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Truck makers vow to shun California emission deals after FTC probe

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 6:29am
The Federal Trade Commission said it had dropped an antitrust probe into the state's Clean Truck Partnership.

Fires kill at least 3, displace thousands across southern Europe

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 6:28am
Authorities have cited multiple causes for the massive wildfires, including careless farming practices, improperly maintained power cables and lightning storms.

Heavy rain pounds South Korea’s capital region, leaving 1 person missing

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 6:27am
More than 7.8 inches of rain fell in parts of Seoul and nearby cities, where residents salvaged belongings and used plastic containers to bail water from properties damaged by flash floods.

US, other fossil fuel producers try to weaken plastics treaty

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:22am
Two days remain in the latest — and maybe last — international effort to halt plastic pollution, including planet-warming emissions from production.

A ‘glacial outburst’ is flooding Alaska’s capital

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:21am
Research has found that as many as 15 million people worldwide may be vulnerable to glacial floods.

Trump EPA violated Nixon-era law to kill Obama policy, lawsuit says

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:20am
The Federal Advisory Committee Act suit by two environmental groups could complicate and delay the plan to reverse the landmark endangerment finding.

Financial advisers seek to block Texas law targeting climate proposals

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:19am
Two firms say the new law could have a chilling effect on their ability to speak with clients about environmental, social or governance issues.

Massachusetts taps state money for EV charging stations

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:19am
The state risks missing its climate targets unless it builds more publicly accessible chargers to support EV adoption.

After deadly 2016 floods, W.Va. begins 2 studies on protecting communities

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:17am
The studies are the first major investments in several years by state leaders to address the growing threat of flooding, underscoring the state’s slow progress in tackling this issue.

Parts of Europe burn as millions face record heat

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:17am
Temperatures in some areas soared past 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Scientists warn climate change is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of heat and dryness.

The Seine in Paris is open for swimming as temperatures soar

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:16am
Paris’ deputy mayor last week said over 40,000 people had swum at public sites since they opened on July 5.

Tropical Storm Erin could become Atlantic season’s 1st hurricane

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 6:15am
The National Hurricane Center said it remains too early to determine possible impacts, if any, from Erin as it moves closer to the northern Leeward Islands.

Ørsted scrambles for cash in face of Trump opposition

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:17am
The Danish energy giant saw its shares tumble Monday after it announced a high-stakes plan to help fund a New York offshore wind project.

To boost EV sales, Ford looks to the Model T

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:16am
The Michigan automaker on Monday announced a $5 billion plan to streamline its production process and drive down the cost of electric vehicles.

Interior demands eagle data from wind developers

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:14am
Supporters of renewable energy say the Trump administration could use the records to take action against wind energy projects.

Exxon asks Supreme Court — again — to take up climate-damages case

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:14am
A petition urges the high court to review a Colorado court decision advancing a lawsuit to hold companies financially responsible for global warming.

Truck manufacturers sue to dissolve ZEV sales agreement with California

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:13am
The lawsuit argues that the state’s Clean Truck Partnership is invalid after Congress revoked the emissions rules.

Service cuts planned at two large Pennsylvania transit agencies

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:12am
Down-to-the-wire budget negotiations could leave passengers in the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh areas with fewer transit options.

Green group launches ad campaign to counter California oil lobbying

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:08am
California EnviroVoters' seven-figure ad buy comes in response to a multiyear lobbying campaign from oil companies.

North Carolina tourist attraction damaged by hurricane to be demolished

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 6:07am
The Lake Lure Flowering Bridge in Rutherford County crumpled from the relentless floods and winds from remnants of Helene last September.

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