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Stricter California climate rules could boost green energy globally

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 6:12am
A proposal for sharper reductions in greenhouse gas emissions "will spur long-term investment" in solar panels, electric vehicles and other technologies.

Judge grills Trump admin on Empire Wind freeze

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 6:12am
The federal judge said he would rule soon on whether the wind project off the coast of New York can restart construction.

Senate Democrat files long-shot bill to help aging, disabled people during disasters

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 6:11am
California Sen. Adam Schiff is leading a bipartisan effort to improve emergency services for older adults and disabled people, after many were killed in last year's Los Angeles fires.

Glacier ice gets a new safehouse, far from climate change — and Trump

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 6:09am
Ancient ice could hold vital information for future scientists, but it is melting fast.

Sweden is retreating from its bold green ambitions

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 6:08am
Populist groups are pushing back against environmental initiatives, spurred in part by President Donald Trump’s anti-green agenda.

UK actuaries sound alarm on loss models downplaying climate risk

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 6:08am
The use of inadequate models has left banks, insurers and asset managers accepting a “chance of failure” that is a “hundred times greater than the chance we accept of insurance company failure,” said a researcher.

Nigeria looking to raise $1B via domestic green bond in 2026

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 6:07am
An official said the nation is working with the International Finance Corp. to help unlock private capital and relieve strain on public finances.

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