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Johnson backs Virginia wind project in break with Trump
House Speaker Mike Johnson said he's spoken to Cabinet officials in support of an offshore wind project that's nearly complete.
EPA to soon propose rolling back greenhouse gas reporting
The agency has hinted it plans to eliminate most reporting requirements for major emitters, though some industries want the program preserved.
Tesla veers away from EV dominance
The company is pursuing artificial intelligence and robotics as its electric vehicles make up a shrinking share of the U.S. market.
Massachusetts moves to relax environmental rules for housing projects
Gov. Maura Healey’s proposal is the latest attempt by Democrats to embrace affordable housing as a top issue.
Calif. lawmakers propose exempting climate disclosure laws from environmental review
The proposal drew pushback from business groups this spring.
Greta Thunberg’s Gaza flotilla was hit by a drone, crew says
Tunisian authorities deny an attack took place.
African leaders push for climate investment at Ethiopia summit
African leaders made ambitious plans in 2023 to increase renewable energy, but funding constraints have slowed implementation.
As temperatures rise, Americans are consuming more sugar
People in a warming world are drinking more sugary beverages and eating more frozen desserts, a study found.
He wanted to rescue Louisiana’s insurance market. So he flew to Bermuda.
After meeting with reinsurance companies abroad, the state’s insurance commissioner pushed for new laws to expand property insurance.
Fossil fuel use falls in China as clean energy booms
The country's explosive growth in wind and solar is moving it toward peak coal and gas, according to new research.
Transit boosters hold their breath after House cuts
Fiscal 2026 legislation would roll back spending to the lowest level in decades.
EV adoption pushes US to green its grid
The power needs of electric vehicles will compel "investment in new wind, solar, storage, and natural gas capacity," new research finds.
Philadelphia transit cuts reversed for at least 2 years
The regional transportation agency is tapping its capital funds to restore routes shortened or canceled amid a budget showdown.
Rainwater harvesting grows to nourish gardens in a hotter world
Harvesting specialists say home gardeners can benefit from collecting rain and runoff to irrigate plants.
Hong Kong official decries Trump climate pullback
The financial secretary added that Hong Kong is on track to meet its goal to reduce carbon emissions by 50 percent by 2035.
China AC exports to Europe surge amid trade wars, heat waves
Many parts of Europe that once saw air conditioning as a U.S. excess are beginning to embrace the idea.
Japan’s department stores rally as heat draws shoppers indoors
The boost was driven by expectations of higher footfall — and sales — as shoppers sought refuge from Japan’s elevated temperatures.
Fired FEMA chief recounts ‘hostile relationship’ with Trump officials
"I wanted to choke some people," Cameron Hamilton said in a podcast interview last week.
Wright dismisses global climate efforts: ‘Silly’
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said he would promote natural gas during his upcoming trip to Europe.
Budget shortfalls put mass transit at risk across US
Major transportation systems are cutting bus and rail service in an effort to stay afloat.