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Judge won’t dismiss lawsuit to block higher flood insurance rates
A Louisiana federal judge allowed a suit by 10 states against FEMA to proceed but declined for now to block the new premiums.
Insurance prices skyrocket in disaster-prone states
The cost of homeowners coverage has soared by double digits because of climate change, inflation and higher reinsurance prices, according to a new report.
Iowa Republican taking helm of Conservative Climate Caucus
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks will replace John Curtis, who is running for Senate in Utah.
EU nature law needs to ‘go back to the drawing board,’ Belgian PM says
Belgium, which holds the Council of the EU presidency, is meant to act as an honest broker in talks.
In Indonesia, deforestation intensifies disasters from severe weather
Flooding can be slowed by trees and vegetation soaking up rainwater and reducing erosion. In dry season, forests release moisture that helps mitigate the effects of droughts, including fires.
Study says climate change makes heat waves last longer
Since 1979, global heat waves are moving 20 percent more slowly — meaning more people stay hot longer — and they are happening 67 percent more often, according to Science Advances.
Extreme drought in southern Africa leaves millions hungry
A year ago, much of this region was drenched by deadly tropical storms and floods.
Democrats rebuke Biden for fighting young climate activists in court
DOJ is using "extraordinary and oppressive efforts" to stop the Juliana youth climate case, 28 lawmakers told a federal appeals court.
Vermont Republicans warm to ‘Climate Superfund’ bill
State senators voted Friday to advance legislation that would put oil companies on the hook for billions in climate damage.
Why Biden is spending billions to boost regional rail lines
Better train travel can cut emissions and reduce traffic — especially on routes that are “too long to drive, too short to fly.”
Property insurers see escalating losses from climate disasters
Wildfires, floods, droughts and other "secondary perils" are becoming more frequent — and costing insurers more money.
These bedtime stories help kids process climate disasters
Books are becoming a key part of disaster recovery, helping toddlers — and their parents — cope with increasing hurricanes, earthquakes and wildfires.
Belgium’s renowned chocolatiers grapple with soaring cocoa prices
Life for Flemish confectioners is becoming an increasingly expensive box of chocolates.
Citi says 42% of energy clients not clear on net-zero plans
Banks are taking a closer look at their clients’ climate plans as more industries shift to clean energy.
Hungry wolves threaten Europe’s climate agenda
Conservatives are using wolf attacks as a tool to mobilize opposition to green policies.
Historic British chapel powers Easter service with solar energy
The Church of England aims to reach net-zero emissions by 2030.
EPA extends credits for automakers, further relaxing car rule
In a reversal, the agency issues a Clean Cars rule rewarding carmakers' climate add-ons for eight more years
Why some conservatives think EVs are bad for the environment
Studies show that heavy battery electric vehicles wear down tires, adding to pollution. But that doesn't mean EVs are bad for the planet.
GOP climate leader pitches marine carbon removal as fossil fuel fix
Georgia Rep. Buddy Carter said legislation to boost a nascent technology offers an alternative to "just talking about eliminating all fossil fuels."
NYC congestion pricing clears hurdle, set to start in June
Drivers entering the Midtown and Lower Manhattan will pay $15 for cars while truckers will pay as much as $36. Lawsuits and opposition remain.