Virginia Legislature Bucks Governor’s Amendments to Dominion-Backed Bill
The Virginia legislature rejected some amendments proposed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger to a bill backed by Dominion Energy. The governor sought additional ratepayer protections, but they were not included in the final ver...
Europe hit by record heat, glacier loss and marine extremes
A major climate report warned that Europe recorded its hottest year yet in 2025, with unprecedented heatwaves, rapid glacier melt, record sea temperatures, and expanding wildfires. The continent is warming twice as fast ...
Trump Takes a ‘Wrecking Ball’ to Independent Scientific Advisory Board
The National Science Foundation's independent scientific advisory board has been dismantled, leaving it fully under White House control. Experts warn that this move will undermine the integrity of scientific research and...
Drought Turns Southeastern US Into 'Tinderbox' as Wildfires Rage
Weather extremes have fueled wildfires across tens of thousands of acres in Georgia, Florida and other states. The drought has turned the region into a tinderbox, according to experts. Inside Climate News reports that th...
World Will Not See Significant Return to Coal in 2026
Despite the Iran crisis, a thinktank analysis suggests that coal power output will only rise by 1.8% globally this year. This is much lower than predicted....
Fossil Fuel Phase-Out Discussions in Santa Marta
Government ministers and officials from nearly 60 countries are attending the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels in Santa Marta. They are discussing practical policies to emerge from the gathering, ...
London Garden Opens as Wildlife Refuge
A new two-acre garden in memory of Queen Elizabeth II has opened to the public, providing a refuge for London's flora and fauna. The space has been designed as an oasis of biodiversity....
Disaster Declarations Amid Texas Water Crisis
Small towns around Corpus Christi are worried about their water supply as a crisis deepens in South Texas. Disaster declarations have been issued, but uncertainty remains....
Climate Diplomacy Takes Center Stage
Professor Elisa Morgera discusses the importance of diplomacy in the global fight against climate change. Historic initiatives like the Paris Agreement were the result of coordinated international efforts....
Glyphosate Lawsuits at Risk
Thousands of people claim that Roundup, an herbicide containing glyphosate, caused their cancer. The US Supreme Court may quash their lawsuits, potentially limiting regulation of the widely used pesticide....
Amsterdam Bans Fossil Fuel Ads
Amsterdam becomes the first capital city to approve a ban on fossil fuel advertisements. The move is part of a global effort to reduce global warming. Dutch activists are calling for similar restrictions at a national le...
Trump’s Environmental Cuts Marginalize Communities
The Trump administration's environmental cuts have further marginalized vulnerable communities, particularly in Florida. These communities face increased temperatures, rising seas, and more frequent storms....
Global EV Demand Surges Amid Iran War
The ongoing Iran war has led to increased demand for electric vehicles due to rising fuel costs. Sales are growing in various countries, including Australia and Vietnam....
Sewage Threatens Coral Reefs, Even in Protected Areas
A study found that over 70% of marine protected areas are exposed to high levels of wastewater pollutants, making corals more vulnerable to climate change....
Indigenous Groups Collaborate on Shearwater Tracking Project
A new project brings together Indigenous groups from Australia and Alaska to track the migratory short-tailed shearwater. The initiative aims to ensure the bird's survival. According to The Guardian, the shearwaters were...
Climate Scientists Call for Fossil Fuel Transition Roadmaps
A new panel of climate scientists has called on governments to develop roadmaps for phasing out fossil fuels. The panel's appeal came ahead of a key ministerial meeting....
Chornobyl Nuclear Site Still at Risk
The Chornobyl nuclear power plant, site of the world's worst nuclear accident, remains at risk due to ongoing conflicts in Ukraine. A Russian drone damaged the confinement shelter in February 2025, and workers warn that ...
13 Sloths Rescued from Orlando Attraction After Mass Deaths
Thirteen sloths have been rescued and transferred to a Florida zoo after an investigation found that over 31 had died at the planned Orlando animal attraction. The move aims to address concerns about the facility....
Sloth World Transfers Remaining Animals to Zoo After Mass Deaths
The surviving animals from 'Sloth World' have been transferred to a Florida zoo, following the deaths of over 31 sloths. The move comes after an investigation raised concerns about the animal attraction....
13 Sloths Transferred to Florida Zoo After Mass Deaths
After an investigation found over 31 sloth deaths, 13 surviving animals were transferred to a Florida zoo. The move comes amid concerns about the planned Orlando animal attraction....