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Most Americans know little about data centers, poll finds
The results suggest that public perceptions of the data center boom are still politically malleable.
New York codifies energy plan calling for continued fossil fuel investments
A final energy plan approved by policymakers won’t meet the state's landmark 2019 climate law goals.
European Commission set to severely weaken 2035 combustion engine ban
Under the latest deal, automakers could sell plug-in hybrids and range extenders after 2035.
Europe’s Alps could lose 97% of glaciers by century’s end, study says
Stricter climate policies would save hundreds of glaciers in Europe’s Alps and tens of thousands worldwide, study finds.
Scientists aid coral fertilization in Dominican Republic
Assisted fertilization is gaining momentum in the Caribbean to counter the drastic loss of corals due to climate change.
Central banks to issue new climate scenarios after controversy
A study used by the Network for Greening the Financial System that projected severe economic fallout from climate change was retracted.
Defense bill directs GAO to probe tick conspiracy promoted by RFK Jr.
The House-passed National Defense Authorization Act would spur an investigation of whether the U.S. military bio-engineered Lyme disease.
Homeowners drop flood insurance as FEMA rates rise
Withdrawals are increasing as the government hikes its premiums to in part compensate for damage associated with climate change.
3 reasons Trump’s tanker seizure hasn’t spiked oil prices
The price of crude has dropped since the president ordered the capture of a sanctioned tanker carrying 2 million barrels of Venezuelan oil.
Wright says Congress has momentum for permitting overhaul
The Energy secretary said supporting the use of more fossil fuels is “common sense" as he bashed renewables.
Emissions compliance costs soar as Washington seeks major cuts
The price of Washington's pollution allowances hit a record high. The state might soften its ambitions deadlines for emissions reductions.
‘Climate Superfund Act’ emerges for last-minute lame-duck action in New Jersey Senate
The bill would require certain fossil fuel companies to contribute to a state fund to compensate for their impact on climate change.
Trump admin sides with fossil fuel industry in Supreme Court case
The administration is favoring oil giants in a fight over Louisiana's disappearing coastline.
Political battles swirl over the fate of Europe’s car industry
Opponents of the EU’s 2035 combustion engine ban are proclaiming victory, but there’s a long way to go before the law is changed.
VW’s $3.5B gamble: Can it win back share in the competitive Chinese market?
It is developing vehicles tailored to Chinese drivers — cars that will likely never be seen on EU roads.
Finnish refiner Neste says it won’t meet 2035 oil exit goal
Reaching the climate targets and schedule “would have required significant investments that are currently not realistic,” the company said.
Torrential rains, flooding kill 37 in Moroccan city of Safi
North Africa has been plagued by years of drought, hardening soils and making mountains, deserts and plains more susceptible to flooding.
Why EPA might purge climate skepticism from its endangerment repeal
The DOE report by climate contrarians has caused legal problems for Administrator Lee Zeldin's attempts to roll back the scientific finding.
Trump OKs emergency declaration for Washington state floods
The green light came months after Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson chastised the president for denying the state's past disaster aid requests.
Carbon prices jump after Pennsylvania opts out of cap and trade
Power plant operators in 10 Northeast states are paying more to comply with regional emissions standards after Gov. Josh Shapiro’s decision.
