Congress may soon repeal popular clean energy incentives that are boosting rural economies. Learn why in this recording of Dana Nuccitelli and Pearl Marvell’s live conversation. The post Clean energy is generating hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs. So why are Republicans undermining it? appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
President Donald Trump vowed to revive coal. The industry continues to see layoffs and bankruptcies.
Yellowknife residents had a chance this week to learn more about a research project that's looking at how a changing climate could affect the management and remediation of legacy mine projects, like Giant Mine.
Environmental groups had opposed expanding a Montana mine previously caught up in allegations of cocaine trafficking and the faked kidnapping of an executive.
Mike Schreiner tabled the bill on Wednesday and said it could help put money back into the community, improving Guelph Transit and building affordable homes.
More than 200 wildfires are raging across Canada, sending a thick blanket of choking smoke through the U.S. Midwest. Experts says climate change means U.S. residents better get used to it.
China’s pullback from U.S. crude has wider implications for shale producers, which partly depend on overseas demand to keep pumping oil.
Wind and solar saw a nearly 20-percentage-point drop and are now even with nuclear power, the Pew Research Center found.
The U.N. Ocean Conference will focus on climate change and other environmental issues that puts it "at odds" with the U.S., the State Department said.
[Liberian Observer] In a decisive step toward strengthening Liberia's financial system against climate-related shocks, the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL), with support from the World Bank, on Thursday, June 5, convened a one-day national workshop to validate a comprehensive report on mainstreaming climate change into the financial sector.
India's annual mean temperature has risen significantly from 2001 to 2024, with 2024 being the hottest year on record. Renewable energy generation has tripled in the last decade, while thermal power generation has also increased. The country boasts a rich faunal diversity and has seen growth in inland fish production, alongside shifts in rainfall patterns.
[IPS] Washington DC -- Todd Moss is founder and executive director of the Energy for Growth Hub.
The B.C. government says a decade-old environmental assessment certificate remains valid for the construction of a natural gas pipeline in northern B.C.
It may be hard to imagine, but there was a time when sperm oil was a critical component of transmission fluid. Here's why it was so popular in the 1970s.
Following a relatively dry winter and cool spring this year, water levels in some lakes and reservoirs across the Yukon are at record lows.
Parliament backs scheme for relatives of 123 men who died in worst disaster in Norway’s waters since second world war Forty-five years after the Alexander L Kielland oil rig capsized in the North Sea, Norway’s parliament has voted to set up a compensation scheme for relatives of the 123 men who died in the worst disaster in Norwegian waters since the second world war. “This is a historic day, the end of more than four decades of fighting for justice,” said Mímir Kristjánsson, an MP from the leftwing Red party. The chair of the victims’ committee, Anders Helliksen, said the state had “finally accepted its responsibility”. Continue reading...
The giant oarfish, or Regalecus glesne, is known as the 'doomsday fish'. Coastal cultures believe it signals impending disasters. Sightings are linked to earthquakes and tsunamis. The 2011 Tohoku tsunami fueled this belief. Recent oarfish videos went viral, predicting earthquakes. However, scientific research finds no connection between oarfish and seismic activity. Biological factors and climate change may explain their appearances.
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Brazil's environmental authority has approved one of the final requirements for state-run oil company Petrobras to proceed with oil exploration at the mouth of the Amazon River.
The High Seas Treaty: A 20-Year Journey to Transform Ocean Governance alicia.cypress… Thu, 06/05/2025 - 07:47 The ocean makes up nearly 70 percent of the planet’s surface, bursting with rich biodiversity and natural resources that are vital for both the climate and economies. Yet, beyond national coastlines, protecting much of the ocean has long been a murky endeavor. For nearly 20 years, governments, scientists and ocean advocates have worked toward securing a global treaty to protect marine life in the ocean areas that lie beyond countries’ individual jurisdictions. These vast, mostly unregulated waters, known as the high seas, hold huge importance to the health of the planet. Finally, in June 2023, the 193 member states of the United Nations adopted the landmark...
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Dig down about a mile or two in parts of the United States and you’ll start to see the remains of an ancient ocean. The shells of long dead sea creatures are compressed into white limestone, surrounding brine aquifers with a […]
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power announced Thursday that it had signed a deal to build two nuclear reactors in the Czech Republic, worth at least $18 billion.
Wildland firefighters in North America and other parts of the world have seen rising temperatures transform fire behavior into dangerous feedback loops. A veteran 'hotshot' gives a glimpse of life on the frontlines.
Federal agencies and oil companies are using artificial intelligence to map mineral deposits and assess drilling and mining opportunities.
The generative model rolled out two weeks ago contradicts the administrator on the dangers of warming.
The rise of decentralised solar power has prompted a Pakistani think tank to call for China to play a leading role in Pakistan’s energy transition, creating a model for other countries in the Global South. However, a Chinese energy scholar has questioned whether its vision is too expensive to be true. “China’s solar panels are outcompeting China’s power plants,” said Muhammad Basit Ghauri, lead author of the report by the Renewables First think tank, which suggests that China has to make a...
Todd Moss is founder and executive director of the Energy for Growth Hub.
A court decision has forced Sable Offshore Corp. to delay controversial plans to restart offshore oil operations along Santa Barbara County's coastline.
Climate Change Authority chair aims jibe at MPs ‘still providing a cover for vested interests’. Follow today’s news live More from Climate Change Authority chief Matt Kean yesterday In his speech at the Australian Museum, Matt Kean also briefly referred to the Climate Change Authority’s work advising the Albanese government on a 2035 emissions reduction target. Some political or business leaders have suggested if a target appears beyond reach, we should throw in the towel. In fact, there are many ways we can do more, mostly by going with the electron flow. The pace of electrification will determine whether we succeed. Continue reading...
Higher temperatures caused by climate change are driving complex processes that make droughts bigger and more severe, new research shows.
This is a re-post from Yale Climate Connections by Samantha Harrington . Dana will do a Livestream with Yale Climate Connections on the subject today, Wednesday 6/4 at 5–6pm ET as well. Tune in here . House Republicans worked to eliminate clean energy tax credits in a massive tax bill that they passed in a 215-214 vote early in the morning on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The new bill, named the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” would sunset individual and business incentives created by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, such as tax credits for electric vehicle purchases. A large swath of the public supports such incentives. In a December 2024 survey , researchers at the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, the publisher of this site, found...
[Ethiopian Herald] In recent years, Ethiopia is making significant strides in its commitment to harness renewable energy resources, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable energy within East Africa. With abundant natural resources, including hydroelectric power, wind, and solar energy, the country is poised to leverage these assets to meet its growing energy demands and support regional energy integration.
India’s transition towards a clean energy-based digital economy may have received a boost from a new study showing that the costs of solar power and its storage are now lower than coal-generated electricity used by businesses in the country. Solar and its battery storage costs have fallen to 6 Indian rupees (7 US cents) per kilowatt hour and are likely to remain stable for the next 25 years, according to a report by the India Energy and Climate Centre of the University of California, Berkeley...
The 2023 lawsuit from a coalition of environmental groups was the first to invoke the state constitution's pollution-control clause.
Mixing vegetables into processed meat can lower emissions — without compromising taste.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01214G, Paper Yangxin Jin, Shengqin Liu, Zhe Wang, Qi Zhu, Qingguo Le, Shan Shao, Sam H.-Y. Hsu, Anqing Zheng, Jun Zhao, Jason Chun-Ho Lam Tackling the chemically-resilient acetic acid issue in real bio-oil via Kolbe electrolysis by developing a robust in situ grown RuO 2 /TiO 2 -anode. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
From spiraling job losses to spiking energy prices, analysts say slashing clean energy tax credits would be a dramatic shift in U.S. energy and industrial policy.
The agency on Tuesday said it's scrapping more than a dozen regulations that are “obsolete or redundant."
The EU’s scientific advisers warned Monday that expected plans to outsource some emissions cuts would undermine the bloc’s climate credibility.
[Daily News] TANGA: THE implementation of the 1,443-kilometre East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project has reached 60 percent completion, according to the latest report.
[The Conversation Africa] Climate change lawsuits have become a new way for countries to assert their rights against actions that degrade the environment. But African countries have yet to fully exploit this route.
B.C. Premier David Eby says he won't support a new oil pipeline through the province, dismissing Ontario Premier Doug Ford's suggestion that Eby would change his mind.
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 04 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41558-025-02370-6Author Correction: Explaining the adaptation gap through consistency in adaptation planning
The Interior Department has eliminated 18 outdated or redundant Bureau of Land Management regulations that the Trump administration says stymied energy production on public lands.
New research demonstrates that with collaboration between stakeholders, Australia can fully decarbonize its domestic and energy export economies by 2060 -- a feat requiring $6.2 trillion USD and around 110,000 square kilomters of land -- while avoiding harm to important areas for biodiversity outcomes, safeguarding agricultural activities, and respecting Indigenous land rights.
A road accident in Amethi turned into a looting spree. A tanker overturned on the Varanasi-Lucknow highway. Instead of helping the injured driver, villagers stole the spilled refined oil. They used cans and buckets to collect the oil. Police intervened to disperse the crowd and take the driver to the hospital. The incident sparked debate about apathy and desperation.
Facebook and Instagram parent’s deal follows other big tech companies signing agreements with power companies Meta on Tuesday said it had struck an agreement to keep one nuclear reactor of a US utility company in Illinois operating for 20 years. Meta’s deal with Constellation Energy is the social networking company’s first with a nuclear power plant. Other large tech companies are looking to secure electricity as US power demand rises significantly in part due to the needs of artificial intelligence and datacenters. Google has reached agreements to supply its datacenters with nuclear power via a half-dozen small reactors built by a California utility company. Microsoft’s similar contract will restart the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, the site of the most serious nuclear accident...
The deal is Meta’s first in nuclear power, echoing moves from industry leaders like Microsoft, Google and Amazon.
Climate change also has a part to play.
4 Issues to Watch at the UN Ocean Conference wil.thomas@wri.org Tue, 06/03/2025 - 09:39 The ocean covers more than 70% of our planet. It provides food for over 3 billion people, regulates the climate, sustains global economies and is a source of cultural identity for communities around the world. But it’s also under intense and mounting pressure from climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss. It’s the ocean’s criticality that brings world leaders together for the third UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice, France from June 9 th -13 th . Occurring every three years, UNOC invites world leaders, civil society, businesses and scientists to mobilize partnerships, commitments and solutions to address ocean challenges. The summit plays a vital role in activating international...
[Premium Times] Health outcomes in Africa remain one of the worst globally, and climate change continues to worsen the situation. Integrating climate solutions into public health reforms will help improve public health and protect everyone's right to health and a safe environment.
Progress roundup: Antarctica’s newest research base lowers fossil fuel use, a medieval Italian village welcomes its bears, and more.
Alec Hutchings, WWF's chief climate advisor, says the spring heat record confirms that climate change is 'here now and needs immediate action'.
Could a new pipeline send oil through Quebec? There is more openness to the idea in La Belle Province than there has been in a long time.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01509J, Paper Ximing Zhang, Feihong Guo, Xiaoxiang Jiang, Abdullah Hassan Hamadamin, Adam F. Lee, Karen Wilson, Jabbar Gardy As global demand for clean energy increases, the rapid development of photovoltaic (PV) power generation has led to a growing issue of waste PV module disposal. Traditional recycling methods face... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Follow today’s news live Anthony Albanese shrugs off Dorinda Cox’s sharp criticism of Labor before party switch Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Social housing waitlists grew by 26,000 households in six-year period In the six years to 2022, Australia’s social housing waitlists grew by more than 26,000 households, while the number of households able to get into social housing fell by 6,400, according to new analysis from the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute. Australia’s social housing system needs to make stronger assurances of different kinds of housing assistance that reach beyond the constraints of unavailable social housing stock. It needs to do more for the people who are waiting, as well as for those already in social housing...
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 130, Issue 11, 16 June 2025.
The New York Independent System Operator calls for more fossil fuel generation to address growing electricity demand.
Using international carbon credits in place of domestic action undermines climate efforts, the scientific advisory board says.
Climate minister says greenlighting North West Shelf project until 2070 is not the leadership Pacific countries expect as Australia seeks to host summit Vanuatu’s climate minister has expressed disappointment over Australia’s decision to extend one of the world’s biggest liquefied natural gas projects and said it raises questions over its bid to co-host the Cop31 summit with Pacific nations. The UN is expected to announce which country will host the major climate summit in the coming weeks, with Australia pushing for the event to be held in Adelaide as part of a “Pacific Cop”. Continue reading...
The Compelling Business Case for Climate Adaptation margaret.overh… Tue, 06/03/2025 - 00:01 Extreme weather events like floods and droughts are becoming more frequent and intense around the globe, disrupting communities and the infrastructure they rely on. In 2024 alone, the world endured 58 disasters that wreaked over a billion dollars in damages each. Yet finance to cope with and respond to these impacts falls persistently short: The gap between funding needed to adapt to climate change and what is currently available is as high as $359 billion per year . Part of the reason is that adaptation measures, such as strengthening early warning systems or making infrastructure more resilient, are seen only as a way to avoid potential losses — not as a broader investment...
Airplane engines, like any other engines, need oil to function properly. But what type of oil do they use? And why can't you use it in your car?
Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk, lauded India's commitment to green technology during his Delhi visit, highlighting the country's potential in sustainability and energy efficiency. He expressed interest in Indian companies like Servotec that contribute to electricity conservation. While cautiously addressing Tesla's entry, he acknowledged India's rising power demands and admired its ancient civilization and spirituality.
New research adds to our understanding of how rapidly rising sea levels due to climate change foreshadow the end of the Great Barrier Reef as we know it. The findings suggest the reef can withstand rising sea levels in isolation but is vulnerable to associated environmental stressors arising from global climate change.
This is a re-post from the Climate Brink by Andrew Dessler Because hurricanes are one of the big-ticket weather disasters that humanity has to face, climate misinformers spend a lot of effort muddying the waters on whether climate change is making hurricanes more damaging. With the official start to the hurricane season in the North Atlantic coming up (June 1), I figured it was time to explain why we can be so confident that hurricanes are indeed more destructive today due to climate change. Note: from here on out, I’ll refer to hurricanes as tropical cyclones (abbreviated TCs), which is a more general term for this type of storm. 1. Tropical cyclones are becoming more destructive: sea level We have 100% confidence that sea level is rising because humans are...
Tesla, led by Elon Musk, is reportedly not planning to manufacture electric cars in India, but is interested in establishing showrooms. This comes as the Indian government finalizes guidelines to promote electric car manufacturing.
The lives of nearly 2 billion people in South Asia are at risk as snow and glacier melt across the Himalayas accelerates, aggravated by black carbon pollution from burning biomass and fossil fuels and unsustainable farming, climate experts have warned. Also known as soot, black carbon darkens snow surfaces and absorbs sunlight, causing it to act like a heat lamp and hasten melting. The fine particulate pollutant is typically released during the combustion of organic matter such as wood, crop...
Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far margaret.overh… Mon, 06/02/2025 - 08:00 2025 is a pivotal moment for climate action. Countries are submitting new climate commitments, otherwise known as " Nationally Determined Contributions " or "NDCs," that will shape the trajectory of global climate progress through 2035. These new commitments will show how boldly countries plan to cut their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, transform their economies, and strengthen resilience to growing threats like extreme weather, wildfires and floods. Collectively, they will determine how far the world goes toward limiting global temperature rise and avoiding the worst climate impacts. A few countries, such as the U.S., U.K. and Brazil, have already put forward...
Every day, Delhi’s waste pickers walk three to four kilometers under the blazing sun, collecting and sorting the garbage that keeps India’s capital functioning. Their work is essential—yet largely invisible. There are an estimated 200,000 waste pickers in Delhi, many of whom are migrants from landless, rural families in northern and eastern India. Pushed out […]
[Daily Trust] Last week, the vibrant market town of Mokwa in Niger State was hit by a disaster. When the rains came to Mokwa, they did not knock. They did not wait. They surged in the late hours of the night, flooding homes, sweeping away farms, and swallowing roads. In a matter of hours, more than 175 lives were lost, over 3,000 people were displaced, and the landscape of that once-quiet town was changed, perhaps forever. The water has since receded, but the devastation remains--raw, visible, and largely unaddressed.
Critics argue the projects losing funding aren’t "woke," they’re essential.
The world produces more than 460 million tons of plastic every year. Plastics are made from a wide variety of chemicals and polymers that are almost exclusively derived from fossil fuels. When they end up in the environment, they can cause lasting damage to us humans, the climate and our ecosystems. Plastics can now be found in even the remotest parts of our planet and throughout the human body. One approach currently being advocated as a way out of the crisis is plastic credits. An international consortium of experts, led by Sangcheol Moon of the University of California Berkeley and including Melanie Bergmann from the Alfred Wegener Institute, shows in the journal One Earth that offsetting schemes such as plastic credits are far from being a solution. They could even exacerbate the crisis.
The court said an environmental group failed to adequately link federal approvals with alleged harm to its members.
The country will also partner with Singapore Energy Interconnections to explore building a subsea power cable between the neighbors.
Young people are suing the president over energy policies that could accelerate climate change.
The country claims to run the world's largest weather modification program and has increased investments as climate change heightens food security risks.
Make UK tells government that prices threaten to derail industrial strategy as Energy UK calls for charges to be ‘rebalanced’ The UK government is being pressed to wipe billions from the energy costs facing households and heavy industry by reforming the high taxes levied on electricity bills. These policy levies mean the UK pays some of the highest energy bills in the world , and are simultaneously disadvantaging British industry and stifling the efforts of households to transition to lower-carbon heating systems, according to industry trade groups. Continue reading...
NASA says climate change could decimate coral reefs by by 2050. And recent study in the journal Science Advances finds that clown fish in Papua New Guinea is shrinking in response to heat stress.
In a tragic incident near Itagi Cross in Kittur taluk, three labourers from Kalaburagi, Ramanna, Mahesh, and Ramachandra, died instantly when an oil tanker ran over them during road construction on the Pune-Bengaluru NH. Three other workers sustained injuries and were hospitalized. The tanker overturned on the service road, leaving the driver in critical condition.
The White House is taking unprecedented actions to steer the power grid away from clean energy and toward more fossil fuels.
India has accused Pakistan of violating the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) due to persistent cross-border terrorism. At a conference in Tajikistan, Kirti Vardhan Singh condemned Pakistan's attempt to misuse the forum by raising IWT issues. Singh highlighted the need to reassess the treaty due to changed circumstances like technological advancements and climate change.
Chris Martz, 22, a recent graduate from Pennsylvania 's Millersville University with a degree in meteorology, said his life's work is to lower worries about climate change .
US renewables stand to lose big in a trade war, but the sting extends to oil and other energy industries, say researchers from Wood Mackenzie.
Wind gusted up to 130 km/h in some parts and the storm only lasted around four minutes. Environment Canada says the path of the storm was between Slave Lake and Red Deer.
The government has reduced the basic customs tax on crude edible oils by 10 percentage points, effective Friday, to combat rising prices. This decision aims to lower the costs of palm oil, soyoil, and sunflower oil, bringing the effective duty down to 16.5%.
The 20-acre fire is burning in the Covington Flats area of Joshua Tree National Park, an important region where experts say the trees are best suited to survive and reproduce in a warming climate.
The Energy Department announced Friday that it was terminating $3.7 billion in grants related to carbon capture and other projects.
Offshore oil rigs are some of the largest structures on the ocean, they can operate at incredible depths and drill deeper than some airplanes fly.
The 24 awards would have gone to a range of companies trying in novel ways to reduce the pollution that is heating the planet.
The carbon dioxide removal industry is struggling to grow at the pace needed to have a significant role in meeting climate targets
Brazil hopes to soon reap benefits of its largely renewable energy matrix. Data centers, whose demand is growing with the strides made by artificial intelligence, are the new frontier for these still-uncertain investments. This is even a matter of “digital sovereignty,” not just for Brazil, according to Dora Kaufman, a professor in the program on […]
Secretary Doug Burgum called geothermal a "reliable energy source that can power critical infrastructure for national security."
A U.S. woman is suing seven oil and gas companies, saying they contributed to an extraordinarily hot day that led to her mother's fatal hyperthermia during a heat dome event that also killed more than 600 people in B.C.
In almost all countries in the world, the number of extreme heat days has at least doubled compared with a world without climate change.
Academic Neta Crawford warns that if Donald Trump follows through on his threats of war, emissions will soar and the planet will pay the price Carbon footprint of Israel’s war on Gaza exceeds that of many entire countries Revealed: Nato rearmament could increase emissions by 200m tonnes a year The climate impact of Donald Trump’s geopolitical ambitions could deepen planetary catastrophe, triggering a global military buildup that accelerates greenhouse gas emissions, a leading expert has warned. The Pentagon – the US armed forces and Department of Defense (DoD) agencies – is the world’s largest institutional greenhouse gas emitter, accounting for at least 1% of total US emissions annually, according to analysis by Neta Crawford, co-founder of the Costs of War project at Brown University...
China’s power grid now wields a futuristic safeguard against catastrophic collapses – a quantum-powered, all-seeing “diamond ring” capable of detecting grid instability in real time with unprecedented precision. This breakthrough, inspired by the quantum properties of diamond sensors, arrives as nations worldwide grapple with blackouts triggered by renewable energy volatility and ageing infrastructure. The urgency was underscored in April, when sweeping outages paralysed Spain, Portugal and...
The UK's saltmarshes lock away climate-warming greenhouse gases in layers of mud, a new report from WWF says.
Energy giant Woodside has won preliminary approval to keep operating its WA oil and gas fields for another 45 years. But at what environmental cost?
The agency’s expected justification for overturning the power plant rule could also absolve it from regulating other industries’ planet-warming emissions.
Misti Leon alleges that the death of her mother, Juliana, was a “direct and foreseeable consequence” of burning fossil fuels.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01767J, Minireview Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence. Shumin Zhang, Feipeng Zhao, Liang Li, Xueliang Sun With the rapid development of solid-state electrolytes (SSEs), high-performance cathode materials specifically designed for all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) are gathering increasing attention. Achieving interfacial compatibility between the continuously advancing SSEs and... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Global investors are increasingly turning to China’s global market leaders in the technology and energy sectors to diversify their investment portfolios amid heightened geopolitical tensions and uncertain economic outlook, according to JPMorgan. Funds were not only targeting established firms in industries like car manufacturing, robotics and renewable energy but also capturing opportunities in China’s innovative capabilities as market volatility spikes, said Kwang Kam Shing, Hong Kong CEO and...
Data shows that Russian fossil fuel revenues are three times higher than aid allocated to Ukraine.
The South China Sea has long been a flashpoint in geopolitical tensions, but beneath its contested surface lies one of the planet’s most scientifically compelling marine frontiers. Home to an array of deep-sea ecosystems, hydrothermal vents, underwater mountain ranges and vast coral reef systems, the region is increasingly recognised as a natural laboratory for cutting-edge oceanographic research. Climate change, biodiversity loss and overexploitation are putting mounting pressure on marine...
Misti Leon argues fossil fuel companies’ climate negligence caused her mother’s death during a heatwave A woman has brought the first-ever wrongful death lawsuit against big oil, claiming fossil fuel companies’ climate negligence caused her mother’s death during a major heatwave. Juliana Leon died of hyperthermia in Seattle at age 65 during the 2021 Pacific north-west heat dome – an event that killed nearly 200 people, and which meteorologists say would have been “virtually impossible” without human-caused global warming. Continue reading...
In February 2022, five divers were sucked into a 30-inch pipe they were repairing off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago.
The United States ambassador's residence in Damascus, Syria, re-opened Thursday after being closed for 13 years, presaging a warming of relations between the two countries.
Up to 500,000 more plug-in hybrids could be sold because of government flexibility on the zero-emission mandate The UK government’s weakening of vehicle sales rules in April could result in fewer electric cars on British roads and higher carbon emissions, according to its official climate adviser. The Climate Change Committee (CCC) said flexibilities announced by Keir Starmer last month for the government’s zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate could lead to more plug-in hybrids being sold “at the expense of some EV sales, which would lead to a further reduction in emissions savings”. Continue reading...
Scientists are figuring out where “downscaled” climate models struggle—and how they can be improved
Indonesian investigators have asked Singapore-based oil traders to attend meetings in the city-state next week as part of a $12-billion corruption investigation into the state-owned oil company PT Pertamina.
Former army and navy leaders urge government to think beyond military capability in advance of key defence review Former military leaders are urging the UK government to widen its definition of national security to include climate, food and energy measures in advance of a planned multibillion-pound boost in defence spending. Earlier this year Keir Starmer announced the biggest increase in defence spending in the UK since the end of the cold war, with the budget rising to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 – three years earlier than planned – and an ambition to reach 3%. Continue reading...
Twenty-two young people charged that the administration is violating the Constitution and putting their health at risk by worsening climate change.
Janet McCabe is returning to Indiana University, where she will advance a relaunch of the Indiana Climate Change Impacts Assessment, among other things.
Replanting forests can help cool the planet even more than some scientists once believed, especially in the tropics. But even if every tree lost since the mid-19th century is replanted, the total effect won't cancel out human-generated warming.
In a world where headlines warn of rising seas, dying reefs, and vanishing species, it’s easy to think the story ends in loss. But what if the frontlines of climate change were also frontiers of hope? From the Galápagos to the Seychelles, from New Zealand to Palau, islands are writing a different story. One […]
Thailand’s largest wind power producer plans to spend 65 billion baht to almost triple generating capacity over the next 12 years, and will go public to fund the expansion.
[Nile Post] The Government of Uganda and the Republic of Korea have taken a major step toward the realization of Uganda's nuclear energy ambitions by signing a site evaluation service contract for the proposed 8,400 MW Buyende nuclear power plant.
The relocation highlights America’s failure to prepare for the ways climate change is making some places uninhabitable.
A German court on Wednesday rejected a climate case brought by a Peruvian farmer against energy giant RWE, but set a potentially important precedent on polluters' liability for their carbon emissions.
Climate change and other anthropogenic drivers alter seasonal regimes across freshwater, terrestrial, and marine biomes. Seasonal patterns affect ecological and evolutionary processes at different ecological levels through changes to gene frequencies, ...
‘The target is ambitious, but it’s achievable,’ expert says of Labor’s 2030 renewables goal Australia news live: latest politics updates Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here Investment in big batteries hit $2.4bn in the first three months of 2025, making it the second strongest quarter for energy storage on record in Australia. The latest data from the Clean Energy Council found six new storage projects – totalling 1.5 gigawatts capacity – reached financial close (the financial commitment that means the project is likely to be built) and a level of investment last seen in the final quarter of 2023 with a record $2.8bn. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue...
While a rise in temperature brings an uncertain future for the olive ridley sea turtles, the efforts of international conservation organizations that ban the trade in turtle meat, leather, and shells; the Indian government; coast guards; and village volunteers, including fishermen, have made a huge difference in ensuring their continued existence. Even young village children are eager to do their bit to make sure the turtles survive.
by Emily Schwing, KYUK This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with KYUK. Sign up for Dispatches to get our stories in your inbox every week. This story is not subject to our Creative Commons license. NEWTOK, Alaska — A jumble of shipping containers hold all that remains of the demolished public school in Newtok, Alaska, where on a recent visit, a few stray dogs and a lone ermine prowled among the ruins. Late last year, the final residents of this sinking village near the Bering Sea left behind the waterlogged tundra of their former home, part of a fraught...
Fortescue CEO also says suggestion Australia can lock in fossil fuel projects and claim progress on net zero is ‘concerning’ Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Crossbenchers and environmental advocates are furious at the government’s decision to extend the life of one of the world’s biggest liquified natural gas projects from 2030 to 2070. The environment minister, Murray Watt, gave the green light to Woodside Energy’s application to extend the life of the North West Shelf project from 2030 to 2070. Get Guardian Australia environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as an email Continue reading...
It marks the nation's first such levy to deal with a warming planet. The measure adds 0.75 percentage point to the daily room rate tax starting Jan. 1.
[Leadership] Mangroves are under serious threat in Nigeria, especially across the Niger Delta region. These unique trees particularly in the coastal areas of Bayelsa State act as shields against flooding, habitat for aquatic lives and natural carbon sinks that help fight climate change.
A new report from the Pembina Institute says provincial government's policies towards renewable energy have weakened investors confidence in the industry in Alberta.
Fighting between nuclear powers can lead to a step — or misstep — toward nuclear conflict, experts warn.
A Peruvian farmer has lost a decade-long legal climate case against Germany energy giant RWE. Saúl Luciano Lliuya claimed the company's emissions had contributed to glacial melt threatening his Andean hometown.
Forty-year extension of North West Shelf gas project granted by environment minister, Murray Watt, will result in huge greenhouse gas emissions, putting the already degraded Indigenous rock art at risk Get Guardian Australia environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as an email We don’t know all the evidence that the new environment minister, Murray Watt, had before him when he decided to approve a 40-year life extension to one of Australia’s biggest fossil fuel developments so that it could run until 2070. But we do know this. The decision largely turned on whether the North West Shelf liquefied natural gas (LNG) development on the Pilbara’s Burrup Hub can coexist for decades into the future with an incredible collection of ancient Murujuga rock art, some of it nearly 50,000...
India’s Electric Bus Revolution Isn’t Just for Megacities alicia.cypress… Wed, 05/28/2025 - 10:15 Imagine living in a country where everyone has access to clean, affordable public transportation to reach their jobs, schools and healthcare needs without relying on polluting fossil fuels. That vision isn’t too far from where India hopes to be by 2047. With an urban population of more than 470 million , India has set an ambitious goal of becoming energy independent by its 100th year of independence. This goal is not just about becoming self-sufficient for its energy needs, but ensuring it’s done in a way that reduces climate-harming emissions and becomes increasingly reliant on clean energy sources. Around 60% of India’s 1.4 billion population is expected to...
Tax expected to generate nearly $100m annually, to be used for projects such as replacing sand on eroding beaches Hawaii ’s governor signed legislation that boosts a tax imposed on hotel room and vacation rental stays in order to raise money to address the consequences of the climate crisis . It’s the first time in a government in the US imposes such levy to help cope with a warming planet. Continue reading...
Ministers of the OPEC+ oil alliance, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, discussed production on Wednesday as another hike looms despite falling prices.
The guidance had directed agencies to consider environmental justice and climate change.
Saúl Luciano Lliuya believes energy giant RWE should be held responsible for melting glaciers.
Higher temperatures spurred by climate change could be increasing women's risk of cancer, a new study says.
. There is mounting scepticism and alarm at the impact of green, clean energy, and no sign of a slowdown. But an apparently-ceaseless series of applications for wind farms, battery storage facilities, hydro and transmission infrastructure is currently reaching, for some, a tipping point.
There's a very high chance that one of the next five years will set a new heat record. It's also very likely that the next five years will see average temperatures above the lower limit in the Paris Agreement on climate change, the UN weather agency forecasts.
The EU announced major strides toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions and boosting the proportion of energy from renewable sources but said it was doing less well on energy efficiency and removing CO2 from the air.
Judges have dismissed a climate case brought against RWE by a Peruvian farmer asking the energy giant to help fund defenses against potential flooding due to melting glaciers.
China, Southeast Asian nations and six Gulf states have pledged to foster closer cooperation with a strong emphasis on economic integration and energy, marking a milestone in enhancing tripartite alignment to tackle regional and global challenges. In a comprehensive joint statement, leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and China reaffirmed their commitment to a rules-based multilateral trading system and economic globalisation, while...
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01449B, Paper Zhenyu Liu, Junyi Du, Jin Yang, Yuanyuan Yan, Yatong Wang, Meiling Wang, Tian Wang, Lixing Kang, Dingsheng Wang Pyridinic-N (N[6]) and pyrrolic-N (N[5]) are vital for the performance of metal-nitrogen-carbon (M–N–C) catalysts, yet precise control over them remains elusive. Here we theoretically explore the impact of N[5]/N[6] atomic... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Regenerative agriculture has growth potential for the offsets market, but scientists question its green credentials On a blustery spring day, Thomas Gent is walking through a field of winter wheat on his family’s farm, which straddles the Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire border. Some of the green shoots reach his knees, while the ground between the plants is covered with clover. Sinking a spade into the soil, Gent grins as he points to the freshly dug clod of earth on the blade. “Look at the root structure,” he says. “It rained 20mm last night. The water has drained down because the soil structure is in the right format.” Continue reading...
Estimated 16,000 litres of petroleum products spilled into Indian ocean on 8 May during decommissioning works at Griffin field Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australia’s offshore energy regulator has launched an investigation into an oil and gas spill at a Woodside Energy project off the Pilbara coast in Western Australia. An estimated 16,000 litres of petroleum products were released into the Indian Ocean on 8 May during decommissioning at the company’s Griffin field, 58km north-west of Exmouth and 60km from Ningaloo marine park. The field stopped production in 2009. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
A federal judge had dismissed a challenge from the Standing Rock Sioux seeking to shutter the pipeline, saying their suit was premature.
The demand goes one step beyond a push to include regulated carbon offsets, further complicating the EU’s attempt to set a 2040 goal.
[IFRC] The new IFRC report highlights concrete ways National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies -- and others in impacted communities -- help people prepare and adapt to climate change, so they can stay safe in their homes or move safely and with dignity on their own terms.
[The Conversation Africa] Societies around the world are confronted with complex problems that defy resolution by any single actor, even well-resourced governments or corporations. Problems like food security, climate change, or biodiversity loss involve a lot of elements and dynamics. A variety of stakeholders need to be involved in creating effective responses to such problems.
The latest prediction of global climate [issued today, Wednesday 28 May 2025] suggests the average global temperature is likely to continue to reach record or near-record levels in the coming five years.
Meg O’Neill’s comments that young people are ‘ideological’ about fossil fuels while ordering from Temu are a blatant attempt to shift responsibility away from her industry Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast You’re likely familiar with the term “carbon footprint”, which measures an individual’s environmental impact. The concept communicates to consumers that we play a significant role in limiting the impacts of climate change through small daily personal choices. The carbon footprint has merit, encouraging the use of keep cups, the offsetting of emissions for a long-haul flight, improving our recycling habits, saving the planet one Tupperware container at a time. Yes, little things do add up. We have real...
Hawaii has enacted a new law increasing taxes on hotel stays and cruise ship bills to generate approximately $100 million annually for climate change mitigation. The funds will address issues like shoreline erosion, wildfire prevention, and native species protection. Governor Josh Green emphasized the necessity of such measures, especially after the devastating Maui wildfire.
A recent study from the University of Manchester reveals that climate change is facilitating the spread of harmful fungi, posing risks to both human health and food security. The research highlights the potential expansion of Aspergillus species into new regions like North America and Europe as temperatures rise.
Climate change could be helping the flesh-eating screwworm fly spread, undoing decades of progress — and the USDA isn’t doing anything about it.
The four Just Stop Oil protesters were planning to glue themselves to the airport taxiway last August.
Wind turbines have become a financial lifeline in rural areas, but state legislators are now targeting them As a Republican state lawmaker for 16 years, a Texas rancher and a staunch supporter of Donald Trump , John Davis’s conservative credentials are impeccable. But Davis has become horrified at his party’s assault upon an increasingly vital lifeline to many rural, conservative areas of the US – clean energy development. Davis allowed seven wind turbines to be situated on his ranch, in the rolling hill country near Menard, west of Austin, and has seen the income provide opportunities not only for his family but also his local community in what is one of the poorest counties in Texas. Continue reading...
The store connects people with equipment donated by solar companies in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The post A free store helps hurricane survivors go solar in western North Carolina appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Southeast Asian economies have signalled their readiness to allow more investments from the Gulf region in sectors such as technology, artificial intelligence and renewable energy, as they look to diversify growth and shield themselves from the impact of US tariffs. In return, the six-member Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is seeking partners beyond the Middle East to tap its oil wealth as part of its efforts to play a greater role in global growth. Southeast Asia’s economies have been reeling...
[Premium Times] The government attributed the frequent rainstorms and strong winds in Ekiti and other parts of the World to global climate change.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright's order came just two days before the Midcontinent Independent System Operator implemented rolling outages in Louisiana.
Canada's new minister emphasized the need to get major projects built quickly and stressed the importance of a range of sectors.
The Republican megabill would slow efforts to green the energy system as climate change accelerates.
Oil giants like Exxon are often connected to social disputes over land and other resources in developing countries.
Grand Council Treaty 3 is deploying new water monitoring stations across the territory this summer. The goal is to collect information about the impact of climate change by tracking water quality changes over time. Here's how the program works, and how it's hoped to help First Nations advocate for solutions.
Meg O’Neill has called out young people as being against fossil fuels while ordering cheap online consumer goods. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Former Labor minister Ed Husic has called for the government to move beyond words to action, and said sanctions on Israel are “probably under consideration”. After Anthony Albanese on Monday said Israel’s blockade of aid into Gaza was “an outrage”, Husic said the prime minister’s comments were important but the government should do “whatever we can”. He told ABC Radio National: We’ve got to the threshold where there’s an expectation we move beyond words … We should be speaking up, but beyond speaking up, I think it’s important that we act, and I certainly think it’s vital our...
The salty wind blows across the ruins of Ghana's Fort Prinzenstein, where thick walls once held thousands of enslaved Africans before their journey across the Atlantic. - Modern economy at risk - Ghana's castles and forts -- particularly Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle -- attract thousands of visitors each year, mostly African Americans seeking to reconnect with their ancestral past.
Is it worthwhile to take the extra time to pre-fill your oil filter? What are the benefits of the practice and how is the process accomplished?
A new kind of space race unfolds on the moon's south pole.
Wed. May 28th 1pm ET/10am PT to Sun. June 1st 5:30pm ET/2:30pm PT on YouTube: 100 HOURS TO SAVE AMERICA'S FORECASTS Whether it's tomorrow's temperatures or the sea level in fifty years, Americans need to plan for our futures. For generations, the US government has invested in the science that helps us do so , building one of the greatest meteorology and climate science communities in the world. In recent months, this community have been thwarted in our mission of serving the public due to substantial cuts and firings . These actions have already hurt our forecasts , endangering Americans as hurricane season approaches . Legally required assessments of the climate are being stopped , and far more drastic cuts are being proposed . But it's...
[Egypt Online] Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi affirmed on Monday, May 26, 2025 the country's readiness to expand partnerships with US energy firms to support their growth across Africa. Speaking at the Egypt-US Policy Leaders Forum 2025, he highlighted Egypt's strategic ties with 57 international oil companies and described the nation as a gateway to the continent.
In an age where ownership is prioritized right from homes and cars to digital assets and data, one essential utility has long remained overlooked: power. For decades, most individuals have rented their energy from utility companies, paying ever-increasing rates with little control or transparency.
Brutal heat and drought expected to blanket country from Nevada to Florida as experts worry climate cuts will burn This year’s summer months promise to be among the hottest on record across the United States, continuing a worsening trend of extreme weather , and amid concern over the impacts of Trump administration cuts to key agencies. The extreme heat could be widespread and unrelenting: only far northern Alaska may escape unusually warm temperatures from June through August, according to the latest seasonal forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Noaa). Continue reading...
What roles do our pensions, investments and banking decisions play in supporting fossil fuel projects? And how green are the sustainable alternatives?
[IPS] Seattle, Washington / SAN Diego, California / Aust -- As the world confronts escalating climate impacts, biodiversity loss, and ocean degradation, islands stand as critical test cases--not just as sites of vulnerability, but as living laboratories of resilience, restoration, and innovation. Too often, they are framed as victims of global circumstances, awaiting salvation from external forces.
Green groups and industry warn axing of Moonlight Range Wind Farm project risks undermining confidence in renewables Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Liberal National party’s axing of a conditionally approved windfarm that could have powered hundreds of thousands of homes risks undermining confidence in the renewable energy sector in Queensland, green and industry groups have warned. Planned for a site 40km north-west of Rockhampton, Greenleaf Renewables’ $1bn Moonlight Range Wind Farm Project would have been able to power about 260,000 homes, using 88 260-metre turbines. It also included a grid-scale battery. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
As the world confronts escalating climate impacts, biodiversity loss, and ocean degradation, islands stand as critical test cases—not just as sites of vulnerability, but as living laboratories of resilience, restoration, and innovation. Too often, they are framed as victims of global circumstances, awaiting salvation from external forces. But they have long been proving grounds for […]
Foreign guests staying at resorts on Koh Samui are helping to combat climate change while enjoying a fun ride on an elephant.
Beijing could crush Taiwan by knocking out the island’s key infrastructure nodes – amplifying its vulnerability exponentially like a “butterfly effect”, according to an article in the May issue of Chinese military magazine Naval and Merchant Ships. The article detailed 30 to 40 “super critical” targets that could lead to a chain collapse of fundamental infrastructure systems if attacked with “best timing”, including liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities that were the focus of a recent People’s...
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 26 May 2025; doi:10.1038/s41558-025-02349-3The adoption of natural climate solutions in crop-lands, such as cover crops, no tillage and residue retention, is widely assumed to provide both climate change mitigation and crop yield benefits. We find important spatially variable trade-offs between these outcomes and demonstrate that safeguarding crop yields will substantially lower the mitigation potential of natural climate solutions.
India's renewable energy sector has experienced substantial growth, increasing from 75.52 GW in 2014 to 232 GW. Solar power has been a key driver, surging from 2.82 GW to over 108 GW. Solar manufacturing capabilities have also expanded significantly, with module production capacity reaching 90 GW.
A listing of 28 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, May 18, 2025 thru Sat, May 24, 2025. Plugging the Weather & Climate Livestream planned to start on May 28 Skeptical Science can't and shouldn't tell anybody how to behave; our role is to help people make better decisions by being better informed. With that in mind, we're again highlighting the Weather And Climate Livestream initiative started by early career scientists. We hope that as many people as possible are educated how US climate and weather reporting and research make us all safer! Here is information from the event's website: SAVE AMERICA'S FORECASTS Whether it's tomorrow's temperatures or the sea level in fifty years, Americans need to plan...
While Kazakhstan is taking steps towards mitigating climate change’s effects, the world needs major actors to step up and lead the way.
It is undoubtedly clear that continuing to burn or export fossil fuels will increase climate change and the risk of extreme weather Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast As New South Wales once again faces heavy rainfall and flooding, the Victorian towns of Euroa and Violet Town will enter stage 2 water restrictions next Wednesday. How is the climate crisis affecting these contrasting extremes? The weather pattern bringing heavy rainfall to NSW is a common wet-weather scenario for the coast. A high-pressure system in the Tasman Sea has stalled, and the anticlockwise air flow around the high is pushing moist air from the ocean over land. At the same time, about three kilometres above the surface, a low-pressure system is lifting the moist ocean air up. As...
About 8,800 villagers around Chikwawa in Malawi are receiving the equivalent of £433 each - and the Foreign Office insists the best way to send the money is directly to each of them.
Climate change is not only causing environmental damage but also significantly impacting mental health, leading to eco-anxiety and ecological grief, especially among younger generations. Experts emphasize the need for integrated care models and increased awareness to address climate-related distress. Recognizing eco-anxiety as a valid concern and promoting emotional resilience are crucial for holistic climate action.
On newer cars, changing the oil also means resetting the oil life percent in the gauge cluster. How do you do that on the recent Honda Accord?
Duramax engines are known for being reliable, but even they need regular engine oil changes to stay at their best. Here's how much oil you'll need.
The Trump administration wants to block states from trying to limit the “astounding” costs and impacts of climate change
The agency plans to argue that carbon emissions from power plants do not contribute “significantly” to climate change. Scientists disagree.
[New Dawn] Liberia has taken a giant step in renewable energy, with an investment of US$105 Million.
Want to reduce your carbon footprint but live in a flat? Here are some tips for getting it done Change by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprint Got a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.com Australia has the highest uptake of rooftop solar in the world – with more than 4m solar installations across the country. In 2022 more than 30% of Australian households were generating solar energy on their rooftops – but in many cases those living in apartments have been left behind. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
The president signed executive orders that threaten to erode the decades-long independence of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Nuclear energy stocks soared after President Donald Trump signed a set of executive orders on Friday meant to accelerate the development of nuclear power reactors in the U.S. and revamp the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).Read more...
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has criticised the West for its support of military regimes in Pakistan, asserting that this backing has significantly undermined democracy in the country. He highlighted Europe's focus on its own energy needs, questioning the expectation that other nations should suffer due to Europe's actions regarding Russian oil.
US president wants to cut licensing process from years to 18 months in effort to boost nuclear power production Harvard University has sued the Trump administration over its decision to revoke the Ivy League school’s ability to enrol international students, a move the school called unconstitutional and retaliatory . Reuters reports that in a complaint filed in Boston federal court, Harvard called the revocation a “blatant violation” of the US constitution’s first amendment and other federal laws. Continue reading...
Party spokesperson says policy has ‘clear benefits for securing jobs and energy independence’ Reform UK has promised to reverse the government’s ban on fresh North Sea oil and gas drilling as a “day one” priority if elected to power, with the taxpayer taking a stake in the projects. Richard Tice, the party’s deputy leader, has met with senior UK oil executives in recent weeks to pledge the party’s support for the industry, which has been hit hard by the government’s windfall tax and moves to block fresh North Sea exploration licences. Continue reading...
The injunction applies to EPA, the Energy and Interior departments, and other agencies.
Mosquito experts say cuts in aid will lead to collapse of crucial surveillance and control in endemic countries Climate change could make the UK vulnerable to insect-transmitted tropical diseases that were previously only found in hot countries, scientists have warned, urging ministers to redouble efforts to contain their spread abroad. Leading mosquito experts said the government’s cuts to international aid would lead to a collapse in crucial surveillance, control and treatment programmes in endemic countries, leading to more deaths . Continue reading...
Signs more typically seen in Australia aim to raise awareness after more than 30 moorland fires since March Wildfire warning signs normally seen in the parched Australian outback have been installed in the UK for the first time. In a stark illustration of the worsening impact of the climate emergency, signs have been put up in the Peak District and south Pennines, where there have been more than 30 moorland fires since March. Continue reading...
Clean energy and climate investments are not just environmental imperatives but economic opportunities. China is already a world leader in these.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00227C, Paper Digen Ruan, Yanru Wang, Jiasen Guo, Zhuangzhuang Cui, Qingshun Nian, Zhihao Ma, Dazhuang Wang, Jiajia Fan, Jun Ma, Bingqing Xiong, Qi Dong, Ruiguo Cao, Shuhong Jiao, Xiaodi Ren An oscillating Li + -acceptor fluorine-donor electrolyte incorporating a new co-solvent with an asymmetric super-lithiophilic fluorine group resolves the dilemma between fast electrolyte Li + transport and stable interphases. To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
[Namibian] As the world battles with climate change, climate financing has become a priority for many governments, and the Ministry of Finance has been tasked with establishing a framework to encourage private sector investment in climate change initiatives.
The attorneys general allege the asset management companies conspired to slash U.S. coal production.
The U.S. oil giant has been a major contributor to Venezuela’s economy in recent years, supplying about 20 percent of its output.
Senior Liberals ‘uncomfortable’ with precedent set in negotiations, as Turnbull accuses Nationals of ‘holding a gun to the Liberal party’s head’ Australia news live: latest politics updates Full federal election results: live Australian Senate seat count See our full coverage of the Australian election Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The opposition leader, Sussan Ley, is slated to announce a frontbench line up next week after reconciliation talks with the National party led to an in-principle policy deal on Friday. The in-principle deal extends to a new policy to lift the Howard-era moratorium on nuclear power in Australia, but stops short of Peter Dutton’s commitment for the federal government to build and run state-owned reactors – an...
Thousands of experts have raised concerns about budget cuts and staffing shortages at the climate and weather agency.
Heat waves are becoming more common and intense underwater due to climate change, which can bleach sea anemones that clownfish call home.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01686J, Paper Liang Zeng, Rong Hu, Ming Zhang, Seunglok Lee, Qingyuan Wang, Shixin Meng, Qi Chen, Jiangang Liu, Lingwei Xue, Liwei Mi, Changduk Yang, Zhi-Guo Zhang Tethered small-molecule acceptors (SMAs), featuring multiple SMA subunits connected to an aromatic core via flexible chains, effectively suppressing thermodynamic relaxation and enhancing stretchability in polymer solar cells (PSCs). However, these... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE00618J, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence. Saurabh Parab, Jonathan Lee, Matthew Miyagishima, Qiushi Miao, Bhargav Bhamwala, Alex Liu, Louis Ah, Bhagath Sreenarayanan, Kun Ryu, Mingqian Li, Neal Arakawa, Robert D. Schmidt, Mei Cai, Fang Dai, Ping Liu, Shen Wang, Ying Shirley Meng Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries hold significant promise for electric vehicles and aviation due to their high energy density and cost-effectiveness. However, understanding the root causes of performance degradation remains a formidable... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
[This Day] Executive Secretary of UN Climate Change (UNFCCC), Simon Stiell, has explained that the new national climate plans (NDCs) - due from all countries ahead of COP30 - are "really about growth" and "are an antidote to economic uncertainty".
A ritzy Beverly Hills hotel always charged Sean “Diddy” Combs an extra $1,000 to repair damages after the fallen music mogul left the room covered in baby oil and candle wax, according to testimony. The L’Ermitage hotel’s internal notes about Combs detailed how rooms that the Bad Boy Records founder stayed in had to be...
Open access notables Shifting Gears in a Shifting Climate: Birds Adjust Migration Speed in Response to Spring Vegetation Green-Up , Amaral et al., Diversity and Distributions Our results have direct implications for the conservation of migratory bird diversity in Eastern North America. While birds show some plasticity in adjusting migration pace, this flexibility has limits—particularly when green-up occurs unusually early. Coupled with the slow pace of climate change mitigation through policy and behaviour, migratory birds face constrained options. Mismatches between migration timing and peak resource availability at stopover and breeding sites may reduce reproductive success and survival (Youngflesh et al. 2023 ). Conservation efforts should therefore...
President Donald Trump's workforce reductions and push to undermine climate change and extreme weather protections pose new challenges for the Pisgah National Forest recovery.
I was researching the role of the church in addressing contemporary issues such as gender-based violence, climate change, and social justice when I came across the #ChurchToo movement—and I got really excited. Not because the stories were easy to read (they weren’t), but because this movement was a bold, necessary conversation that faith communities could […]
The Trump administration is seeking to dramatically expand oil and gas development in ecologically sensitive areas across the North Slope.
Newsom issues rallying cry as GOP-controlled Senate seeks to move ahead with plan to revoke key environmental rule California has long been one of the nation’s pre-eminent eco-warriors, enacting landmark environmental standards for cars and trucks that go much further than those mandated by the federal government. Vehicles across the country are cleaner, more efficient and electric in greater numbers because of it. But that could all change if Donald Trump and his Republican allies manage to revoke the state’s ability to set its own, stricter emissions standards amid a White House crusade to combat climate-friendly policies. Continue reading...
After climate-driven L.A. fires, “rancid” politics and fear of job loss, gas prices, slows momentum to confront industry. The post Push to make big oil pay for climate damage losing steam in California legislature appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
In Brazil, the Chinese social media giant TikTok is said to be the latest company planning a supercomputer warehouse that will use vast amounts of water and energy It is a warehouse the size of 12 football pitches that promises to create much-needed jobs and development in Caucaia city, north-east Brazil. But it won’t have shelves stocked with products. This vast building will be a datacentre, believed to be earmarked for TikTok , the Chinese-owned video-sharing app, as part of a 55bn reais (£7.3bn) project to expand its global datacentre infrastructure. As the demand for supercomputer facilities rises, fuelled by the AI boom, Brazil is attracting more and more tech companies . The choice of Caucaia is no accident. Several undersea cables carry data from the nearby capital of...
[RFI] European supermarket shelves could become emptier as climate change and biodiversity loss threaten food production in countries that export to the EU, a report published on Wednesday warned.
The mid-Atlantic grid operator says its speedier process for bringing more power onto its system will expand renewable energy. Is it too late?
Gov. JB Pritzker (D) is expected to sign the legislation after news of leaks at an Archer-Daniels-Midland carbon storage project raised new questions about safety.
Images of the U.S. president pitching oil and gas agreements in the Middle East last week contrasted with China's effort to expand its clean energy commitments with Brazil.
Cases of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses have been increasing in Quebec for more than a decade, and experts say climate change is partially to blame.
Australia should also make moves to address the climate impact of its fossil fuel production and exports Watching from the western Pacific, we saw many describe Australia’s recent election as a decisive moment for climate and energy policy. If that was the case, the people of Australia have spoken loud and clear. Like many of us in the Pacific had hoped, most Australians wanted to throw off the shackles of the last decade’s “climate wars” and usher in a new era of responsible climate and energy policy, one that harnesses the limitless potential of Australia’s renewable energy superpowers and helps lead the Pacific region and the world to a safer and more prosperous climate future. Continue reading...
[This Day] Port Harcourt -- The incident, it was gathered, occured in the early hours of yesterday, on a pipeline's right of way operated by the company, which now operates the assets formerly owned by Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC)
A Delta flight that made an emergency landing in Atlanta in February had no visible oil in its right engine, the National Transportation Safety Board announced on Wednesday.
With the US in retreat from climate negotiations, China's Xi Jinping could become the next green global leader
Experts from the University of British Columbia have revealed the popular wines that are most at risk from climate change.
Massive fires fuelled by climate change led global forest loss to smash records in 2024, according to a report issued on Wednesday.
Forecasters of space weather keep an eye on the sun to stay ahead of eruptions of solar material that have the ability to shut down power grids on Earth, disrupt aircraft routes, global communications and GPS, and damage satellites and spacecraft. Here are some of the worst solar storms Earth has weathered.
“Fragments” of West Nile virus have been detected in UK mosquitoes, suggesting that the virus is circulating in the country, probably as a result of the warming climate
SAO PAULO — Massive fires fuelled by climate change led global forest loss to smash records in 2024, according to a report issued on Wednesday.
Developer shrinks five-year investment plans by £3bn blaming policy and planning delays One of the UK’s biggest energy developers will cut its planned spending on new renewables projects in a blow to the government’s 2030 clean power targets. SSE warned that it would be unlikely to meet its own renewable energy goals for the end of the decade after shrinking its five-year spending plans by £3bn to £17.5bn. Continue reading...
Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle, and it's important to change it on schedule. However, can you just top it off? Here's what you need to know.
Die Single stammt aus ihrem neuen Album „Virgin“. Das bekommt ebenfalls ein sehr intimes Cover-Artwork. Spätestens seit dem schillernden Cover-Artwork für „Solar Power“ gehören Aufsehen erregende Visuals für Platten und Singles zur Performance von Lorde dazu. Nachdem zuletzt das graphische Antlitz ihres neuen Albums „Virgin“ (erscheint am 27. Juni) bekannt wurde und ihre Fans dazu bewog, anzunehmen, die Sängerin würde hier ihre Verhütungsmethode enthüllen, birgt auch das Artwork für ihren... Der Beitrag Lorde klebt sich für „Man Of The Year“ die Brüste ab erschien zuerst auf Rolling Stone.
The EPA administrator told lawmakers that “multiple entities” have expressed interest in taking over the energy efficiency program for appliances.
Prices are expected to remain low for the state auction Wednesday, giving the state less money to cut pollution and address climate change.
Up to 12 percent of India's greenhouse gas emission come from steelmaking. That number could double in five years.
Cocoa one of six commodities vulnerable to environmental threats in ‘extremely worrying picture’ for food resilience Climate breakdown and wildlife loss are deepening the EU’s “chocolate crisis”, a report has argued, with cocoa one of six key commodities to come mostly from countries vulnerable to environmental threats. More than two-thirds of the cocoa, coffee, soy, rice, wheat and maize brought into the EU in 2023 came from countries that are not well-prepared for climate change, according to the UK consultants Foresight Transitions. Continue reading...
[Capital FM] Absa Life Assurance Kenya has launched a mangrove restoration initiative in Tsunza, Kwale County, planting 10,000 trees as part of its broader commitment to climate resilience and community-led environmental stewardship.
[UN News] The global drive for renewable energy technologies has sharply increased demand for so-called critical minerals, heightening the risk of crime, corruption, and instability across supply chains as organised crime groups infiltrate the mining industry.
[Democracy Works] With the African Union now a permanent member of the G20 and South Africa leading this year, we have a unique chance to influence international decisions on climate change, digital technology, food security, and fair access to energy.
Tropical forests provide a buffer against climate change, but disappeared faster than ever recorded last year.
The Trump administration has lifted a stop-work order on New York's offshore wind energy project and will allow construction to resume.
Oil rigs keep the black gold pumping out of the ground at a steady clip, but who owns the most oil rigs? There's one leader that's far ahead of everyone else.
Here's how to enter for a chance at a free Jackery HomePower 3000!
Burgum defends Trump budget slashing green funds, saying AI and Iran pose bigger threats than warming The US has “plenty of time” to solve the climate crisis ,” the interior secretary, Doug Burgum, told a House committee on Tuesday. The comment came on his first of two days of testimony to House and Senate appropriators in which he defended Donald Trump ’s proposed budget, dubbed the “ one big, beautiful bill ”, that would extend tax reductions enacted during Trump’s first term, while cutting $5bn of funding for the Department of the Interior. Continue reading...
PARIS - Rising seas will severely test humanity’s resilience in the second half of the 21st century and beyond, even if nations defy the odds and cap global warming at the ambitious 1.5 degrees Celsius target, researchers said on Tuesday.
BP has funded Washington’s National Gallery of Art, UK’s Royal Shakespeare Company and National Portrait Gallery Oil interests have funded cultural institutions such as museums, youth organizations and athletic groups in recent years, new research shows, in what appears to be a public relations effort to boost their image amid growing public awareness of the climate crisis. Top US fossil fuel lobby group the American Petroleum Institute (API) sponsored a 2017 workshop for the Pennsylvania Girl Scouts , featuring “activities that mimicked work in the energy industry”. Energy giant BP in 2016 sponsored Washington DC’s National Gallery of Art and continues to fund the British Museum in London. And in 2019, Shell sponsored the golf event the Houston Open for the 26th time. Continue reading...
From acknowledging big emotions to finding ways to make climate action fun, it’s important to start where your kids are Change by Degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprint Got a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.com Although it’s unfair, it’s young people (and the generations to come) who will have to deal with fallout from the climate crisis. So how do you talk to young people about living sustainably and raise knowledgeable kids who care about the future of the planet? Here are some tips for engaging the next generation on the environment meaningfully. Continue reading...
The Department of the Interior Friday announced approval of a mining plan modification for Bull Mountains coal mine in Montana. It authorizes Signal Peak Energy, LLC to mine roughly 22.8 million tons of federal coal.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01454A, Perspective Pengfei Wang, Jiaxing Xu, Zhaoyuan Bai, Ruzhu Wang, Tingxian Li Water crisis has emerged as one of the most severe threats to global sustainable development. The atmosphere contains approximately 13,000 trillion liters of water as an accessible natural water source... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
There's been a bid to ask the government to consider a heritage application to protect Indigenous rock art.
Some E. coli can survive by pushing out electrons instead of using oxygen
More than three-quarters of new gas pipeline capacity under development in the US would feed additional liquefied natural gas exports rather than supporting domestic energy needs, a new report concludes. Greenhouse gas emissions tied to that new capacity would be far larger than the current climate pollution from all coal-fired power plants nationwide, according to the […]
The UK Treasury has run out of road for delaying nuclear decisions, according to Whitehall and industry insiders.
U.S. export controls on a key plastic feedstock could hamper the president's signature plan to increase oil and gas production.
The state was struggling to cut planet-warming emissions before the president began pushing for more gas pipelines and less renewable development.
Environmental groups have accused French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies of misleading consumers with ads that overstate its climate commitments and fossil fuel transition in a landmark Paris trial.
[World Bank] Washington -- The World Bank Board of Executive Directors recently approved the Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy and Digital Access Transformation project for Sudan (ASCENT-Sudan) which aims to expand energy access and digital services in Gadaref, Kassala, Northern and River Nile states. By filling critical gaps in power and digital connectivity, the project supports urgent needs, while laying the foundation for long-term recovery and growth. This project is Phase 11 of the Regional ASCENT Multi-phase
[The Conversation Africa] The world's oceans cover more than 70% of Earth's surface. They're filled with currents, some much stronger than the fastest flowing large rivers. These currents can be harnessed as clean, marine renewable energy. Marine energy is much more predictable and reliable than many other forms of renewable energy because unlike sun and wind, which regularly do not produce electricity, ocean currents never stop moving around the planet. New research has found that the eastern and south-eastern coasts of Africa
A public feud has erupted between Donald Trump and Elon Musk over a government tax bill, leading to Trump claiming he asked Musk to leave his advisory role and revoked EV mandates. Musk has vehemently criticized the bill, while Trump has voiced his disappointment and threatened to terminate Musk's government contracts.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, Trinidad's then-Energy Minister Stuart Young launched an official enquiry, led by one of the UK's top international criminal barristers, Jerome Lynch KC.
[Premium Times] "One of Denmark's strategic priorities for engagement with Africa is to increase efforts for climate adaptation, with particular focus on water, forests, and biodiversity, and support for green transition in the continent."
For reasons still unknown, Earth's energy imbalance is rising much faster than models can account for. Now, scientists are calling for long-term investment in monitoring capability, so that they can make informed predictions about climate change.
Antarctica could see a doubling of extreme weather events – such as atmospheric rivers – by 2100, with implications for future sea level rise. A new study published last week … The post Climate change supercharges atmospheric rivers over Antarctica appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
Germany's Wendelstein 7-X stellarator has set a new benchmark for fusion reactors, bringing commercial, near-limitless clean energy one step closer to reality.
The move could buy time for the agency as it considers killing the rule altogether.
‘Missa Laudato Si’’ incorporates the late Pope Francis’s Laudato Si’ encyclical and other environmental texts in a musical reflection on climate change. The post Composer weaves climate crisis themes into new choral work appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Here’s how to find reliable information and keep safe during the summer heat and hurricane season following the unprecedented cuts at federal agencies.
SET-listed BCPG, the power generation arm of energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation, is continuing to grow its business in Taiwan by developing two new solar farms, in line with the government's renewable energy acceleration policy.
[Leadership] Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, has expressed sorrow over the devastating floods that struck Mokwa, Niger State, claiming the lives of at least 200 people, including women and children.
The Texas-based company has hit two legal hurdles over the last week.
Wildfires are turning forests into "massive carbon emitters," a new report warns. Tree-planting "will likely increase emissions."
[Shabelle] Baku, Azerbaijan -- A high-level Somali government delegation, led by Minister of Energy and Water Resources Abdullahi Bidhan, took part in the Baku Energy Forum on Tuesday, joining international stakeholders in discussions focused on the future of global energy.
Officials discovered the village reservoir was empty in March, and they believe climate change is to blame. Now, a team of researchers is looking for a new, permanent source of drinking water for the Nunavik community.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav addressed critical environmental issues, emphasizing India's commitment to reducing single-use plastic through bans and extended producer responsibility. India advocates for a consensus-based international agreement on plastic pollution, balancing environmental concerns with sustainable development. The government is also reassessing its climate action pledges, considering national circumstances.
The EU has urged China to stop restricting the export of rare earth minerals and magnets, with the bloc’s trade chief saying its industries are in an “alarming situation”. The request was made during a meeting between the sides’ top commerce officials in Paris on Tuesday. It comes as sectors across Europe raise the alarm about a shortage of rare earths, which are used to manufacture hi-tech goods ranging from electric cars and smartphones to military tanks and aircraft. “I informed my Chinese...
Using next-generation technology could offer fresh insight into unprecedented ocean extremes driven by climate change or other factors.
“It's really unbelievable, how much noise impacts so many people."
The severe storm that struck Alexandria Governorate on Saturday early morning renewed the concerns of many public affairs experts and experts at the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF). These concerns were linked to numerous scientific studies issued by international scientific institutions, such as NASA, which revealed that the extreme climate changes impacting Alexandria … The post Experts, MPs, call on state to take warnings of Alexandria sinking seriously appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Oil and gas companies employ thousands of workers, and their revenue boosts the state's budget. But those benefits may come at a cost where schools sit near pipelines, wellheads and flare stacks.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya has commended the global climate change body for approving over USD 900 million to fund climate-resilient development projects.
[WRI] Washington, D.C. -- As climate hazards like floods and wildfires intensify - and global financial resources grow tighter - a new study by World Resources Institute (WRI) presents powerful evidence that bolstering funding for adaptation and resilience is not only urgent but also one of the smartest development investments available today.
The 8-0 decision overturned the U.S. Court of Appeals decision that the project’s environmental impact statement was insufficient. The post Supreme Court puts Utah’s oil train back on the rails appeared first on High Country News.
Facebook's parent company could start taking electricity from the 1,121-megawatt Clinton plant in Illinois by summer of 2027.
Only two wind farms are partially operating today with a combined capacity of less than 32 megawatts.
The State Oil Fuel Fund, once riddled with huge debts after heavily subsidising oil and gas prices, has seen a shift from red to black ink in its oil account, thanks to decreasing global oil prices, said a source at the Energy Ministry.
[The Conversation Africa] Africa needs its forests for sustainable development, poverty reduction, food security, and to make the continent more resilient to climate change. They take up 23% of the continent. At 674 million hectares in extent, these forests occupy an area the same size as the Amazon rainforest.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Advance Article DOI : 10.1039/D5EE90059J, Correction Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence. Siddhartha Subramanian, Jesse Kok, Pratik Gholkar, Asvin Sajeev Kumar, Hugo-Pieter Iglesias van Montfort, Ruud Kortlever, Atsushi Urakawa, Bernard Dam, Thomas Burdyny To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above. The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
A unanimous decision will allow a controversial Utah oil project to go forward, while easing climate review standards for future major energy projects.
Air quality alerts stretch from Alberta to parts of northern Ontario, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada, with some U.S. states also seeing advisories.
These underwater batteries could potentially store hundreds of thousands of gigawatt-hours.
Batteries for your cordless power tools aren't cheap, and so either on purpose or by accident, you may wind up with a fake battery. Here's what to do.
Citizens suggest carbon labels on advertised products could help consumers make better decisions.
Meta (META) has secured a 20-year agreement with Constellation Energy (CEG) to purchase nuclear power from the Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois, as it works to secure more energy for its growing AI operations, the company said Tuesday.Read more...
[New Times] In a bid to protect power generation at the Rusumo Hydroelectric Power Plant, floating booms will soon be deployed on the Akagera River to halt the advance of invasive water hyacinth.
Lawyer Melissa Sims breaks down how she and a team of lawyers are trying to hold gas and oil companies accountable for the damages caused by climate-change-fueled storms like Hurricane Maria. The post Puerto Rican municipalities take on Big Oil in court using a law made for the mob appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Keir Starmer expected to confirm result of 15-year search for investment at UK-France summit next month Business live – latest updates UK ministers could give the go-ahead to the new Sizewell C nuclear power plant in Suffolk within weeks, according to reports. Keir Starmer is expected to give the final nod to begin construction of Britain’s second new nuclear power project in a generation, alongside the French nuclear developer EDF, at a Franco-British summit next month. Continue reading...
A severe storm in Alexandria struck early Saturday morning, raising concerns after several scientific studies indicated that the severe weather in the coastal governorate may be a result of climate change – portending further extreme natural phenomena such as flooding by the end of the century. According to research from the international scientific journal “Weather … The post Severe Alexandria storm may reoccur due to climate change: Researcher appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Constellation Energy Corporation announced Tuesday it has made a deal to provide the Meta technology company with clean energy for a couple of decades.
RELEASE: WRI Study Finds Climate Adaptation Investments Yield Massive Returns — Over $10 for Every $1 Spent darla.vanhoorn… Tue, 06/03/2025 - 03:24 Washington, D.C. (June 3, 2025) — As climate hazards like floods and wildfires intensify — and global financial resources grow tighter — a new study by World Resources Institute (WRI) presents powerful evidence that bolstering funding for adaptation and resilience is not only urgent but also one of the smartest development investments available today. The study, which analyzed 320 adaptation and resilience investments across 12 countries totaling $133 billion, finds that every $1 invested in adaptation and resilience generates more than $10 in benefits over ten years. This translates to potential returns...
[All Rise Attorneys for Climate and Environmental Justice] On 2 June 2025, the Mfolozi Community Environmental Justice Organisation (MCEJO) together with the Global Environmental Trust (GET), Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA), ActionAid South Africa, (ActionAidSA), and the Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Network (SAHRDN) obtained a court order from the Pietermaritzburg High Court setting out the agreed deadlines by which Tendele Coal Mining (Pty) Ltd and the other opposing respondents must file their answering papers.
A major hurricane could shut down one of the country’s largest energy and petrochemical hubs. But a decadeslong effort to boost protection remains largely unfunded.
A total of 26 wildfires were burning out of control Monday in Alberta, which is the source of most of Canada’s oil output.
Wopke Hoekstra successfully pushed the incoming coalition to back foreign carbon credits, helping shift the EU-level 2040 talks.
[The Conversation Africa] Imagine turning fruit waste into technology that stores electricity. This would reduce food waste and promote clean energy storage. Postdoctoral researcher Vianney Ngoyi Kitenge transformed mangosteen peels into specialised carbon materials that he used to make supercapacitor energy storage cells. He came up with a simplified way to do this, hugely reducing the cost. This breakthrough converts agricultural waste into valuable components for energy storage technology. He sets out how it works and what's
President Donald Trump wants to double the amount of oil coursing through Alaska's vast pipeline system and build a massive natural gas project, a top administration official said Monday.
A group of residents called the official cleanup deadline of February 2026 “extremely unacceptable” and accused officials of misusing state funds.
Spending should be focused on the immediate threats we face: underfunded public services and an escalating climate crisis Karen Bell is professor of social and environmental justice at the University of Glasgow The UK government has now unveiled its strategic defence review (SDR), positioning it as a bold response to global threats, particularly from Russia. The plan includes increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, with aspirations to reach 3% in the next parliament. The government’s narrative suggests that increased military spending will enhance national security and stimulate economic growth. However, this perspective neglects the immediate threats facing UK citizens: underfunded public services, a strained National Health Service and the escalating climate crisis. Karen...
Land and Carbon, Inc. emerges with a mission to regenerate the Earth's most degraded lands while creating new transformative value and revenue for those who depend on it most.
Tracing the origin of an ultra-hot exoplanet: The chemical composition of WASP-121b suggests that it formed in a cool zone of its natal disc, comparable to the region of gas and ice giants in our Solar System. Methane indicates unexpected atmospheric dynamics: Despite extreme heat, methane was detected on the nightside -- a finding that can be explained by strong vertical atmospheric circulation. First detection of silicon monoxide in a planetary atmosphere: Measurements of this refractory gas allow quantifying the rocky material the planet had accumulated.
A massive solar storm that hit Earth over the weekend is intensifying, with the potential to trigger radio blackouts and strain power grids.
On the chopping block would be the Bureau of Land Management's renewable energy program, the offshore wind program managed by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management and the U.S. Geological Survey's Ecosystems Mission Area.
The Emmy award winning comic teams up with renowed scientist Michael Oppenheimer for a new video campaign David Cross is many things: a famed comic, an Emmy award winner, and a New York Times bestseller. But he is not a climate scientist. That fact might make him the perfect person to communicate the urgency of global heating to mass audiences. Continue reading...
[Daily News] DAR ES SALAAM -- AS Tanzania accelerates its shift to renewable energy, the private sector is stepping up as a powerful engine driving growth and adoption in this critical sector.
[Leadership] PE Energy Limited, a leading energy services company, has completed and submitted the Engineering Audit Report on Upstream Measurement Equipment and Facilities in the Nigerian Oil and Gas Sector to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).
When it comes to climate and the environment, some oils are a cut above. Here’s what to know.
[Earthlife] Earthlife Africa Johannesburg hosted a 'Scamtho' (community dialogue) with communities in Soweto to call on government, different stakeholders and everyone to fast track a people-led just transition to a low-carbon economy, to protect South Africa and the wider African continent from fossil fuel extraction and further climate change risks.
Beijing has infuriated Trump officials by failing to loosen its crackdown on exports of seven “heavy” rare earth metals which are essential for gadgets like smartphones and electric cars as well as military hardware like F-35 fighter jets and drones.
Oil-producing nations led by Saudi Arabia agreed during a video conference on Saturday to add 411,000 barrels a day to the market in July.
[Egypt Online] Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation announced that the 1.1-gigawatt Suez wind power plant, developed by a consortium of local and international private sector partners, has won two major international awards.
With the federal government moving to dismantle clean car sales mandates, New York lawmakers are mulling a standard to transition the transportation sector away from fossil fuels.
How glaciers collapse around the world can differ, scientists say. But in almost every instance, climate change is playing a role.
Chris Bowen has refused to rule out a possible 'carbon tariff' on dirty cement or steel as he acknowledged that Australia must 'do more' to achieve its climate targets.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE05273K, Analysis Miriam Blaine, Paul Webley, Damon Honnery A comparative analysis of CO 2 e emissions of renewable methanol produced from forestry residues (FR) and conventional methanol produced from natural gas (NG) is undertaken to assess which production pathway yields... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Spain’s recent blackout and AI datacentres’ energy needs are leading politicians to reach for the restart button When millions of people across the Iberian peninsula were left without power last month the political fallout ignited debate over Europe’s renewable energy agenda, and fuelled the rising interest in nuclear power. Europe’s largest power blackout in decades, still largely unexplained, has raised questions about whether renewable energy can be relied on to provide a stable source of clean energy. It has also fuelled a renewed interest in the global nuclear power renaissance already under way. Continue reading...
A listing of 27 news and opinion articles we found interesting and shared on social media during the past week: Sun, May 25, 2025 thru Sat, May 31, 2025. Story of the week If you haven't yet tuned in to the Weather and Climate Livestream you still have a chance to do so in the 13 hours after this news roundup was published! Regardless of when you tune in, you'll find something of interest to watch as they cover so many different topics. Each presentation is about 20 minutes long unless it's the middle of the night or very early morning in the U.S. when you might be treated to an hour-long segment of live coding or lab experiments! You can currently also watch the previous parts of the livestream which they have to reset every 8 hours or so via the catchup play list . We...
Honda has made many lawn mower engines, including the GCV160. Which brands used the engine, and what sort of oil do you need to keep it running at its best?
Employees say cuts and deregulation undermine department’s ability to function and will cause cost hikes Workers at the US Department of Energy say cuts and deregulations are undermining the ability for the department to function and will result in significant energy cost hikes for consumers. Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” will raise energy costs for American households by as much as 7% in 2035 due to the repeal of energy tax credits and could put significant investment and energy innovation at risk, according to a report by the Rhodium Group. The non-partisan think tank Energy Innovation calculated the average US household will see its utility bills rise by over $230 by 2035 as a result of cuts to renewable energy investments. Continue reading...
New Zealand is actively pursuing a free trade agreement with India, with negotiations underway to enhance economic ties. Winston Peters, New Zealand's Deputy PM, emphasized the commitment to boosting trade beyond the current 1.5% of exports, focusing on sectors like food, agriculture, and renewable energy. Strengthening defense and security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region is also a priority.
Your money is powerful and you can actively choose whether it props up harmful industries or helps build a better future Change by Degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprint Got a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.com What if your money was quietly fuelling the climate crisis – and you had no idea? If you bank with one of the big four or have retirement savings in superannuation, there’s a good chance it is. In Australia, many major banks and most default super funds continue to invest in fossil fuel companies and their coal, oil and gas projects, driving global warming. Continue reading...
The judge asked lawyers how a suit by Charleston, S.C., claiming oil companies misled people about climate risks, might be affected by a Trump executive order blasting cases like these.
Most of the incentives left off the chopping block are those favored by oil and gas companies.
Jesse Katz, founder of Aperture Cellars and Devil Proof Vineyards, has made some of the most acclaimed wines in California—and he’s doing it by thinking beyond sustainability. A record-breaking winemaker with 100-point bottles and a NASA-caliber toolkit, Katz makes the case for regenerative viticulture as both ecological stewardship and precision craft. In this Q&A, he breaks down the marketing myths around “natural” wine, how climate change has reshaped his approach, and why great winemaking starts—and ends—with the soil.
The clear sense of betrayal from some and relief from others suggests many are not sure where the government stands on carbon.
Greens leader accuses Albanese government of failing two climate tests: pollution on the rise and approving extension for North West Shelf Get Guardian Australia environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as an email Australia’s climate-heating emissions increased fractionally last year as pollution from fossil fuel power plants rose for the first time in a decade, and domestic air travel and use of diesel-powered cars and trucks hit record highs. The jump in emissions was small – just 0.05% – due to falls in pollution from other sectors. But the direction was at odds with the Albanese government’s pledge to cut pollution to reach targets for 2030 and 2050. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue reading...
Authorities have banned swimming off the coast of Anapa due to December's disastrous oil spill. Tourists have been seen enjoying the waters anyway.
In what could become a landmark case for climate accountability, a Washington state woman has filed a wrongful death lawsuit believed to be the first of its kind against major oil companies, claiming they contributed to her mother’s death during the 2021 Pacific Northwest heat wave.Read more...
The Bureau of Land Management plays a key role in the Trump administration push to speed up energy development and permitting on public lands.
Collaboration Among China, Europe and Africa Can Power Africa’s Energy Transition alicia.cypress… Fri, 05/30/2025 - 08:15 As the climate crisis intensifies, transitioning to sustainable energy has emerged as a pivotal focus of global efforts. Outdated and fragile energy systems impede countries and regions from increasing energy access and affordability, improving air pollution and living standards, and driving industrialization and modernization. Since the international Paris Agreement on climate change was signed in 2015, global renewable energy investments have nearly tripled. However, these investments are predominantly concentrated in developed countries, leaving developing countries with a need of approximately $1.7 trillion annually in renewable energy investments...
Germany, France and Poland are in favor.
Half the global population endured an additional month of extreme heat over the past year because of manmade climate change, a new study found Friday.
A plan to phase out coal-fired power generation offers a new business opportunity for SET-listed TPI Polene Power (TPIPP), Thailand's largest waste-to-energy developer, aiming to increase renewable power sales to customers in the industrial sector.
Nippon’s potential investments in American steel include extending the life of one facility’s coal-based furnace.
Julie Leon died of hyperthermia in Seattle on June 28, 2021 — the hottest day in the city's history. A lawsuit claims she was a victim of oil companies' "misrepresentations" about climate change.
The case brought against the oil industry by Charleston, South Carolina, seemed to tilt in favor of fossil fuel producers, which are trying to dismiss it.
Industrial pollution has degraded the rock art and will continue to do so until emissions at Murujuga are reduced to zero, experts argue Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast On Thursday, the new environment minister, Murray Watt, approved an extension for the North West Shelf liquefied natural gas project. The gas plant at Karratha, Western Australia, will run until 2070. This expansion – and the pollution it will release – has led to a recommendation by the International Council on Monuments and Sites to defer Unesco’s decision on the world heritage listing of the nearby Murujuga rock art. Continue reading...
Twenty-two young Americans have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that executive orders promoting fossil fuel development and dismantling climate protections infringe upon their fundamental rights to life and liberty. The lawsuit, filed in Montana, targets orders that aim to accelerate oil, gas, and coal extraction while hindering clean energy projects.
A California court has sided with state coastal authorities and ordered Sable Offshore Corp. to abide by a preliminary injunction stopping any future work on oil and gas pipelines.
The Brics economic bloc approved its first joint climate finance framework on Thursday, the group’s most coordinated effort to date on funding climate action and setting the stage for a shared position – a first for the group – ahead of Cop30 in Brazil. The nonbinding framework – agreed during a high-level meeting on climate change and sustainable development – outlines Brics priorities including the reform of multilateral development banks, the scaling up of concessional finance and the...
Solar charging might not be the main way to power the battery, but it’s still a useful backup for emergencies.
Tourists will pay more to fund climate mitigation and environmental conservation in the Aloha State.
Rei Vardi, founder and CEO of Eon, draws on his experience at the intersection of clean tech and mobility to unpack how electric vehicles are transforming urban life. Backed by an understanding of energy efficiency, emissions data and policy incentives, Vardi explores how EV adoption is quietly reshaping city infrastructure and public health.
The 8-0 ruling overturns lower court’s decision that halted the project intended to transport crude oil The US supreme court on Thursday backed a multibillion-dollar oil railroad expansion in Utah, endorsing a scaled-back interpretation of a key environmental law that could pave the way for faster fossil fuel expansion. In a unanimous ruling, the supreme court justices overturned a lower court’s decision that had halted the fossil fuel project on the grounds that an environmental impact assessment by a federal agency had been too limited in scope. Continue reading...
Forest-based agroforestry can restore forests, promote livelihoods, and combat climate change, but emerging agroforestry initiatives focusing only on tree planting is leading to missed opportunities to support beneficial outcomes of forest management, scientists found.
More than three-quarters of the world's glaciers are set to vanish if climate change continues unchecked, a major new study warned Thursday, fueling sea-level rise and jeopardizing water supplies for billions.
Twenty-two plaintiffs between ages seven and 25 allege government is engaging in unlawful executive overreach Twenty two young Americans have filed a new lawsuit against the Trump administration over its anti-environment executive orders. By intentionally boosting oil and gas production and stymying carbon-free energy, federal officials are violating their constitutional rights to life and liberty, alleges the lawsuit, filed on Thursday. The federal government is engaging in unlawful executive overreach by breaching congressional mandates to protect ecosystems and public health, argue the plaintiffs, who are between the ages of seven and 25 and hail from the heavily climate-impacted states of Montana, Hawaii, Oregon, California and Florida. They also say officials’ emissions-increasing and...
As the world shifts toward sustainable energy sources, 'green hydrogen' - hydrogen produced without emitting carbon - has emerged as a leading candidate for clean power. Scientists have now developed a new iron-based catalyst that more than doubles the conversion efficiency of thermochemical green hydrogen production.
Researchers created a detailed physical model that suggests a major Atlantic Ocean current will weaken far less under climate change than indicated by more extreme climate model projections.
Indian Railways is set to achieve net-zero targets by year-end, surpassing its 2030 goal through extensive electrification. Aiming for 95% electric traction by 2030, it anticipates significant carbon emission reductions. The shift includes sourcing renewable and nuclear energy, targeting 10 GW of electricity by the decade's end.
A young activist from Tajikistan is speaking up to show that her generation can be part of the solution to combat climate change.
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA'S small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in clean energy and agribusiness are being encouraged to apply for funding from the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP).
[IPS] Abuja -- Greenpeace Africa earlier in May brought together over 40 Nigerian civil society groups in Abuja to launch the Climate Justice Movement, the first of its kind in the country. The goal is to unite various climate efforts nationwide and address the severe impacts of climate change on Nigeria and the African continent.
Get ready for more fires, more droughts and more hurricanes.
The city is suing oil companies over global warming. Trump says lawsuits like these threaten national security. The judge wants to hear what both sides think.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01635E, Paper Mengcheng Huang, Yaojie Lei, Yajun Hu, Wei-Hong Lai, Yun-Xiao Wang, Chunyu Liu, Shengli Zhai, Guoxiu Wang Prevalent glass fiber separators in aqueous Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs) offer inadequate control over interfacial reactions, contributing to the rapid growth of Zn dendrites and aggravated parasitic reactions. Moreover, the stability... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Greenpeace Africa earlier in May brought together over 40 Nigerian civil society groups in Abuja to launch the Climate Justice Movement, the first of its kind in the country. The goal is to unite various climate efforts nationwide and address the severe impacts of climate change on Nigeria and the African continent. The Climate Justice […]
Beijing has pledged to expand its support for Pacific Island countries in building climate resilience, and to continue law enforcement cooperation in the region, during high-level talks in the coastal city of Xiamen in southeastern China’s Fujian province on Wednesday. Top diplomat Wang Yi made the commitment, which included US$2 million for the climate change fund, at the third foreign ministers’ meeting between China and Pacific Island states. It was also the first in-person gathering since...
Greg Beard’s company burned waste coal and tires to power its mining operations and was knocked for environmental violations in Pennsylvania.
Opposition to a planned rule to limit heat deaths comes as oil and gas workers face increasingly dangerous conditions.
[The Conversation Africa] In Nigeria and Kenya, many small to medium farms and rural grain-milling businesses are not connected to the national electricity grid. They still use petrol or diesel generators for power. Energy, agriculture and development researchers Temilade Sesan, Lucy Baker and colleagues set out to discover how these agribusinesses could get electricity from renewable energy mini grids at a price that would make the mini grids commercially viable, affordable for the farmers, and able to provide an electricity
Oil changes are vital to ensure your vehicle is running at its best, but do jets need them, too? The answer isn't exactly straightforward. Here's why.
The judges ruled that German civil law could be used to hold companies accountable for the worldwide effects of their emissions.
Warmer winter temperatures have altered frost patterns and growing seasons across the United States.
A dark-money group has launched a $1 million campaign targeting GOP lawmakers on renewable energy rollbacks.
This is a re-post from Yale Climate Connections by Jeff Masters (Image credit: Collage by Samantha Harrington. Portrait photos via Jeff Masters and Bob Henson. Hurricane Maria damage photo by U.S. Air Force, Airman 1st Class Nicholas Dutton / Public Domain. Hurricane and satellite by NASA Johnson / Public Domain. If you’ve been following our writing this year, you know it’s a dire time for weather, climate, and science overall in the U.S. Budget and staff cuts at NOAA, FEMA, and more threaten to cut our ability to prepare for and respond to weather disasters. In the midst of all that, hurricane season is coming, and we’re also facing budget limitations at Yale Climate Connections as the philanthropy world tries to make sense of the new administration...
The approval ends years of uncertainty over the North West Shelf’s future, and marks one of the biggest political moves so far by the re-elected Albanese government.
Exclusive: André Corrêa do Lago says ‘answers have to come from the economy’ as climate policies trigger populist-fuelled backlash The world is facing a new form of climate denial – not the dismissal of climate science, but a concerted attack on the idea that the economy can be reorganised to fight the crisis, the president of global climate talks has warned. André Corrêa do Lago , the veteran Brazilian diplomat who will direct this year’s UN summit, Cop30, believes his biggest job will be to counter the attempt from some vested interests to prevent climate policies aimed at shifting the global economy to a low-carbon footing. Continue reading...
Republicans in southwestern Michigan rallied the president to intervene before the J.H. Campbell coal plant closes. Now they're hoping for more.
The court said a Peruvian farmer couldn't prove sufficient climate damages from a German energy giant but says it's possible someone can make that claim under German law.
2024 was the warmest year on record – but the heat is far from over. A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warns that global temperatures are likely to continue rising, with an 80 per cent chance that at least one year between 2025 and 2029 will surpass the 2024 record.
A Peruvian farmer argued in a landmark case that German energy giant RWE should protect his home from a melting glacier. The ruling is a blow for climate activists.
[Ethiopian Herald] Muhindo Esther, a passionate conservation activist, is from Uganda's flood-prone and landslide-affected area. The community has lost many lives to these disasters, which inspired her to contribute to safeguarding the community from the impacts of climate change by organizing the youth to step up and take action.
Appeals court rejects Saúl Luciano Lliuya’s argument his home was at risk of being damaged by glacial flood A German appeals court has dismissed the case of a Peruvian farmer suing the energy giant RWE for climate damages. The upper regional court in Hamm rejected the argument by the farmer and mountain guide Saúl Luciano Lliuya that his home was at direct risk of being washed away by a glacial flood. Continue reading...
On 29 May 2025, the Polarstern research vessel set sail from Bremerhaven for the Arctic. The destination of the 95 expedition participants, led by the Alfred Wegener Institute, is the AWI Hausgarten, a long-term observatory situated between Svalbard and Greenland. There they will investigate how the ecosystems of the Arctic deep sea are reacting to changing environmental conditions as a result of rapid climate change. The month-long expedition, which is scheduled to finish in Tromsø, Norway, at the end of June, will focus on benthic and plankton communities in the open water and physical changes in the ocean.
As the Trump administration boosts fossil fuels and rolls back regulations, mayors are greening their cities — in more ways than one.
Only 40 miles separate voracious Asian carp from the world's largest freshwater ecosystem. To stop them, Illinois must reckon with its legacy of coal ash pollution.
Climate experts say relying on fossil fuels in 2025 is 'total lunacy'.
Researchers are calling for an end to tax concessions and outdated registration models to make it less affordable to buy big cars.
A majority of the 400-plus drivers at one of the energy giant's subsidiaries petitioned to exit the United Steelworkers of America.
The government has suggested the material, which it describes as low risk, could also be used in roads and infrastructure in other parts of Japan. Slightly radioactive soil from near the damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant will be transported to Tokyo and used in flower beds in the prime minister’s garden, in an attempt to prove to a skeptical public that the material is safe. The decision comes 14 years after the plant suffered a triple meltdown in the world’s worst nuclear accident since Chornobyl . Continue reading...
[263Chat] The Community Water Alliance (CWA) has called for urgent investment in climate-resilient water and sanitation systems as climate change increasingly disrupts water access across Africa.
A new report warns climate change really is spiralling out of control, with predictions showing temperatures are expected to continue at or near record levels.
Unless something extraordinary happens, Labor's new environment minister, Murray Watt, looks set to extend the life of a huge Woodside gas plant in Western Australia. The decision hinges on the impact of the plant's continued operation on Murujuga rock art. A summary of an 800-page rock art monitoring report, released by the WA government, suggested concerns were overblown. However Adam Morton, Guardian Australia's climate and environment editor, says a deeper reading of the report is ringing alarm bells for some rock art experts ‘The spin has been wrong’: rock art expert raises concerns over critical report ahead of Woodside decision Woodside boss says young people ‘ideological’ on fossil fuels while ‘happily ordering from Temu’ Will Labor take its chance to act on...
Nationals Senator Matt Canavan has urged Australia to follow New Zealand's lead in doing away with its net zero policy as Coalition negotiations continue.
Weather forecasts based on AI are faster and sometimes more accurate than traditional ones, but they may miss rare and unprecedented weather events – which are becoming more common as the climate changes
Registrations for new vehicles in April drop to half 2024 figure despite a broader rise in battery electric cars Sales of new Tesla electric cars are sliding across Europe, data suggests, amid a political backlash against its billionaire chief executive, Elon Musk. The figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) showed registrations for new Teslas halved in April compared to the same month a year earlier, despite a broader rise in battery electric vehicles overall. Continue reading...
Ananda Santos Figueiredo, a senior in climate system science and engineering, is charting her own course of impact.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE05889E, Paper Stephanie Collins, Yaset Acevedo, Daniel V Esposito, Rohini Bala Chandran, Shane Ardo, Brian James, Hanna Breunig Generating hydrogen from renewable resources would unlock a low-carbon energy carrier that could be used to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in sectors such as industry and transportation. Yet, the allocation... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
Progress roundup: Art world wakes up to South Asian talent, a Stockholm method of planting keeps trees happy, and clean energy tops fossil fuels in the U.S.
New research shows that penguin guano in Antarctica is an important source of ammonia aerosol particles that help drive the formation and persistence of low clouds, which cool the climate by reflecting some incoming sunlight back to space. The findings reinforce the growing awareness that Earth’s intricate web of life plays a significant role in […]
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D5EE01444A, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence. Mengzheng Ouyang, Zhenyu Guo, Luis E Salinas-Farran, Siyu Zhao, Mengnan Wang, Feiran Li, Yan Zhao, Kaitian Zheng, Hao Zhang, Guangdong Li, Xinhua Liu, Shichun Yang, Fei Xie, Paul Shearing, Maria Magdalena Titirici, Nigel Brandon Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are cost-effective alternatives to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), but their low energy density remains a challenge. Current electrode designs fail to simultaneously achieve high areal loading, high active... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
[New Times] Experts have proposed the establishment of a 'Green jobs assessment model' to be considered in the ongoing revision of Rwanda's $11 billion climate action plan, in order to ensure that environmental and climate change policies create more jobs rather than causing employment losses.
The Bureau of Land Management didn't find significant effects from a proposal that spans more than 44,000 acres.
The latest version of Grok is promoting fringe climate viewpoints in a way it hasn’t done before, observers say.
Lawyers for Charleston, South Carolina, and the oil and gas industry will duel over the details of a climate case in a two-day hearing.
Charities and experts urge government to honour pledge on energy efficiency as it looks to pay for policy reversal Plans to reinstate the winter fuel payment will be undermined if the government presses ahead with mooted cuts to home insulation upgrades, dozens of charities and experts have warned ahead of the forthcoming spending review. Labour pledged before entering government to prioritise plugging the leaks in the country’s draughty homes as a way of reducing household bills and wasted energy. Continue reading...
Gen Z and younger millennials are the most climate literate generations the world has ever seen. They learned about climate change in school; now, it's part of how they plan for the future, including for jobs, housing ... and kids. So, what do experts say about how to navigate the kid question? In this installment of Nature Quest, Short Wave speaks to climate journalist Alessandra Ram about the future she sees for her newborn daughter. Plus, how do we raise the next generation in a way that's good for the planet? Resources discussed in this episode include: Jade Sasser's book, Climate Anxiety and the Kid Question Kimberly Nicholas's High Impact Climate Action Guide Elizabeth Bechard's book, Parenting in a Changing Climate The Climate Mental Health Network 's Climate Emotions Wheel...
Governments must help households to make the switch to cleaner energy, and change the rules so that the benefits and costs are fairly shared Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here The great energy transition is happening before our eyes. You can see it on our roofs: more than one in three Australian homes now have solar. You can see it on our roads: nearly 10% of new cars sold in Australia last year were electric. But the greening of Australia is creating losers as well as winners. While wealthier households are saving on their energy bills by installing solar panels and switching from gas to all-electric, many people have no choice but to stay with more expensive fossil fuels. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s...
Indonesia is hoping going nuclear can help it meet soaring energy demand while taming emissions, but faces serious challenges to its goal of a first small modular reactor by 2032.
A fuel tank fire on Monday halted production at Ecuador's largest oil refinery, sparking the evacuation of nearby residents as a giant plume of smoke billowed from the facility.
Thailand has pledged to take a leading role in steering Asean towards achieving its “Asean Community Vision 2045”, which focuses on advancing green finance, climate change mitigation, clean energy and digital transition.
Environment minister Murray Watt is due to make a decision on whether to extend the controversial North West Shelf development in coming days Want to get this in your inbox when it publishes? Sign up for the Clear Air Australia newsletter here Reliable energy or ‘carbon bomb’? What’s at stake in the battle over Australia’s North West Shelf Unless something remarkable – the federal court, perhaps – intervenes, the Albanese government will this week make a decision that could have ramifications for greenhouse gas emissions and Indigenous heritage that last for decades – or longer. It relates to the future of the North West Shelf, one of the world’s largest liquified natural gas (LNG) projects. Most discussion about it assumes that it is a done deal – that the environment minister...
Every year, thousands of couples choose to spend their honeymoon in the Maldives. Tucked in the Indian Ocean, this tropical atoll nation consistently ranks among the world’s most desirable destinations for newlyweds. But beyond the crystal-clear waters and pristine, white-sand beaches, local communities are facing a far harsher reality: a growing water crisis driven by […]
“Today, we can leverage our massive international membership to push for broader systemic change and create a real sense of urgency," says director Heath Lowndes.
It's easy to see why nuclear power is suited for seacraft, and beyond aircraft carriers there are several types of active vessels powered by reactors.
As California positions itself as a leader on climate change, former Los Angeles mayor and gubernatorial candidate Antonio Villaraigosa is pivoting away from his track record as an environmental champion to defend the state's struggling oil industry.
Local options such as rooftop solar and battery storage could play larger role in backing up power system, Aemo says Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australia’s electricity market operator is considering new infrastructure options in the rollout of wind, solar and storage, in response to a 25-55% increase in the cost of overhead powerlines. Its draft electricity network options report , released Friday, recognised the potential for local resources such as rooftop solar and battery storage to play a much larger role in the reliability and security of the power system, complementing transmission lines. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
[263Chat] Parliamentarians have been urged to champion food sustainability initiatives in their constituencies to enable government to redirect more funding towards critical social services, infrastructure and national development in the face of intensifying climate change.
A Liberian-flagged container ship that capsized off India's southwestern coast is at risk of causing an oil spill, officials said, as they rush to prevent an environmental catastrophe.
The Australian Energy Regulator is allowing huge electricity price increases from July 1 as more people charge electric cars at home.
The sinking of the MSC ELSA 3 container ship off Kochi poses a significant ecological threat to marine and coastal ecosystems, particularly fisheries. Experts warn that leakage of hazardous cargo like calcium carbide and oil could smother sensitive marine species and disrupt fishing activities, especially during the crucial monsoon breeding season.
A statewide emergency has been declared in Kerala after the MSC ELSA 3, a container ship carrying hazardous cargo, capsized off the coast. All crew members were rescued, but a significant oil leak poses a threat to the sensitive coastline.
A regional partnership aims to train young people in anticipation of increasing demand for renewable energy-focused jobs in the heart of coal country.
Voting began Sunday in Surinamese parliamentary elections that will determine who will harness giant oil wealth to carry out a rags-to-riches transformation of the smallest country in South America.
India has accused Pakistan at the UN of violating the Indus Waters Treaty's spirit through wars and terror attacks since 1960. India claims it has acted responsibly, while Pakistan obstructs necessary infrastructure changes and modifications to the treaty, despite evolving security concerns and climate change. India has put the IWT in abeyance until Pakistan ends cross-border terrorism.
Japan is a world leader in funding natural gas projects, while at the same time leading a forum in Asia calling for a fossil fuel phase-out.
The frequency of oil changes for a semi truck will depend on a number of factors, including the type of fuel and the kind of load it typically tows.
Besides investing in agriculture, tourism, health, education and green energy, some of the oil money is being paid directly to Surinamese citizens.
India has justified its decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, citing Pakistan's violation of the agreement's principles following the Pahalgam terror attack. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted Pakistan's disregard for goodwill and friendship, coupled with cross-border terrorism hindering India's treaty exploitation. Shifts in ground realities, including climate change and engineering advancements, necessitate renegotiation for the 21st century.
Wondering if you can clean and reuse an oil filter? Learn when it's possible, the risks involved, and why most filters are meant for single use.
President Donald Trump signed four executive orders to overhaul the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and hasten the process and deployment of new nuclear power reactors in the United States.
Suriname, South America's smallest country, is preparing for an inflow of cash from a huge offshore oil find, with the president insisting the population will receive a direct share of the wealth.
[FrontPageAfrica] Harper, Maryland County -- More than 500,000 gallons of red palm oil were lost Tuesday morning when a tanker belonging to the Maryland Oil Palm Plantation (MOPP) overturned along the Harper-Pleebo Highway.
Donald Trump has signed orders to boost nuclear power. The aim is to quadruple production in 25 years. This involves easing regulations and speeding up reactor approvals. The move addresses rising electricity demand from data centres and AI. The US seeks to win the AI race with China.
Among a flurry of executive actions, Mr. Trump directed the nation’s nuclear safety regulator to speed up approvals for new reactors.
President aims to construct new nuclear reactors as he implements his own energy policies and undoes Joe Biden’s Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders on Friday intended to spur a “nuclear energy renaissance” through the construction of new reactors he said would satisfy the electricity demands of data centers for artificial intelligence and other emerging industries. The orders represented the president’s latest foray into the policy underlying America’s electricity supply. Trump declared a national energy emergency on his first day in office over and moved to undo a ban implemented by Joe Biden on new natural gas export terminals and expand oil and gas drilling in Alaska. Continue reading...
Donald Trump is tearing into Apple and the European Union teasing major new tariffs as he escalates his trade war.
His executive order cites feds' handling of the Covid-19 pandemic and climate change, among other issues, as contributing to the public's loss of faith in science.
The discovery highlights how penguins and other polar seabirds help shape their environments, even as they are under threat from climate change.
Ahead of oil-rich Suriname's election, the country's president tells AFP that a looming energy windfall will not spell a shift away from climate-friendly policies.
To address flooded train stations and unshaded hot bus stops, public transit will need infrastructure investments to keep up with climate change. The post Extreme weather could cause more disruptions to Chicago public transit appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
As people wait for answers about what caused the dystopian power cut, several have questioned Spain's heavy reliance on renewable energy sources.
TotalEnergies will face a Paris civil court in June over allegations it made false advertisements about its climate pledges -- an unprecedented case in France against a major fossil fuel company, activists said Friday.
The German government reverses the country's long held opposition to nuclear power, business sentiment improves slightly and more news from Germany on Friday May 23rd.
[Egypt Online] President Abdel Fattah El Sisi welcomed on Thursday 22/5/2025 the existing cooperation between global energy giant Shell and Egypt, praising the company's partnership with the Egyptian petroleum sector.
The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement will take charge of retiring oil and gas platforms in California's Chumash Heritage preserve.
Grilling usually involves burning fossil fuel. But some manufacturers are offering electric grills and citing climate change and convenience as reasons to switch.
Anthony Albanese acknowledges home insurance now a ‘real challenge’ as government announces disaster assistance for 19 local council areas in NSW NSW floods live updates: latest flooding news NSW floods map: record-breaking rain in charts and maps Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Anthony Albanese says extreme weather events such as the mid-north coast floods are becoming more frequent and intense as one person remains missing and four people have died in the disaster. “You are not alone,” was the message from the prime minister on Friday, as he travelled up to Maitland from Canberra to better grasp the scale of the massive flooding and the required emergency response. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
Penguin excrement emits ammonia, which contributes to cloud formation that's likely generating a cooling effect.
[IPS] I was researching the role of the church in addressing contemporary issues such as gender-based violence, climate change, and social justice when I came across the #ChurchToo movement--and I got really excited. Not because the stories were easy to read (they weren't), but because this movement was a bold, necessary conversation that faith communities could no longer ignore.
The massive tax bill just passed by House Republicans would gut clean energy tax credits for individuals and businesses. It now heads to the Senate. The post One big, beautiful, climate-killing bill appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Reviving a liquefied natural gas export project in Quebec's Saguenay region would be costly and likely unprofitable, a shareholder advocacy group says.
The Republican-majority Senate's decision to revoke California's planned ban on vehicles that run on fossil fuels defies congressional norms, and threatens the state's climate adaptation goals.
As Christopher Boodram blinked his eyes open, stinging crude oil seeped through his lashes. He was on his back, straining to lift his head out of the sludge to sip breaths from a tiny pocket of dirty air.
US senators on Thursday blocked California's landmark mandate phasing out gas-powered cars, dealing a blow to the state's move towards electric vehicles in a pointed rebuke of Democratic climate change policies.
States and tribes cannot use the law to block energy projects, the agency said in a memorandum.
[263Chat] The European Union (EU) has facilitated over US$100 million in low-interest loans to four major local banks, in a move aimed at stimulating investment in agriculture, the food industry and renewable energy, EU Ambassador to Zimbabwe Jobst Von Kirchmann has said.
Antarctica's icy wilderness is warming rapidly under the weight of human-driven climate change, yet a new study points to an unlikely ally in the fight to keep the continent cool: penguin poo.
India's UN mission hosted an International Tea Day event, emphasising tea's role in economic empowerment and sustainable development. Ambassador Harish highlighted the industry's support for millions of livelihoods, particularly for women in rural India. Discussions addressed challenges like climate change impacting small-scale farmers, with calls for innovation and climate-smart practices to ensure the industry's future.
Climate-driven changes to the chemical landscape of reefs affect the recovery of kelp forests
Ground-level ozone in North America and Western Europe may become less sensitive to cutting NOx emissions. The opposite may occur in Northeast Asia.
The Mail have launched a new six-part investigative podcast series into the 2022 Caribbean diving disaster.
Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico may soon make it harder for oil and gas operators to leave wells inactive and unplugged for years or even decades.
Nationals leader suggests dispute could be settled before parliament resumes in late July Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Sussan Ley and David Littleproud have signalled the fractured opposition Coalition could reform in time for the resumption of parliament in July, pausing plans to name their frontbench lineups to give the Liberals more time to consider Nationals policy demands. The two leaders held direct talks on Thursday morning, less than 48 hours after the first split between the parties since the late 1980s. But Littleproud insisted any reconciliation was still contingent on the four key demands. They include the introduction of nuclear power, break up powers for the supermarkets, a $20bn regional...
Democrat Wes Moore cited the state's budget woes in vetoing a top priority of climate hawks.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 130, Issue 10, 28 May 2025.
[This Day] The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna has commended that federal government over the commissioning of a state-of-the-art 2.5 megawatts Hybrid Solar Power Plant and the Phase One 600-kilowatts photovoltaic solar power project.
Linkind Smart Solar Spotlight SL5C is the latest in a line of popular solar-powered LED lights made for your yard -- but what's changed this time around?
Scientists have warned that humanity is not prepared for extreme space weather, as a solar storm is predicted to smash into Earth this week.
The Inflation Reduction Act was once hailed as the biggest climate law in U.S. history. But as supporters try to save it, they’ve stopped talking about the environment altogether.
Canada Pension Plan Investments has dropped a net-zero by 2050 target for carbon emissions, according to an annual report released on Wednesday, following several Canadian financial institutions that have backtracked on climate commitments.
Amazon.com investors at its annual meeting again rejected all outside shareholder resolutions, including three meant to address the online retail giant’s impact on climate change. Voters approved the reelection of 12 directors and proposed executive compensation. Shareholders put forth eight proposals, all of which Amazon encouraged investors to vote against. Amazon shareholders rejected all three proposals meant to address the ecommerce giant’s impact on...
India is set to bolster its energy security by acquiring a fleet of 112 locally-built crude carriers by 2040, investing approximately $10 billion. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on foreign vessels and increase the proportion of Indian-built tankers in its fleet, aligning with the nation's goal to expand its refining capacity and become a developed nation by 2047.
A hearing Wednesday was EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin's most contentious so far.
Climate change is making extreme floods more frequent. The post So-called ‘100-year floods’ are happening more often appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
The Kremlin leader met with pro-government volunteers, the acting regional governor and toured the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant during the visit.
Premiers from Western Canada are to meet today for the first of a two-day conference in Yellowknife.
CNN — Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Kursk for the first time since Moscow claimed to have completely recaptured the region following a surprise incursion by Ukrainian forces last year, Russian state media reported on Wednesday. Putin met with municipal leaders in the city of Kurchatov and visited the Kursk nuclear power plant, which is … The post Putin makes first visit to Kursk since Russia claimed to have recaptured the region appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The Nationals say they’re doing this ‘for the right reasons’, and part of you has to respect that – provided it’s the part incapable of adding up numbers You might hear the clink of bottles into recycling bins this morning, the sounds of Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours pumping out of a tinny phone speaker and the occasional pleading howl into the wind. The Coalition is going through a rough breakup . Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
Britain and the European Union have imposed sweeping sanctions targeting Russia, particularly its shadow fleet of oil tankers, over its war in Ukraine.
Scotland must rapidly scale up climate action to meet its 2045 Net Zero target, the Climate Change Committee warns, urging faster progress on EVs, heat pumps and food emissions.
[The Conversation Africa] As winter approaches, memories of the past haunt South Africans in more ways than one. The country has experienced years of rolling blackouts, known locally as load shedding. During the worst periods of these power cuts in 2022 and 2023, South Africans who did not own solar photovoltaic systems or generators would go without electricity for up to 12 hours a day.
One of the biggest oil and gas producers operating in the UK North Sea has provided further evidence that firms see appeal in the area despite warnings there will be an exodus.
Energy Environ. Sci. , 2025, Accepted Manuscript DOI : 10.1039/D4EE06180B, Paper Chungil Kim, Chanwoo Kim, Jeongin Seo, Jiwon Song, Subin Lee, Hangil Lee, Jaehwan Ko, Junseop Byeon, Hyung-Jun Song Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have emerged as a promising photovoltaic technology due to their high efficiency and low-temperature processing. However, scaling PSCs into perovskite solar modules (PSMs) faces significant challenges,... The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
The four policy sticking points that split the Nationals from the Liberal party highlight their vastly different stances on privatisation How Littleproud’s irresistible force met Ley’s immovable object Sussan Ley knew she faced a challenge. Then the Nationals went nuclear What does the split mean for Australian politics? – Full Story podcast The Coalition came unstuck over four policy areas: nuclear power, the $20bn regional Australia future fund, strengthening the universal service obligation in the provision of telecommunications, and increased powers to force Coles and Woolworths to divest. The National party room required the Liberal party to commit to them as a condition of a renewed Coalition agreement, and Sussan Ley would not. She had promised her party a root-and-branch...
Climate Change Committee says original goal of a 75% emissions cut by 2030 will now be delayed by up to six years The UK’s climate watchdog has warned that Scotland needs to take “immediate action at pace and scale” to cut its emissions after ministers axed a series of policy pledges. The Climate Change Committee (CCC), an official advisory body, said ministers in Edinburgh needed to take urgent action to curb emissions from buildings and transport to cut Scotland’s overall emissions to nearly zero by 2045. Abandoned a target to cut car miles by 20% by 2030. Dropped a pledge to rapidly decarbonise homes by mandating low-carbon heating systems. Cut funding for tree planting. Missed targets to restore degraded peatland. Ignored calls for a plan to cut meat and dairy consumption, and failed...
NASA has warned that massive solar storm is heading toward Earth, threatening to disrupt communications, navigation systems, and power grids around the world.
Today, climate change is at the top of the political agenda, with Pacific leaders calling it an “existential issue.”
Sable Offshore Corp. has restarted offshore oil production 10 years after the operation was shuttered following a major oil spill along Santa Barbara's coast.
European manufacturers of electric vehicles are scrambling to match the technology of their Chinese rivals If Chinese carmakers are to be believed, a lot of people really love karaoke. Those people love karaoke so much that they want it in their family car. This was not something the European mind could comprehend a few years ago, according to Volkswagen’s chief financial officer, Arno Antlitz. Yet the technology, included in electric cars sold by China’s BYD and Xpeng, is just one example of the lessons that Volkswagen and its European counterparts have had to learn as they scramble to keep up with Chinese rivals on track to dominate the global electric car market. Continue reading...
Study shows firms in Colorado, including Chevron, have pumped 30m lbs of chemicals in 18 months without meeting all disclosure rules Colorado oil and gas companies have pumped at least 30m lbs of secret chemicals into the ground over the past 18 months without making legally required disclosures, according to a new analysis. That’s in spite of first-in-the-nation rules requiring operators and their suppliers to list all chemicals used in drilling and extraction, while also banning any use of Pfas “forever chemicals” at oil and gas sites. Since the transparency law took effect in July 2023, operators have fracked 1,114 sites across the state, but as of 1 May chemical disclosures have not been filed for 675 of them – more than 60% of the total, the analysis says. Continue reading...
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