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As summers worsen, Maryland looks to standardize AC in apartments
Bipartisan legislation would bring summer cooling standards closer to the state's existing rules for winter heating.
DOE ordered Indiana coal plant to run despite owner’s objection
In a letter, CenterPoint Energy Indiana labeled the plant "unreliable" and said it would need "substantial investment."
Whitehouse probes xAI data center pollution
The Democratic senator is asking EPA to take enforcement actions against Elon Musk’s company.
Hawaii House advances bill targeting energy firms over insurance costs
The measure would let the state and insurers sue fossil fuel companies for damages tied to climate-driven disasters.
Judge rejects Trump DOJ’s bid to block Hawaii climate lawsuit
Federal courts have now rebuffed both administration attempts to stop states from suing Big Oil to pay for the effects of climate change.
New EU climate law deals ‘instant’ blow to Ukraine’s steel exports, industry says
Steel is one of Ukraine’s top sources of export revenue but is being hurt by carbon tariffs imposed by Europe, manufacturers claim.
Germany’s plans for gas power face new hurdles over renewables
Political tension could further delay legislation, which is aimed at securing the country's electricity supply with gas-fired plants when output from wind and solar sources run low.
UK prepares for food shortages caused by Iran War CO2 crunch
In a “reasonable worst-case scenario," officials don’t foresee aisles of empty shelves but expect a lack of product variety if the Strait of Hormuz has not reopened by June.
NYC heat builds as Midwest faces bigger storm threat
The Midwest, which in recent days has been hit by storms, large hail and tornadoes, may face a more significant storm outbreak Friday.
