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US, other fossil fuel producers try to weaken plastics treaty
Two days remain in the latest — and maybe last — international effort to halt plastic pollution, including planet-warming emissions from production.
A ‘glacial outburst’ is flooding Alaska’s capital
Research has found that as many as 15 million people worldwide may be vulnerable to glacial floods.
Trump EPA violated Nixon-era law to kill Obama policy, lawsuit says
The Federal Advisory Committee Act suit by two environmental groups could complicate and delay the plan to reverse the landmark endangerment finding.
Financial advisers seek to block Texas law targeting climate proposals
Two firms say the new law could have a chilling effect on their ability to speak with clients about environmental, social or governance issues.
Massachusetts taps state money for EV charging stations
The state risks missing its climate targets unless it builds more publicly accessible chargers to support EV adoption.
After deadly 2016 floods, W.Va. begins 2 studies on protecting communities
The studies are the first major investments in several years by state leaders to address the growing threat of flooding, underscoring the state’s slow progress in tackling this issue.
Parts of Europe burn as millions face record heat
Temperatures in some areas soared past 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Scientists warn climate change is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of heat and dryness.
The Seine in Paris is open for swimming as temperatures soar
Paris’ deputy mayor last week said over 40,000 people had swum at public sites since they opened on July 5.
Tropical Storm Erin could become Atlantic season’s 1st hurricane
The National Hurricane Center said it remains too early to determine possible impacts, if any, from Erin as it moves closer to the northern Leeward Islands.
Ørsted scrambles for cash in face of Trump opposition
The Danish energy giant saw its shares tumble Monday after it announced a high-stakes plan to help fund a New York offshore wind project.
To boost EV sales, Ford looks to the Model T
The Michigan automaker on Monday announced a $5 billion plan to streamline its production process and drive down the cost of electric vehicles.
Interior demands eagle data from wind developers
Supporters of renewable energy say the Trump administration could use the records to take action against wind energy projects.
Exxon asks Supreme Court — again — to take up climate-damages case
A petition urges the high court to review a Colorado court decision advancing a lawsuit to hold companies financially responsible for global warming.
Truck manufacturers sue to dissolve ZEV sales agreement with California
The lawsuit argues that the state’s Clean Truck Partnership is invalid after Congress revoked the emissions rules.
Service cuts planned at two large Pennsylvania transit agencies
Down-to-the-wire budget negotiations could leave passengers in the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh areas with fewer transit options.
Green group launches ad campaign to counter California oil lobbying
California EnviroVoters' seven-figure ad buy comes in response to a multiyear lobbying campaign from oil companies.
North Carolina tourist attraction damaged by hurricane to be demolished
The Lake Lure Flowering Bridge in Rutherford County crumpled from the relentless floods and winds from remnants of Helene last September.
UK’s AI ambitions clash with its climate goals
Minutes from the U.K.’s AI Energy Council show ministers are being pushed to use gas to fuel the country’s data center build-out.
Bosnia’s mountain resorts pivot to summer tourism as climate changes
By expanding their summer offerings, mountain resorts near Sarajevo that traditionally relied on snow sports can lure tourists away from the scorching heat and high costs of other seaside destinations, said the city's tourism board president.
Torrential rains in Japan cause flooding, mudslides and travel disruptions
Authorities issued evacuation advisories to tens of thousands of people in Kumamoto and six other prefectures in the region.
