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Illinois aims to shore up renewables program
The state is less than halfway toward its goal of drawing 40 percent of its power from renewable sources by 2030.
Thousands of scientists urge Congress to protect research from Trump
Two open letters reflect a growing anxiety about the future of federal science under the president-elect.
NY households would benefit from higher cap-and-invest prices, reports say
Two reports backed by environmental advocates found distributing money raised from a cap-and-trade program would leave households better off.
Newsom, legislative leaders strike $50M deal to Trump-proof California
The special session agreement would fund litigation against the incoming White House and award grants to nonprofit legal groups.
China’s EV sales grew in 2024 as sales of gas-powered cars fell
Exports of what China calls "new energy vehicles" reached 1.28 million. That was a 6.7 percent increase from 2023.
Taiwan iPhone maker Foxconn sets sights on crowded EV market
Foxconn has big ambitions, saying it eventually intends to make four of every 10 electric vehicles sold in the world.
California fires show ‘you have to take the science seriously,’ says Podesta
"I think that, hopefully, the second Trump administration will indeed take this more seriously'' than in Trump's first term, Biden's top climate adviser said.
Cancer is the unseen danger in the Los Angeles fires
Wildfires are storming into urban areas more frequently, and toxins in homes and cars are increasing cancer risk for firefighters.
How the Trump team plans to purge Biden’s climate work
One move would replace the White House Office of Domestic Climate Policy with a group charged with increasing energy production.
Trump’s DOT deputy pick has roots in ‘war on terror,’ Project 2025
Steven G. Bradbury, a longtime federal attorney, has called the Biden administration's fuel economy standards "pure fantasy."
Q&A: Richard Spinrad’s parting thoughts on climate risk
The NOAA administrator says he hopes his successor "understands the balance" between research, policy and regulation.
Maine climate package gains bipartisan steam
The bill would increase flood insurance coverage, set up a state resiliency office and offer grants for hardening homes against severe storms.
BlackRock leaves major climate group amid Wall Street exodus
The moves reflect Wall Street’s desire to shield itself from increasing GOP pressure. And there are signs the strategy is working.
Europe’s negative power prices undermine 2030 clean energy goals
EU power markets saw record periods of negative prices last year after a rapid expansion of wind and solar capacity boosted generation.
Carney poised to enter race to replace Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister
Banking guru Mark Carney has led efforts to steer the finance sector toward more climate action.
Every California homeowner could pay tab for LA wildfires
An unstable state-chartered insurance program might be forced to impose assessments on insurance companies and policyholders.
It's official: 2024 was the hottest year on record
Limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius — the Paris Agreement’s most ambitious target — looks increasingly unlikely.
US failed to lower carbon emissions in 2024, analysis finds
The nation increased renewable energy, but those environmental gains were washed away by rising pollution from transportation and natural gas.
Former DOE official quietly recruits Trump energy team
Joseph Uddo, a Trump appointee in the first term, is helping the president-elect staff up.
Trump’s critiques of the Los Angeles fires, explained
The president-elect is using one of his most frequent political cudgels against Gov. Gavin Newsom as the Los Angeles fires continue burning.