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Extreme cold grips Nordic countries, Russia; floods hit Western Europe
Temperatures fell below minus 40 degrees in the Nordic region for a second day in a row.
Both sides are bracing for escalation in the war over ESG
Conflict over corporate sustainability policies looks likely to resonate in Congress, courts and statehouses across the country.
Major New York offshore wind project cancels contract
The developers expressed confidence that Empire Wind 2 could still proceed under different terms.
Oregon study bolsters case for planned forest fires
Researchers say wildfire was historically much more common in the western Cascades — and that fire deserves a greater role in forest management
People who worry about floods move into high-risk homes. Here’s why.
A Fannie Mae survey finds an "awareness gap" about the danger of flooding.
How weathered rocks can help the climate
You don't need machines to pull carbon out of the sky when rocks can do it cheaper. But can it be scaled?
Trump leans into climate denialism
The former president is doing little to temper his stance on climate change as he makes a third run for the White House, say experts and supporters.
Offshore wind powers US in climate milestone
Vineyard Wind is now delivering electricity to New England, underscoring both the promise and risk of states looking to the ocean to green their power supply.
Germany’s coal phase-out plan is unrealistic, industry lobby chief says
Two of Germany’s largest energy providers this week said they will keep some coal plants in service longer than previously expected, following a regulator’s decision to prohibit their closure.
Brazil’s farmers plan 2024 offensive in challenge to Lula
The congressional agribusiness caucus, which counts roughly 60 percent of Brazilian lawmakers as members, will prioritize legislation to loosen environmental licensing rules and curb protections for Indigenous lands.
Climate change makes forecasting harder, says Australia’s ag chief
The country's weather bureau has received criticism for its failure to notify residents in time about this week’s deadly thunderstorms following the landfall of ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper in Queensland.
Global ESG debt set for tepid growth as high rates inhibit sales
The slice of ESG bonds as a share of overall debt sales has shrunk the most in the U.S. as backlash and scrutiny from investors and Republican politicians mounts.
Russia-China partnership prompts new US Arctic strategy
The Defense Department's senior official on the Arctic warns of rapid changes that will reshape security dynamics in the world's fastest-melting region.
Judge rebuffs DOJ bid to quash Juliana climate case
Attorneys for the young activists behind the lawsuit say the case could move to trial as soon as this year. Environmental lawyers warned that the case could still draw unwelcome scrutiny from the conservative-dominated Supreme Court.
DOE docs: Carbon removal proposal bets on rare nuclear reactors
Previously unreported plans for a major direct air capture hub raise concerns about using troubled reactors that don’t exist in the United States.
Biden admin to finalize most climate rules in early 2024
Some climate advocates worry the "regulatory traffic jam" could cause the schedule to slip.
Climate activists target bank, block part of highway around Amsterdam
Dozens of Extinction Rebellion protesters were detained by police after ignoring orders to end their blockade.
Iraq’s water reserve is at lowest in decades, minister says
Government officials have held talks with Iran and Turkey over water issues, an increasing concern amid climate change.
Maui needs tourists. Can they visit without adding to wildfire trauma?
Some Maui residents are struggling with the return of an industry that requires workers to be attentive and hospitable, even though they are trying to care for themselves after losing their loved ones, friends, homes and community.
Most money for endangered species goes to small number of creatures
Of the roughly $1.2 billion a year spent on endangered and threatened species, about half goes toward recovery of salmon and steelhead trout.