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Trump hates renewables. The Iran war may help them.

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:27am
Higher gas prices in Europe and the U.S. could create economic and political incentives for solar, wind, batteries and other clean technology.

War insurers cancel ship coverage as Iran conflict expands

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:26am
Some companies are raising rates 50 percent as the risk of attacks rises in the Persian Gulf.

Supreme Court fight over HFCs takes aim at power of Congress

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:25am
A new petition to the high court marks the latest effort by conservative groups to revive the nondelegation doctrine.

Virginia Democrats follow through on RGGI return

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:24am
Recently passed legislation and budget riders will cement the commonwealth's participation in the Northeast's cap-and-trade system.

Key NY lawmakers briefed on state climate law concerns

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:22am
Gov. Kathy Hochul is pressing forward with an effort to change New York’s 2019 climate law, raising concerns about the costs of achieving the goals.

How NY heat pump users got stuck with higher bills

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:22am
Fewer than 2 percent of Con Edison's heat pump customers signed up for a program that would have reduced their annual bills by roughly $500.

Shrinking North American bird population is getting worse faster

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:21am
A new study found that a combination of intensive agriculture and global warming are critical factors in the acceleration of bird population decline.

Deep freeze and drought are fueling a massive Florida wildfire

Tue, 03/03/2026 - 6:20am
Temperatures in the state plunged low enough to kill off small plants and grasses that are now tinder-dry and rapidly burning.

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