a permanent peace deal. What we think is that the peak of the escalation is behind us, but there are upside risks to oil prices if these disruptions continue and that will keep prices in the $85-$90 range. But I would have added the very strong caveat to that it seems to me that the situation...
[This Day] For closing at 96.80 per cent Year-till-Date (YtD) growth as of July 10, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) Oil & Gas has outshined other indices to emerge as the best index on the bourse.
Deaths in Germany spiked 32 per cent during a record heatwave in June compared to levels in the previous four years, official data showed Tuesday. Nationwide, about 23,900 people died between June 22 and June 28 – an increase of 7,100 compared with the two previous weeks, according to Germany’s statistics agency. “The fact that the health impact from heat is high and that death rates rise as a result is a well-known effect often observed in the summer months,” the agency said. Sweltering weather...
Scientist Lu Yaxiang, a professor at the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Physics, has spent a decade working to make sodium-ion batteries commercially viable. Those years of work on energy storage in April earned Lu a China Youth May Fourth Medal – the nation’s top honour for outstanding achievers under 35. For years, lithium-ion batteries have dominated the market, even though their raw materials are scarce and environmentally demanding to extract. Sodium-ion batteries are seen as an...
Ukraine has struck most of Russia’s oil refineries in recent months, leading to acute fuel shortages in some parts of the country.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The plan to bury carbon under remote Indiana farmland is supposed to be a slam dunk for the climate, according to its supporters—all generously funded by US tax dollars. But as far as Melissa Harrison and some other residents of Clymers, Indiana, are concerned, […]
A global science project is asking volunteers to search Arctic satellite images for the animals, which are threatened by climate change. The post You can help scientists study walruses appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Oil keeps rising as tensions between the U.S. and Iran flare up.
Floodwaters carried cars away in Chengde, Hebei province, eyewitness video released on Sunday (July 12) showed. The floods came after Typhoon Bavi, the most powerful storm to strike mainland China this year, brought heavy rain to the eastern coast and violent winds to the area's densely populated cities, testing the country's ability to cope with extreme weather. - REUTERS
Asia’s economies are once again staring down the barrel of the Strait of Hormuz as the latest breakdown of the US-Iran ceasefire and Washington’s decision to impose a blockade-cum-toll threaten to keep energy costs elevated and shipping flows under strain. But economists and shipping analysts say the region is better placed to absorb the blow this time round. Oil prices jumped to a one-month high of US$84.78 a barrel on Tuesday morning as renewed fighting between Iran and the US over control of...
The cost of a barrel of Brent crude, the international standard, was up around $86 US on Tuesday morning. That's higher than oil has been in recent weeks after the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war, but below the $100 mark that oil has reached earlier in the war.
In the year leading up to its dramatic seizure by US forces in the Indian Ocean, the oil tanker known as the MT Tifani made several trips between Iran and a stretch of water off the coast of Malaysia, around 60 miles from the glitzy skyscrapers of Singapore. During these trips, it often loitered in … The post The lawless floating gas station where Iranian oil changes hands appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) announced on Tuesday that the captain of a tanker near the Strait of Hormuz reported a projectile strike on the starboard side of the engine room. The UKMTO said the incident occurred 40 nautical miles northeast of Qalhat, Oman, noting that all crew members were safe and no … The post UKMTO says oil tanker targeted near Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Extreme heat forces the country to shut down nuclear reactors, just as the appetite for cheap, carbon-free electricity is set to explode.
Exclusive: Analysis of nearly 2,500 articles finds almost three-quarters made no reference to global heating Most of the UK media stories about the record-breaking heatwave that struck in June failed to mention the climate crisis, analysis has found. Nearly 2,500 articles about the extreme heat – when temperatures topped 37C, a record for the time of year – appeared in the UK’s nine main national daily media publications. But nearly three-quarters of them – about 72% – left out any mention of global heating or the climate, according to the analysis by the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU). Continue reading...
SNP Government hopes that Scotland will develop major carbon capture cluster threatened by prospect of cuts in public spending
Typhoon Bavi is continuing to bring torrential downpours to northeast China, forcing the transport and economic hub of Shenyang to halt non-essential travel and shut down parts of its subway network. Emergency measures remain in place on Tuesday in Shenyang, capital of Liaoning province, where Bavi continues to lash the city, despite weakening into a tropical storm. Across the province, more than 360,000 people have been evacuated as a result of the weather system, according to state...
floods, typhoon More than 260,000 evacuated as Typhoon Bavi brings severe floods
Heat has been this big story of the summer so far but there has also been a lack of wet weather, as Ben Rich explains.
Senator Angus King raised concerns that ICE agents were not wearing body cameras; witnesses described the man as being shot in the head Sign up for the Breaking News US email The Democrat’s outgoing senator for Michigan Gary Peters has endorsed member of Congress Haley Stevens to be his successor over Abdul El-Sayed in the state’s neck-and-neck primary race set for 4 August. “She has demonstrated to me time and time again that she’s a fighter,” Peters told the Detroit News . “We need workhorses in the Senate, and we need someone who can do that job from day one. This is not a place for on-the-job training.” Continue reading...
Most drivers "know" that you should change your oil every 3,000 miles or so, but that knowledge might be based on some outdated ideas about motor oil.
As renewable energy grows, a massive waste problem is building. Discover the bizarre architectural ways companies are upcycling these giant machines.
The theory links chilling passages from sacred texts banned from the Bible to mysterious features hidden beneath Antarctica's ice sheet.
Ottawa has committed to extending investment tax credits for various carbon capture equipment to 2035. Alberta says it will finalize its own incentive program for carbon capture.
Witnesses said they saw the driver, who has not been identified, accelerate at ICE agents at an intersection in Biddeford, Maine on Monday morning, before being shot dead.
Labor sources say the PM will discuss safety concerns in speech this week but will not provide an update on copyright reforms to protect artists Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Anthony Albanese will describe the progress of AI as an inflection point for society on par with the renewable energy transition, but is not expected to detail progress on copyright reforms to protect creative industries. The prime minister will deliver a highly anticipated speech in Sydney on Wednesday to address growing concerns around social license and the necessary policy guardrails for AI, datacentres, and the ability of big tech to profit from Australian intellectual property. Continue reading...
LONDON - Cheap, mass-produced drones have transformed modern warfare, exposing critical energy infrastructure as an Achilles' heel for modern economies.
Shortages triggered by pipeline rupture drive up costs and deepen frustrations, as pressure grows on water utility Jonathan Collazo owns two restaurants in a bustling section of San Juan, which has been plagued by water outages, severely disrupting the daily lives of residents and businesses alike. The water scarcity is part of an escalating frustration felt by thousands of customers of Puerto Rico’s water utility over the past several months, prompting the governor to activate the national guard to distribute drinking water across the US territory. The shortages extend beyond San Juan, with sectors in municipalities including Loíza, Guaynabo, Bayamón and others experiencing interrupted service. Continue reading...
Dedicated laws designed to fast-track Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis project will not override the Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance, the authorities have said. The remarks on Monday followed a meeting of the government-appointed Advisory Council on the Environment, where the main agenda was streamlining procedures and requirements for construction noise permits within the development near the border with mainland China. “The Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance and the dedicated...
Proposed legal settlement over 2022 oil spill would resolve allegations that South Bow violated clean water laws A proposed legal settlement with the US government would require the Keystone pipeline system’s operator to pay a $26.9m civil penalty over a large oil spill in Kansas in December 2022 and spend about $40m more to prevent future accidents. The agreement would resolve allegations from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Kansas that South Bow, based in Canada, violated US and state clean water laws. The rupture dumped nearly 13,000 barrels of heavy crude oil into a creek running through a rural pasture in Washington county, Kansas, about 150 miles (241km) north-west of Kansas City. Continue reading...
Democrats and environmentalists have questioned the Trump administration's decision to unify two bureaus managing offshore oil and gas and mining, saying it reverses key reforms after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster.
USDA, HHS and EPA signed an updated memo meant to streamline surveillance on environmental pollutants in meat, poultry and eggs.
This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The Trump administration has directly spent $2.7 billion of taxpayer money on its crusade against wind power while pouring $1.1 billion into boosting coal, which critics say is pushing up Americans’ bills. They say the moves are evidence that the president aims to serve […]
Sunrise Executive Director Aru Shiney-Ajay discusses why the youth-led organization shifted tactics, how it played out during the Minneapolis ICE surge, and why she thinks fighting authoritarianism and climate change go hand in hand. The post Why the Sunrise Movement reorganized to fight authoritarianism appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Nuclear power plants use radioactive materials to create energy, but which materials specifically? Turns out, it's mostly just one particular type of element.
The Indian rupee opened lower against the US dollar on Monday. Soaring crude oil prices and Middle East tensions dampened market sentiment. Brent crude prices surged after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed. Foreign investors continued to support Indian equities despite market volatility. India's foreign exchange reserves increased by over seven billion dollars.
Oil keeps rising on Monday as tensions continue to flare up between the U.S. and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
Heat waves made more intense human activity was behind 2,700 heat-related deaths, 42% of them from extra heat from climate change, British experts said.
Oil prices surged sharply as renewed military action between Iran and the United States escalated tensions. Fresh strikes expanded to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates over the weekend. This escalation has clouded the future of the interim US-Iran agreement signed last month. Market participants remain cautious about how the developing situation could unfold. Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong condemnation of the latest US military strikes.
Thousands have lost their homes as flash floods and landslides have hit large parts of the country.
Wind and solar generated more power than coal and nuclear during the first half of the year. Will that trend continue?
The boats are commonly made of carbon fiber, fiberglass and PVC foam, which take a lot of energy to produce in processes that emit carbon pollution.
The SNP has blamed Westminster for jeopardising nearly £100 billion of investment in renewable energy projects.
[The Conversation Africa] Climate change discussions in southern Africa often focus on farming, where the effects of environmental shocks are most visible. The debate frequently centres on droughts, floods, declining crop productivity and heat stress affecting livestock systems. This is largely because agriculture is a sector that's directly exposed to extreme weather events.
The Ram 1500 and the Toyota Tundra are both strong options if you're looking for a full-size pickup, but each occupies a specific and different niche.
In a groundbreaking experiment, scientists have successfully replicated the extreme conditions found around black holes in a controlled laboratory environment. This remarkable feat validates theories regarding energy harnessing from rotating black holes. By artificially inducing rotation in a fixed apparatus, they effectively simulated cosmic energy mechanisms. This pivotal advancement holds promise for innovations in communication technologies and quantum computing, bridging the gap between intricate astrophysical theories and tangible scientific application.
The United States and Iran each asserted Monday they controlled the Strait of Hormuz after a weekend of attacks stretching across the wider Middle East, further threatening any diplomacy to end the war. The attacks, sparked by Iran striking a container ship Sunday in the strait off the coast of Oman, again underlined that the waterway that once saw a fifth of the world’s traded crude oil and natural gas pass through it remained the key issue in negotiations. The narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf...
Two invasive species of Asian praying mantis are proliferating rapidly across Europe, posing a significant threat to local pollinators and endangered small wildlife. Urban areas and rising global temperatures enable their northward spread. Engaging in citizen science initiatives is essential for monitoring and managing these aggressive insect populations. Additionally, seasonal removal of egg cases can effectively mitigate their environmental impact.
Timing of Devon switchoff ‘could not be worse’, says board, as members face an estimated £2m in lost revenue Britain’s biggest community solar project has been forced to shut for the duration of its first summer by the government’s energy system operator to avoid overloading the local grid with renewable energy. The north Devon solar farm was ordered to shut weeks before record high temperatures across Europe led to power supply warnings, due to concerns that the large amount of rooftop solar in the area could destabilise the power grid by triggering a “thermal overload”. Continue reading...
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