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California carbon offset program under scrutiny
An expert panel is questioning the use of offsets to meet emissions standards. One option: end the program.
EU plans to spare 80 percent of firms from carbon tax
This change may be part of the EU’s upcoming “omnibus” legislation, which is designed to slash reporting rules for businesses.
Trump rescinds $4B in US pledges for UN climate fund
The U.S. had committed the most money to the global fund, which helps over 100 countries grapple with the changing world.
Inside the divided coalition coming for the Green Deal
Intentionally or not, concerned businesses, the ascendant far right and traditional conservatives are coming together to rewrite green rules.
How 3 IRA projects are dealing with the spending freeze
After a week of confusion stemming from blocked funding, projects are slowing down in numerous ways.
Tesla has beef with the Labor Department — and it’s DOGE’s next target
Former Labor officials say Elon Musk's sway with the Trump administration could influence federal scrutiny of his business dealings.
Trump FEMA chief faces investigation over his appointment
Acting Administrator Cameron Hamilton has not been an emergency manager, prompting an inquiry by the Government Accountability Office.
Wind companies humble ambitions in face of Trump
A flurry of financial announcements underscores the industry's challenges as President Donald Trump pauses permitting and threatens more tariffs.
New Jersey judge scraps climate lawsuit against oil companies
The decision is the fourth in a string of losses for state and local governments that have accused the oil and gas industry of lying about the dangers of burning fossil fuels.
Oil-backed startup begins sucking carbon from the ocean
Captura opened a facility in Hawaii that it says can remove climate pollution at a cost of $400 a ton.
Trump taps ex-NY congressman for mass transit czar
Marcus Molinaro has gotten support from the Transport Workers Union in his bid to lead the Federal Transit Administration.
New Mexico’s ‘green amendment’ faces clean energy opposition
The measure is part of a multistate effort to add constitutional protections for the environment.
California Senate leader floats year-round peak firefighting staffing
Senate leadership said it would cost about $175 million a year to boost staffing levels to respond to increased fire risk.
A luxury house is close to tumbling into Cape Cod Bay. Will anyone stop it?
Officials in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, worry the home's collapse will damage delicate beds in their harbor where farmers grow oysters that are among New England's most prized.
Monsoon floods kill 2 people, wreak havoc in Australia’s Queensland
The rain drove hundreds from their homes, washed out an important bridge and blocked drinking water supplies to the worst-hit area.
Making climate-friendly lifestyle choices isn’t always easy, India learns
India's Mission Life initiative pushed to get the whole population working to slash emissions by cutting electricity use or skipping unnecessary private car journeys. But it’s fallen out of favor.
HHS climate office goes dark under Trump
Its staff is gone and so are online resources about climate change.
New option for Trump: Repeal, but not replace, climate rules
The president purged climate regulations during his first term before replacing them with weaker rules. This time, he might not bother.
EPA lifts spending freeze on some environmental funding
An internal memo cited a ruling by a federal judge Monday that barred agencies from enforcing any remaining elements of the Trump administration’s spending freeze.
‘Sharpiegate’ defined his last turn as NOAA chief. Will this time be different?
President Donald Trump has again tapped weather scientist Neil Jacobs to run NOAA.