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EU set to offer shields for exporters under carbon border levy
The bloc is rolling out its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, which will start slapping fees on carbon-intensive imports as of next year.
JPMorgan executive says US pressure can’t derail climate agenda
“We are an American bank, but ... we have to assess and evaluate what’s coming at us from all parts of the world,” said the bank's sustainability head.
Trump uprooted a major climate effort. Scientists are fighting back.
The future of the National Climate Assessment is uncertain, so researchers are looking to write an alternative version that could serve as a substitute.
Last-gasp megabill talks eased assault on renewables
The changes could run into resistance in the House as leaders there try to muscle the bill through.
Washington state urges Supreme Court to stay out of carbon fight
State officials argued in a new brief that an energy company’s case against the cap-and-trade program is unwarranted.
A hospital turns to AI to save patients from extreme heat
The technology could be used to comb through electronic health records and warn vulnerable people about dangerous heat waves.
Satellite tracking oil and gas emissions goes dark
The MethaneSAT project was launched into space last year to keep tabs on emitters.
Hawaii unveils emissions reduction plan in response to youth lawsuit
The strategy includes more bike lanes and electric vehicle chargers. It comes after the state settled a climate lawsuit filed by 13 young people.
Trump admin advances climate reg overhaul
The move opens the door to revise a suite of rules clamping down on heat-trapping emissions, especially from the industrial and transportation sectors.
New Jersey mulling changes to coastal flood rule
The state Department of Environmental Protection's potential amendments come amid pressure from coastal mayors and industry groups.
Top of Eiffel Tower closes due to extreme heat
The Paris landmark’s highest level shuts as France swelters.
Ancient Himalayan village relocates as climate shifts reshape daily life
It hasn’t snowed in Nepal’s Upper Mustang for nearly three years, a dire blow for those living and farming in high-altitude villages.
French government pours cold water on Le Pen’s air conditioning push
Marine Le Pen accused the government of forcing ordinary people to suffer the heat.
Catholic bishops from Asia, Africa, Latin America demand climate justice
As a heat wave hits much of Europe, including the Vatican, the continental bishops conferences of the Global South penned a first-ever joint ecological appeal.
5 things to know about Trump’s attacks on the Montreal Protocol
The binding climate treaty has been a success, earning the support of businesses and Republicans. It could be in peril under President Donald Trump.
California is about to roll back a landmark environmental law
Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers are chipping away at the California Environmental Quality Act in the name of building more housing.
Website for top US climate reports goes dark
The White House didn't respond to questions about the National Climate Assessments. Their disappearance is in line with the administration's past actions.
Megabill renewables debate mirrors state battles
Fear of higher energy prices in Texas, Oklahoma and other Republican-led states thwarted legislative efforts to impose fees on wind and solar power.
Layoffs loom after Oregon gas tax hike dies
Gov. Tina Kotek, a Democrat, said up to 700 state workers could be fired because lawmakers failed to increase the cost of gasoline by 3 cents.
Trump admin extends access to critical DOD weather forecasting dataset
The new deadline to stop the data products will be July 31.