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Florida DOGE embraces Trump’s disputed climate report
The DeSantis administration, seeking to curtail local spending, cited a Department of Energy report to question the "so-called climate crisis."
Red states urge lawmakers to probe group chaired by chief justice
State attorneys general said the climate section of a manual produced by the research arm of the federal court system is "tainted by biased authors."
This battery company has a plan for weathering Trump
Base Power is packaging its electricity service with home batteries, pitching an unusual business plan that doesn't rely on favorable federal policy.
Long maligned, the voluntary carbon market is embracing integrity
Corporate polluters seeking to offset their emissions are increasingly doing so by funding projects whose climate benefits are verified.
Why China is building so many coal plants despite its solar and wind boom
More than 50 large coal units were commissioned in 2025, up from less than 20 a year over the previous decade, a report says.
How climate change, human psychology make US cold snap feel so harsh
The first quarter of the 21st century was unusually warm by historical standards and so a prolonged cold spell this winter is unfamiliar to many people, especially younger Americans.
Why hospitals are phasing out a popular operating room anesthetic
The shift away from desflurane has contributed to a nearly 30 percent decrease in anesthetic greenhouse gas emissions over a decade, says a study.
Mexican long-nosed bats head farther north in search of agave nectar
New Mexico’s Bootheel region, a typical destination for the bats, has been hit hard by drought.
This IRA program dodged Trump’s climate cuts
The administration has preserved a $9.7 billion Biden-era initiative to bring renewable energy to rural areas.
Musk wants to build 1M data centers in space
The audacious plan, which would tap solar energy, collides with President Donald Trump’s efforts to expand fossil fuels to power AI.
The highway bill could be Congress’ next big climate fight
Climate hawks and conservatives will clash as highway bill negotiations rev up in the coming weeks.
Federal EV fee would cut sales, boost emissions — report
Congress is weighing several proposals that would add levies to the purchase or ownership of electric vehicles.
Trump hit with 5th straight loss in offshore wind fight
A federal judge sided with Sunrise Wind on Monday in its bid to lift the administration’s freeze on construction of the project.
Why climate activists are keeping ICE awake at night
The Sunrise Movement is organizing late-night protests outside hotels housing ICE agents.
Google joins Singapore’s green fuel tests ahead of flight levy
A total of nine firms plan to join the voluntary trial to purchase sustainable aviation fuel through the Singapore Sustainable Aviation Fuel Co. being established.
India plans a $2.2B bet on carbon capture and storage
The plan targets power, steel, cement, refineries and chemicals over the next five years, India’s finance minister said.
Argentina fires ravage Patagonia forests, fueling criticism of Milei
The crisis has reignited anger toward President Javier Milei, whose harsh austerity drive has slashed spending on programs and agencies that not only work to combat fires but also protect parks.
Sicilian town on cliff edge as massive storm triggers landslides
Italy’s civil protection agency said two landslides hit the town of Niscemi after torrential rain, impacting the local road network, damaging buildings and disrupting essential services.
DOE scientists blasted climate report ordered up by boss
Secretary Chris Wright handpicked five climate contrarians to write about global warming. Department experts pushed back on the findings.
Connecticut reveals details about every property's climate risk
The state is the first to display damage history and future risk. An ad blitz aims to increase awareness and promote flood insurance.
