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Lawsuit targets EPA approval of California EV plan
A group led by former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad is challenging Biden administration actions that would move the nation away from gasoline-powered vehicles.
Wildfire smoke causes only ‘modest reduction’ in solar power — study
Researchers found that U.S. solar power generation has stayed relatively stable during extreme wildfire seasons.
Calif. legislative analysts blame climate programs, wildfires for high power bills
The Legislative Analyst’s Office’s report on Tuesday determined that Californians’ residential electricity rates are outpacing inflation and growth in other states.
Biden admin approves California’s zero-emission ferry rule
That leaves two waivers pending for California’s zero-emissions truck and train rules, some of the state’s most contentious regulations.
What this week’s winter wallop means for US farmers
Planning ahead is becoming increasingly difficult as climate change ramps up variability in snowfall, rainfall and other weather conditions.
Trump looks to shatter icebreaker pact with Canada, Finland
The U.S., Canada and Finland agreed under the ICE Pact to advance industrial cooperation and workforce development and to find ways to invest in U.S. shipyards.
Meta invites climate disinformation by tossing fact-checkers
The tech giant instead will rely on users to combat falsehoods about global warming and other issues.
Treasury finalizes long-awaited tax rules for boosting renewables
The credits aim to drive deployment of zero-carbon power with funding linked to how much projects cut emissions rather than the technologies they use.
It will be a busy year for carbon markets. Here’s what to expect.
Likely in 2025: A new United Nations-led venture, the marriage of markets in California and Washington, and the extension of California's market.
Oregon finalizes new wildfire maps after backlash
The maps classify the wildfire hazard for every taxable property in the state, triggering some new requirements for home hardening and buffer zones.
‘Hidden’ killers from floods include heart attacks, infections
A new study found that flood deaths can rise 25 percent three months after a disaster.
California high-speed rail CEO says project can withstand 4 years of Trump
Both Ian Choudri and Gov. Gavin Newsom said a hostile Trump administration shouldn't derail the massive infrastructure project.
JPMorgan quits climate finance group, following Citi, Bank of America
Departures have been concentrated in the U.S., against a backdrop of intensified attacks by Republicans on what they characterize as “woke” capitalism.
Artificial intelligence energy demand is driving climate tech investing
This comes as overall climate tech investment dipped in 2024, as venture capitalists remain cautious amid U.S. political uncertainty.
Severe flood warning issued as the UK faces more weather disruptions
Swaths of the Midlands in England were under water and more than 200 flood warnings were in place at one point as rivers overflowed.