What is driving warming: emissions, fossil fuels, land use, the science that ties them to rising temperatures — and the steps backward: targets scrapped, rules rolled back, protections cut, and the disinformation and corruption behind them.
September 2026
- Carbon Accounting Is Wrong a Third of the Time
Analysis suggests that current carbon accounting methods are inaccurate in one-third of cases.
- Germany's Renewable Energy Boom Faces Economic Strain as Solar and Wind Developers File for Insolvency
Economic pressures are causing some solar and wind developers in Germany to file for insolvency.
- Luxury travel in private jets is expensive: Here's the climate cost
Private jet travel carries a significant climate cost due to high carbon emissions per passenger.
- PM flags climate inequality, says developed nations' carbon emissions 6 times more; opponents block nuclear energy progressReprint
Prime Minister Modi discussed climate inequality while noting that opposition is hindering nuclear energy progress.
- German grid operator dispute limits battery use at new solar-storage hybrid plant
A dispute with a German grid operator is restricting the operational capacity of a new solar-plus-storage hybrid facility.Also: ESS News
- Climate pollution the missing piece in proposed data centre law
The Climate Council argues that proposed data center legislation fails to adequately address climate pollution.Also: CleanTechnica
- Trump’s War On Wind Turbines Takes Another Ludicrous Turn
An opinion piece criticizes the U.S. Department of Energy's rebranding of wind energy terminology under the current administration.
- Organic Beef Has a Larger Carbon Footprint Than Feedlot Beef
A report indicates that organic beef production can result in a higher carbon footprint than conventional feedlot methods.
- Granting a new gasfield licence does not guarantee energy security
The author argues that licensing new gas fields fails to provide long-term energy security.
- Lexington mayor vetoes industrial solar on farmland
The mayor of Lexington vetoed a measure that would have allowed industrial-scale solar development on local farmland.
- Renewable supply shortfalls threaten companies’ 100% clean energy goals
Shortages in renewable energy supply are creating challenges for corporations attempting to meet 100% clean energy targets.
- A New Floor for Solar: Section 232 Sets New Tariffs and Price Floors on Polysilicon ImportsStudy
New Section 232 tariffs and price floors on polysilicon imports are expected to impact the solar supply chain.
- These European Cities Say They Have Too Many Tourists. Why Are Their Airports Expanding?
European airport expansions are undermining local sustainability efforts and increasing tourism-related emissions despite concerns over overtourism.
- ExxonMobil Warns Coal Accelerating Global Warming
ExxonMobil acknowledges that coal consumption is a primary driver of accelerating global warming.
- Hyundai warns the US may be next in line for a wave of cheaper Chinese EVs
Hyundai's CEO warned that the U.S. market may face an influx of low-cost Chinese electric vehicles without protective trade measures.
- Milk’s carbon footprint can change dramatically for a surprising reasonStudy
Research identifies specific factors that significantly alter the carbon footprint of milk production.
- How the Iran war could affect the fight against climate change
Geopolitical instability in Iran could potentially disrupt global efforts to address climate change.
- UK storage support scheme could cut battery project returns by up to 2.7 points
Changes to UK storage support schemes may reduce the financial returns for battery project developers, potentially slowing deployment.
- Today in Automotive History: September 18, 2015 — The EPA Catches Volkswagen Cheating on Emissions
This retrospective piece revisits the 2015 Volkswagen emissions scandal, a major event in automotive environmental regulation history.
- Phillips 66 and ConocoPhillips Warned Justice Alito His Oil Investments Face Material Risk From Climate Lawsuits For Years; Their Trade Association, Suncor and Exxon Briefed Him on How to Eliminate that Risk
Documents suggest fossil fuel companies briefed a Supreme Court justice on mitigating financial risks associated with climate litigation.
- Trump Keeps Wind Farms Waiting Despite Court Ruling
The Trump administration continues to delay wind energy projects by imposing new regulatory hurdles despite a federal court ruling against previous height restrictions.
- The friction of phasing out: political and economic barriers to moving beyond fossil fuelsStudy
A report identifies the political and economic barriers hindering the global phase-out of fossil fuels.
- Energy Demand Growth Will Limit More-Ambitious Climate Goals, S&P Global Energy Study FindsStudy
An S&P Global study finds that rising energy demand may constrain the achievement of more ambitious climate goals.Also: S&P Global
- Trump's EPA reforms are a huge boost to manufacturers, but there's more red tape to cut: Expert
The article discusses efforts to roll back EPA regulations, which are characterized as reducing red tape for manufacturers.
- China Energy and Emissions Trends – August 2026 snapshotStudy
A new report details the latest trends in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in China.
- Advertising Contracts with Big Oil Hit Record High as Profits Soar from War in Iran
Oil companies are increasing advertising spending as profits rise during the conflict in Iran.
- CO2 emissions projected to fall 20% by 2050, but more progress is neededStudy
Exxon Mobil projects a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2050 but acknowledges that further progress is required.Also: Exxon Mobil Corporation
- Trump administration targets implausible emissions scenarios
The Competitive Enterprise Institute criticizes the use of specific emissions scenarios in climate modeling.
- Earth's atmosphere is getting less dusty: That could be adding to global warmingStudy
A decline in atmospheric dust, which typically has a cooling effect, may be contributing to global warming.
- South Africa's first offshore wind farm delayed as World Bank highlights potential
South Africa's first offshore wind project is delayed, representing a setback for renewable energy deployment in the region.
- New Carbon Monitoring System Datasets ReleasedStudy
NASA has released new datasets from its Carbon Monitoring System to improve tracking of global carbon emissions.
- Reckless Expansion Plans Blow Past European Airports Carbon LimitsStudy
A new study finds that planned expansions at twenty major European airports exceed climate targets and emissions budgets.
- California Eyes Prison Heat Protections That Fall Short of Workplace Standards
California is considering heat protection policies for prisons that critics argue fall short of standard workplace safety requirements.
- Investors say BHP emissions surge shows policies not working
Investors are criticizing BHP after a surge in emissions, arguing that current corporate climate policies are failing to deliver results.
- EXCLUSIVE: AG Barr, Sen. Tom Cotton slam Democrat climate lawsuits that could ‘cripple’ U.S. energy companies
High-ranking officials are criticizing ongoing climate-related lawsuits against energy companies, citing potential economic impacts.
- Posts baselessly praise cloud seeding bans for quiet Atlantic hurricane season
Fact-checkers debunk baseless claims attributing the quiet Atlantic hurricane season to bans on cloud seeding.
- Justice Department warns Boulder can’t set global energy policy in Colorado climate case
The Justice Department argues that local climate lawsuits cannot dictate national or global energy policy.Also: Rocky Mountain Voice
- Inklings | Climate and gender vanish from WFP strategy. Luke Lindberg looms.
The World Food Programme has removed specific climate and gender considerations from its latest strategic planning documents.
- Climate rollbacks add new energy uncertainty
Recent rollbacks of climate regulations are creating increased uncertainty for the energy sector.
- BRICS Summit: Strong focus on resilience, but hardly anything on the energy transition
The BRICS summit emphasized climate resilience but failed to produce significant commitments regarding the global energy transition.
- Europe's Biggest Independent Solar Operator Just Went Bankrupt
The bankruptcy of a major European solar operator highlights financial instability in the renewable energy sector.
- Can ChatGPT prompts really fuel a climate crisis? AI's growing energy problem
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence and high-frequency ChatGPT usage is raising concerns regarding the sector's increasing energy consumption.
- Legal nonprofit scrutinized over alleged Chinese influence ahead of climate case
A legal nonprofit involved in climate litigation is facing scrutiny over alleged foreign influence.
- Florida climate change censorship on National Public Radio
Reports indicate that climate change content is being suppressed or censored in Florida's public media coverage.
- Heathrow’s Expansion Is “Not Currently Compatible” With Net Zero
Heathrow Airport's proposed expansion is deemed incompatible with the UK's net-zero climate commitments.
- Advice to the UK Government on proposed Heathrow Airport expansionStudy
The UK Climate Change Committee advises against Heathrow Airport expansion due to its impact on national emissions targets.
- Washington moves to rollback methane rules for 700,000 wells tied to half of US oil and gas leaks
The US government is moving to roll back methane regulations affecting hundreds of thousands of oil and gas wells.
- California PFAS pesticide ban gutted after industry lobbying, author says bill is 'a shell'
A California bill intended to ban PFAS pesticides was significantly weakened following intense industry lobbying.
- NVIDIA’s AI climate hoax: New analysis on NVIDIA’s rising emissions and greenwashing
Greenpeace analysis accuses NVIDIA of greenwashing and failing to account for the rising emissions associated with its AI technology.
- Oregon isn’t on track to meet transportation emissions goals, forecast showsStudy
New forecasts indicate that Oregon is currently failing to meet its established transportation emissions reduction targets.
- AEA Sends Letter Of Support For H.R. 8330, Stop The Climate Shakedowns Act
The American Energy Alliance has formally endorsed legislation aimed at restricting climate-related litigation.
- Australia cannot be a good Pacific neighbour while expanding fossil fuels: Tuvalu minister
Tuvalu's minister asserts that Australia cannot maintain positive diplomatic relations with Pacific neighbors while continuing to expand fossil fuel projects.
- New methane data show the risks of exempting low-producing wellsStudy
New data from the Environmental Defense Fund highlights the significant methane emissions risks associated with exempting low-producing oil and gas wells.
- A New Bill Could Help Obstruct Future Energy Efficiency Standards for Home Appliances—and Repeal Old Ones
A proposed Senate bill would hinder the Department of Energy's ability to update or enforce energy efficiency standards for home appliances.
- Venezuela’s historic oil deal with the US reignites environmental, human rights concerns
A U.S.-Venezuela oil deal aimed at increasing energy production raises concerns regarding environmental protection and human rights.Also: The New York Times $
- Miners stake claims where Trump slashed Bears Ears National Monument
Mining claims are being filed in the Bears Ears National Monument following the federal government's decision to reduce the protected area.
- Federal disaster reports under the Trump administration leave journalists to source climate explanations elsewhere
Federal disaster reports under the previous administration reportedly omitted climate change context, forcing journalists to seek alternative sources.
- What is 'Cancer Alley?' What to know as EPA rolls back pollution standards
The Shreveport Times explains the environmental context of 'Cancer Alley' in light of federal rollbacks of pollution standards.
- BHP says its carbon emissions, diesel use will stay higher for longer
Mining giant BHP announced that its carbon emissions and diesel consumption will remain elevated for a longer period than previously projected.
- Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026 | Oil and gas companies
Fossil fuel companies have reached record-high levels of advertising contracts in 2026.
- Pacific aid “doesn’t really matter” next to Australia’s fossil fuel subsidies, Tuva...
Critics argue that Australia's fossil fuel subsidies significantly outweigh the value of its climate-related aid to Pacific nations.Also: Renew Economy
- Trump’s power equipment ban: US BESS market implications and the supply chain dilemma
New US restrictions on power equipment imports are creating supply chain uncertainty for the domestic battery storage market.Also: Energy-Storage.News, The Cool Down
- Trump curbs on China-linked equipment threaten US clean-energy projects
New U.S. restrictions on China-linked equipment are creating supply chain challenges for domestic clean-energy projects.
- Lights off, gas on: Why Nigeria and Ghana can’t quit fossil fuels yet
This report explores the economic and infrastructural challenges preventing Nigeria and Ghana from moving away from fossil fuels.Also: punchng.com
- Texas Oil and Gas Regulator Doubles Down and Defies State Legislature
The Texas Railroad Commissioner defied a legislative summons to testify before a committee overseeing the state's oil and gas regulator.
- The Fed’s First Rate Hike Since 2023 Is a Problem for Renewables
A Federal Reserve interest rate hike is expected to create financial headwinds for renewable energy project development.
- Zest warns weaker ZEV Mandate could hit UK charging investment
Charging firm Zest warns that weakening the UK's ZEV mandate could discourage necessary investment in charging infrastructure.Also: Motor Trade News
- SEC proposes to end shareholder vote oversight, a blow to reformers
The SEC proposed ending oversight of shareholder votes, a move viewed as a setback for climate and corporate reformers.
- Newsom Signs Jay Leno’s Classic Car Bill Over Environmentalist Objections
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill allowing classic car owners to bypass certain emissions regulations despite environmental opposition.
- Why Allowing “e-HEFA” to Count Towards the ReFuelEU e-SAF Mandate Would Be a Strategic Mistake
Critics argue that allowing certain synthetic fuels to count toward EU mandates would undermine the transition to truly sustainable aviation fuel.
- ExxonMobil carbon project approved despite commissioner's oppositionReprint
Local officials approved a carbon capture project for ExxonMobil despite opposition regarding its environmental impact.
- Oil Above $100 Pushes U.S. Fuel Prices to New Records
Rising global oil prices are contributing to record-high fuel costs for consumers in the United States.
- Washington County advances proposal to limit data center and solar energy facility projects
Washington County is considering new regulations that would restrict the development of solar energy facilities and data centers.
- India's met coke imports set for record despite anti-dumping levy
India's imports of metallurgical coke have reached record levels despite the implementation of anti-dumping levies.
- Court of Appeal throws out lawsuit over Moose Jaw and Lanigan power plants
An appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the development of power plants in Moose Jaw and Lanigan.
- NEWSLETTER: US announces climate rollbacks at G20 meetingReprint
The United States announced plans to roll back climate policies during the G20 summit.
- Trump administration appeals ruling blocking EPA from sending California auto emissions rules to Congress
The Trump administration is appealing a court ruling that blocked its attempt to prevent California from setting its own auto emissions standards.
- Congressional Republicans Aim to Shield Fossil Fuel Companies From Climate Lawsuits
Congressional Republicans are attempting to pass legislation that would shield fossil fuel companies from legal liability for climate-related damages.Also: CleanTechnica
- World’s top 20 private equity firms produce more greenhouse gases a year than most countries, report findsStudy
A new report finds that the world's top 20 private equity firms have a combined carbon footprint exceeding most nations.
- Texas A&M System removes courses on LGBT, ethnic studies and climate change from core offerings
The Texas A&M System has removed climate change courses from its core curriculum offerings.Also: Free Speech Center
- Gold mining expands fastest on Indigenous lands in Brazil’s Amazon, new analysis findsStudy
New analysis shows that gold mining is expanding rapidly on Indigenous lands within the Brazilian Amazon.
- UK could 'unlock' 100 more oil and gas projects, say North Sea bosses
North Sea industry leaders are lobbying the UK government to approve 100 new oil and gas projects.
- Trump Habitat Rollback Takes Effect As Sierra Club and Conservation Partners Sue
A new federal rule rescinding habitat protections under the Endangered Species Act has taken effect, prompting legal challenges from conservation groups.
- Pushback Mounts Against Trump’s Attacks on the Endangered Species Act
A new Trump administration rule has taken effect, weakening habitat protections under the Endangered Species Act by narrowing the definition of harm.
- Satellite data reveal ESG scores track public image more than actual forest lossStudy
Research indicates that ESG ratings often fail to accurately reflect corporate deforestation, suggesting a need for better integration of satellite environmental data.
- Over 110 Groups to Congress: Don’t Criminalize Protest in Pipeline Safety Bill
Over 110 organizations are urging Congress to remove language from a pipeline safety bill that would criminalize environmental protests.
- New Report Examining APS’s Massive Gas Buildout Demonstrates How Ratepayers Could Be on the Hook for DecadesStudy
A new report warns that Arizona Public Service's reliance on natural gas expansion poses long-term financial risks to ratepayers.
- Experts release list of 45 misleading statements on climate change made by Reform
Experts have compiled a list of 45 misleading statements regarding climate change made by the Reform UK political party.
- How the End of USAID Eroded Global Environmental Goals
The dismantling of USAID has significantly reduced global funding for climate resilience and environmental conservation programs.
- International trade linked to 20% of global emissions – but imports ignoredStudy
New research indicates that international trade accounts for 20% of global emissions, highlighting a gap in current climate policy.
- Pollution spikes after Trump halted global air-monitoring efforts, report saysStudy
A study found that air pollution increased in cities after U.S. embassies stopped providing air-quality monitoring data.
- COP30 delegations: EU countries sent representatives with ties to the fossil fuel industry
Reports indicate that several EU delegations to COP30 include representatives with ties to the fossil fuel industry.
- EU truck manufacturers call for adjusted compliance time for EV production
EU truck manufacturers are requesting more time to comply with electric vehicle production targets, citing industry challenges.Also: edie.net
- CCC: Heathrow expansion could push flights to ‘80% of UK emissions by 2050’Reprint
The UK's Climate Change Committee warns that Heathrow expansion could cause aviation to account for 80% of national carbon emissions by 2050.
- Since US intervention, Venezuela’s illegal mining crisis has only worsened, critics say
Critics argue that U.S. intervention in Venezuela has failed to curb illegal mining, which continues to cause significant environmental damage.
- Adirondack advocates concerned about EPA rollback of power plant emissions rules
Adirondack environmental advocates express concern regarding the EPA's decision to roll back power plant emission rules.
- Weak Sustainable Fuel Rules Risk Carbon Burden: EDF
The Environmental Defense Fund warns that weak sustainable fuel regulations could increase the global carbon burden.
- BRICS declaration calls for climate action while recognising fossil fuel role
The latest BRICS declaration emphasizes climate action while explicitly acknowledging the ongoing role of fossil fuels.Also: Mongabay India
- Oil and gas leases threaten big game migration routes, lawsuit claims
A lawsuit claims that new oil and gas leases threaten critical migration routes for big game animals.
- SteelWatch Explainer: Why steelmaking drives climate change – and why it doesn’t have to be this way
An explainer details the carbon-intensive nature of steel production and potential pathways for industry decarbonization.
- U.S. Diesel Prices on Track for Record Year
U.S. diesel prices are trending toward record highs for the year, reflecting ongoing volatility in fossil fuel markets.
- Brazil election could put 95% of the Amazon under right-wing governmentsClickbait
Upcoming Brazilian elections could result in the majority of the Amazon rainforest falling under the jurisdiction of right-wing governments.
- Evidence of direct methane production from long-chain fatty acids by thermophilic ArchaeoglobiStudy
Researchers identified a biological process where thermophilic microorganisms produce methane from long-chain fatty acids.
- Dublin Airport carbon emissions set to surge after passenger cap removed
Dublin Airport's carbon emissions are projected to increase following the removal of a cap on passenger numbers.
- Siemens Energy: Global expansion of renewable energy requires storage and LNG to safeguard grids
Siemens Energy argues that expanding renewable energy grids requires additional storage and continued reliance on LNG.
- Oil prices climb as attacks, pipeline outage deepen Saudi supply concerns
Oil prices rose due to supply concerns following attacks and a pipeline outage in Saudi Arabia.
- More data centers, then more energy resources, needed
Rising energy demand from data centers is driving the need for new power generation resources.
- More data, more gas? Wisconsin power plant rules face scrutiny
Wisconsin is reviewing power plant regulations amid concerns over increased energy demand from data centers.
- Enemies of Energy: The hereticClickbait
This article from a conservative think tank criticizes energy policies and climate advocacy.
- US ‘super-emitters’ of planet heating methane identified by satellite analysis
Satellite analysis identifies major methane leaks at facilities operated by companies linked to political donors.
- Trump Wants to Prevent Future Presidents From Fighting Climate Change
Reports indicate Donald Trump is planning strategies to restrict future administrations from taking climate action.Also: Slate
- World Bank: Global gas flaring rises to highest level in five yearsReprint
The World Bank reports that global gas flaring has reached its highest level in five years.
- Judge blocks NY law holding fossil fuel companies accountable for climate change
A judge has blocked a New York law intended to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for climate change.
- Japan's biomass energy boom threatens further deforestation in Indonesia
Increased demand for biomass energy in Japan is driving deforestation in Indonesia, threatening biodiversity and Indigenous lands.Also: Associated Press
- US aims to issue deep-sea mining permits within months, Interior Secretary Burgum says
Interior Secretary Burgum announced that the U.S. aims to issue permits for deep-sea mining within the coming months.
- As Power Demand Rises, a Clean-Energy State Falls Back on Coal
Rising electricity demand in Iowa is forcing a temporary return to coal power despite the state's significant wind energy infrastructure.
- IPCC Warns of 3.2°C Global Warming Without Immediate Climate ActionReprint
The IPCC warns that global temperatures could rise by 3.2°C without immediate and significant climate action.
- NACS Supports Congressional Review of EV Mandates
The National Association of Convenience Stores is lobbying Congress to review and potentially weaken electric vehicle mandates.Also: NACS
- Unused natural gas behind NYC's $300 million waste of a potent greenhouse gasStudy
A new study identifies natural gas use as the primary driver of methane emissions in the New York City metropolitan area.Also: Columbia University
- EU Carbon Rises to Highest Since January as Coal Use Ramps Up
EU carbon prices have reached a multi-month high as regional coal consumption increases.
- BEVs up 40% across EU, but CO2 target still out of reach
Despite a 40% increase in EV sales, the EU is currently struggling to meet its established CO2 emission reduction targets.
- Chile solar and wind curtailment hits record 2,680 GWhStudy
Chile recorded a record 2,680 GWh of solar and wind energy curtailment due to grid infrastructure limitations.
- Vancouver, Winnipeg among Canadian cities building more homes in flood zones: StatsCanStudy
Statistics Canada reports that major cities continue to approve new housing developments in designated flood-prone zones.
- Scientists find nine new sponge species in glimpse of Alaska’s deep-sea diversity
New deep-sea sponge species discovered off Alaska face threats from bottom trawling and proposed seafloor mining.
- U.S. Forest Service to close 23 research stations in agency overhaul
The U.S. Forest Service plans to close 23 research stations as part of a major agency restructuring.
- China Gas signs 20-year LNG import deal with US-based Venture GlobalReprint
China Gas has entered a 20-year agreement to import liquefied natural gas from the U.S.-based firm Venture Global.
- Kremlin welcomes Trump's call on Ukraine to halt strikes on diesel facilitiesReprint
The Kremlin expressed support for Donald Trump's call for Ukraine to cease strikes on diesel production facilities.
- Chubu says its president to resign, nuclear restart application withdrawn over data scandal
Chubu Electric Power's president resigned and withdrew a nuclear restart application following a data falsification scandal.
- Toyota is delaying the Highlander EV, but there’s a bigger problem brewing
Toyota is delaying the launch of its electric Highlander, complicating the transition as the gas-powered model is phased out.
- Chevron holds back new European LNG investments as it awaits EU rules
Chevron is pausing new European LNG investments while waiting for regulatory clarity from the EU.
- Chevron Eyes Europe LNG Buildout, Seeks EU Methane Clarity
Chevron is seeking regulatory clarity on methane as it pursues an expansion of its liquefied natural gas infrastructure in Europe.
- Trump's Grid Battery ban leaves developers guessing
Uncertainty surrounds grid battery projects following reports of a potential ban on certain battery technologies by the Trump administration.
- America’s air monitors are disappearing. So is your power to expose polluters.
The reduction of air monitoring infrastructure in the U.S. is limiting the ability to track and hold polluters accountable.
- BRICS Refuses To Abandon Fossil Fuels Despite Clean Energy Push, Opposes EU Carbon Tax
BRICS countries have formally opposed the EU's carbon tax and reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining fossil fuel usage.Also: Notes From Poland
- Exclusive | GOP's Bruce Blakeman promises to end Hochul's 'war on drivers' by killing Dem's NY green mandates
A local GOP official has pledged to repeal New York's green mandates, marking a setback for state climate policy.Also: New York Post
- ‘Slowing things down’: Trade wars hit global electrification shift
Escalating global trade tensions are hindering the transition to electric vehicles and slowing decarbonization efforts.Also: politico.eu
- US moves to exclude Chinese batteries from grid-scale storage — "LFP's moment" arrives for South Korean players
New US policies restricting Chinese battery components are shifting the supply chain landscape for grid-scale energy storage.Also: finance.biggo.com
- agricultural emissions tort law | Officials Warned Intervention in Fonterra Climate Case Could Hurt Investor Confidence
Officials warn that intervening in a climate case against Fonterra could negatively impact investor confidence.Also: en.edairynews.com
- Indonesia Found the Wrong Way to Quit Diesel
Indonesia's strategy for transitioning away from diesel fuel is being criticized for relying on problematic alternatives.Also: Bloomberg $
- Federal judge rules Homeland Security plan for 50% FEMA staffing cuts was unlawful
A federal judge ruled that a plan to cut FEMA staffing by 50% was unlawful, preventing a reduction in disaster response capacity.Also: The Washington Post $
- Global map reveals where petrochemical emissions really come fromStudy
A new global map identifies the specific locations and sources of petrochemical industry emissions.
- Reform vows to block carbon clean-up in Midlands
The Reform party has pledged to block carbon reduction and clean-up initiatives in the Midlands.
- BRICS Nations Reject EU Carbon Border Tax, Back Fossil Fuels In Push For Fair Climate Action
BRICS nations have rejected the EU's carbon border tax and advocated for the continued use of fossil fuels.Also: Swarajyamag, Hindustan Times
- The Alabama Legislature Was on a Collision Course With Alabama Power. Then Came Spring Break.
Alabama Power's political influence continues to obstruct renewable energy development and environmental regulation in the state.
- How Alabama Power Escaped a Push for Tighter Regulation With Record Profits Intact
Alabama Power successfully leveraged its political influence to avoid stricter regulations while maintaining record profits.
- Gas power retreat threatens Labor’s plan to replace coal
A decline in gas power investment is challenging Australia's transition plans to replace coal-fired generation.
- Climate reporting pushback as business baulks at counting emissions
Australian businesses are pushing back against new requirements to report their carbon emissions.
- DeSantis pledged millions for restoring reef ‘then pulled the rug from under us’
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is criticized for withdrawing previously pledged funding for coral reef restoration projects.Also: chronicleonline.com
- Deforestation - Soil Erosion, Biodiversity Loss, Climate ChangeStudy
An educational overview details how deforestation contributes to soil erosion, biodiversity loss, and climate change.
- Fashion emissions keep rising despite climate commitments
Fashion industry emissions continue to rise despite various climate commitments made by companies in the sector.Also: Textile Today
- US finalises levies on solar cell imports from India, Indonesia, Laos
The U.S. has finalized new import levies on solar cells from India, Indonesia, and Laos.
- Air conditioning brings relief while raising serious climate risks
Increased air conditioning usage provides immediate relief from heat but contributes to climate change through energy consumption and refrigerant emissions.
- Oil prices continue surge, rising 3% as attacks halt Saudi pipelineReprint
Oil prices rose by 3% following attacks that forced the shutdown of a Saudi Arabian pipeline.Also: Reuters
- Georgia car makers pivot to hybrids as EV plans stall
Automakers in Georgia are shifting focus toward hybrid vehicles as electric vehicle adoption plans face delays.
- ‘Fossil fuels will still play important role’: BRICS Declaration opposes carbon border tax
BRICS nations issued a declaration opposing carbon border taxes and emphasizing the continued role of fossil fuels.
- 59 Thermal Power Plants Face Critical Coal Stocks as Power Demand Stays Near Record Highs
Fifty-nine Indian thermal power plants are facing critical coal shortages as electricity demand reaches record highs.Also: ET EnergyWorld, ETV Bharat
- Formal Repeal of Roadless Rule Directly Threatens Midwest Wilderness
The repeal of the Roadless Rule threatens Michigan wilderness areas, potentially increasing deforestation and habitat loss.
- Ituna/Itatá invasion escalates as Indigenous Land faces fires and illegal clearing
Illegal land invasions, fires, and clearing are escalating in Brazil's Ituna/Itatá Indigenous Land, threatening isolated populations.
- The Trump admin says repealing the Roadless Rule will reduce wildfires. A new study casts doubt on that.Study
A new study challenges the Trump administration's claim that repealing the Roadless Rule will reduce wildfire risks.
- The US military is the single largest institutional consumer of petroleum on Earth, burning through roughly 4 billion gallons of fuel a year, so much that if it were a country it would rank among the world's fifty-odd biggest greenhouse-gas emitters, ahead of entire
The U.S. military's massive petroleum consumption makes it one of the world's largest institutional greenhouse gas emitters.
- Angola’s Angolan National Agency for Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels (ANPG) Signs New Deepwater Deals at Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2026Reprint
Angola has signed new deepwater oil and gas exploration deals, signaling continued fossil fuel expansion.
- North Sea gasfield decision likely delayed until after Holborn and St Pancras byelection
A decision regarding the approval of a new North Sea gas field is expected to be delayed due to political considerations.
- PNM’s clean energy path still relies on aging gas plants
Public Service Company of New Mexico continues to rely on aging natural gas plants despite clean energy transition goals.
- Swansea Council admits full switch to electric fleet by 2030 unlikely
Swansea Council has acknowledged that it is unlikely to meet its goal of transitioning to a fully electric fleet by 2030.Also: Herald.Wales
- NIPSCO holding up Lake County government solar project, official says
A local official reports that utility company NIPSCO is delaying a government solar project in Lake County.
- iPhone 18 Pro Max Carbon Footprint: 69 kg at 256GB, 114 kg at 2TB, and Only in a PDF
Apple released carbon footprint data for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, revealing varying emissions based on storage capacity.
- Why Milankovitch (Orbital) Cycles Can’t Explain Earth’s Current WarmingStudy
NASA explains why orbital cycles are not responsible for the current rapid warming of the Earth's climate.Also: NASA
- Methane emissions from US urban areas 'widely' underestimated, satellite observations suggestStudy
Satellite observations indicate that methane emissions from U.S. urban areas are significantly higher than previously estimated.
- Microsoft May Abandon its Clean Energy Powered Data Centre Targets
Microsoft is reportedly considering abandoning its targets for powering data centers with clean energy due to the high electricity demands of AI.Also: EnergyNow.com
- Google’s Emissions Climbed 48% Since 2019. AI Is Why.
Google reported a 48% increase in greenhouse gas emissions since 2019, primarily driven by the energy requirements of AI development.Also: Gadget Review
- Global drought shows no detectable recent acceleration under climate warmingStudy
A study published in Nature Climate Change finds no detectable recent acceleration in global drought trends despite warming.
- Exclusive: Oil Industry Moves to Weaken Proposed Fossil Fuel Advertising Ban in France
The oil industry is lobbying to weaken proposed French legislation that would ban fossil fuel advertising.
- Carbon Brief fact-checks 45 Reform UK climate and energy claims
Carbon Brief provides a detailed fact-check of 45 climate and energy claims made by the UK's Reform party.
- California sues over Trump’s changes to Endangered Species Act, arguing they threaten habitat
California filed a lawsuit challenging Trump administration changes to the Endangered Species Act, citing threats to critical habitats.Also: The New York Times $
- Oil Market Report - September 2026 – AnalysisStudy
The IEA released its September 2026 report analyzing global oil market trends and supply dynamics.
- Sask. appeal court dismisses lawsuit on government climate inaction
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal dismissed a lawsuit challenging the government's alleged failure to take sufficient climate action.
- Data Center Boom Brings Health Hazards, Former EPA Officials WarnStudy
Former EPA officials warn that the data center boom poses health risks while the current administration dismantles environmental safeguards.
- A Texas LNG Plant Pumps Out Chronic, Unpermitted Pollution, a Watchdog FindsStudy
A watchdog report found that a Texas LNG export terminal has repeatedly violated air pollution permits without facing regulatory consequences.
- SpaceXAI data centre may have led to Mississippi air pollution spike
Analysis suggests that gas turbines powering a large new data center in Mississippi have caused a spike in local nitrogen oxide emissions.
- Responding to Pingree Request, GAO Finds USDA Has Done Too Little to Protect Farms and Forests from Climate-Driven Diseases and PestsStudy
A GAO report finds the USDA has failed to adequately protect farms and forests from climate-driven pests and diseases.
- To Drill or Not to Drill? Britain Nears Decision on Aging North Sea Oil Fields.
The British government is nearing a decision on whether to approve new drilling operations in aging North Sea oil fields.
- Netherlands Cuts Gas Storage Target in Attempt to Ease Prices
The Netherlands reduced its gas storage target in an effort to lower energy prices for consumers.
- Carbon Capture Is Booming. So Is the Push to Shift Oversight to States
Industry efforts to shift carbon capture oversight to states may weaken regulatory standards and accountability for emissions projects.
- Global warming is accelerating faster than expected, partly due to natural factors
Recent analysis indicates global warming is accelerating due to a combination of human-induced and natural factors.
- Human Fingerprint In Regional Climate ChangeStudy
New research identifies the human fingerprint in observed regional climate change patterns.
- Exclusive | Beijing freezes plant approvals for energy-storage batteries
Beijing has reportedly frozen approvals for new energy-storage battery plants, potentially slowing infrastructure progress.
- Hormuz Disruptions Drive Increase in Global Coal Use
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have led to an increase in global coal consumption as energy markets react to instability.
- RAVAN CubeSat to Demonstrate New Technology for Radiation Balance MeasurementsStudy
The RAVAN CubeSat mission will test new sensor technology to improve measurements of Earth's radiation balance.
- Greenhouse gas emissions and GHG textual relevance in corporate annual reportsStudy
A study analyzes how corporate annual reports disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related information.
- Rethinking Paint: The Ingredients Driving Its Huge Carbon Footprint
An investigation into the paint industry highlights the high carbon footprint associated with its chemical ingredients.
- On ever thinner ice reducing black carbon demands urgent action
The shipping industry is facing urgent calls to reduce black carbon emissions to protect Arctic ice.
- U.S. effectively bars Chinese batteries for power grids, putting energy storage market on alert
New U.S. policies effectively barring Chinese batteries from the power grid are impacting the energy storage market.
- IEA total oil stocks, June 2026 – Charts – Data & StatisticsStudy
The IEA published data on total global oil stocks as of June 2026.
- Newport symposium on Pacific gray whales omits one key discussion — climate change
A symposium on Pacific gray whales faced criticism for failing to address the impact of climate change on the species.Also: lincolnchronicle.org
- Europeans Want Air Conditioning in Preference to Lowering Emissions
The Institute for Energy Research argues that European consumers prioritize air conditioning over emissions reduction efforts.
- Proposal to extend the roadmap to restrict gasoline and oil vehicles into the center of Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City officials are proposing a delay in the roadmap to restrict gasoline vehicles from the city center.
- ACRIMSATStudy
ACRIMSAT is a NASA mission designed to measure total solar irradiance, a key factor in Earth's energy balance.
- Intercontinental Chemical Transport Experiment - Phase AStudy
This dataset documents a past NASA experiment studying the transport of chemical species in the atmosphere.
- Trump moves to ease environmental rules for data centers
The Trump administration is moving to ease environmental regulations for data center construction.
- UK aviation emissions to be 50% higher than thought by 2050, government admitsStudy
The UK government admits that aviation emissions will be 50% higher than previously projected by 2050 due to limited progress in clean technology.
- Reform Receives £5 Million from International Investors
DeSmog reports on the financial backing of the Reform UK party by international investors with ties to fossil fuel interests.
- Data centers hurting efforts to curtail greenhouse gas emissions, D.C. region leaders told
Local leaders are warned that the energy demands of data centers are hindering regional greenhouse gas reduction goals.Also: FFXnow
- Your bowl of rice is warming the planet? Paddy fields emit 10 mn tonnes of methane annually, finds IISER Bhopal-led studyStudy
A new study by IISER Bhopal researchers estimates that rice paddy fields emit 10 million tonnes of methane annually.Also: The Times of India
- Europe Scales Back Climate Goals to Ease Iran War Energy Shock: BoussoReprint
European nations are scaling back climate commitments to address energy security concerns resulting from the war in Iran.
- Analysts warn of consequences if SCOTUS doesn’t toss Boulder climate lawsuit
Analysts discuss potential legal implications if the Supreme Court dismisses a climate change lawsuit brought by Boulder, Colorado.
- Amazon Fund grantees fear a new funding freeze after Brazil’s election
Conservationists fear potential policy reversals and funding freezes for the Amazon Fund following Brazil's election.
- Minogue lays out campaign pledges to cut taxes, cancel climate mandates while downplaying legislative approval
Gubernatorial candidate Michael Minogue pledged to cancel climate mandates as part of his campaign platform.
- Fossil fuel companies rebuked for greenwashing
Fossil fuel companies face formal rebukes for engaging in greenwashing practices regarding their environmental impact.
- Industry Interests Spent Big Money to Stop California From Banning PFAS Pesticides
Industry lobbying efforts successfully weakened California legislation intended to ban toxic PFAS pesticides from agricultural produce.
- The EU approved an antideforestation law. The US paper lobby sought to weaken it
The U.S. paper industry and government lobbied to weaken new European Union regulations designed to combat global deforestation.
- L.A. says it will clean up its biggest gas power plant. Environmentalists aren’t buying it
Environmentalists express skepticism over Los Angeles' plan to retrofit its largest gas-fired power plant.
- Changes in metallurgical coal exports from selected countries, 2025-2027 – Charts – Data & StatisticsStudy
The IEA released data tracking changes in metallurgical coal exports from key countries between 2025 and 2027.
- India's share on global warming far behind US & China: StudyStudy
A new study indicates that India's historical contribution to global warming remains significantly lower than that of the United States and China.
- Fossil fuels dependence is Europe's ‘economic Achilles' heel’
Analysis suggests that Europe's continued dependence on fossil fuels poses a significant risk to its economic stability.
- Victoria scraps plan to declare Central North renewable energy zone
The government of Victoria, Australia, has cancelled plans to designate the Central North region as a renewable energy zone.
- OPEC oil output falls in August, Reuters survey showsStudy
A Reuters survey indicates that OPEC oil production decreased during the month of August.
- SEA-LNG urges EU to protect mass-balance pathway for biomethane
The SEA-LNG industry group is lobbying the EU to maintain the mass-balance pathway for biomethane in upcoming regulations.
- Methane-cycling archaea discovered in geothermal springsStudy
Researchers have discovered methane-cycling archaea in geothermal springs, providing new insights into biological methane processes.
- The renewable energy entrepreneur now betting on gas, AI and nuclear power
A renewable energy entrepreneur is diversifying investments into natural gas, nuclear power, and AI infrastructure.
- Plans for £16m renewable energy research centre in Ayrshire scrappedReprint
A planned 16 million pound renewable energy research center in Ayrshire, Scotland, has been cancelled.
- A new deep learning model maps global methane emissions from space.Study
Google has developed a deep learning model that utilizes satellite data to map global methane emissions.
- Georgia bet big on EV manufacturing. Trump pulled the plug.
The Trump administration has reversed support for electric vehicle manufacturing in Georgia, stalling progress on clean energy infrastructure.Also: The Cool Down, The Cool Down
- Indonesian wildfire emissions surge to world's highest, data showsStudy
Data shows Indonesian wildfire emissions have reached the highest levels globally.
- Natural gas is winning AI’s power race
Rising energy demands from artificial intelligence data centers are driving increased reliance on natural gas power generation.Also: The Washington Post $
- NOAA Fisheries Takes A ‘Sharp Turn Away From Science’
The U.S. government is reportedly weakening scientific oversight at NOAA, raising concerns about the prioritization of industrial profit over environmental protection.
- Fossil Fuel-Tied PR Agency Awarded U.N. Climate Conference Contract
A PR agency with ties to the fossil fuel industry was awarded a contract for a UN climate conference.Also: DeSmog
- Attorney General Phil Weiser challenges unlawful rollback of landmark policy to fight greenhouse gas pollution
Colorado's Attorney General is legally challenging a rollback of state policies intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Indonesia records world’s highest wildfire emissions
Indonesia has recorded the world's highest wildfire-related carbon emissions, highlighting the climate impact of forest fires.
- Emissions and system-level decarbonization pathways for global petrochemical productionStudy
A new study analyzes decarbonization pathways for the global petrochemical industry to reduce its significant emissions.
- Trade wars target the energy transition
Rising international trade tensions are increasingly impacting the global deployment and supply chains of clean energy technologies.
- US states sue Trump administration for weakening endangered species protections
Several US states are suing the Trump administration over the weakening of endangered species protections.
- Petrochemical industry emissions could climb 50% by 2050, global mapping suggestsStudy
New research projects that carbon emissions from the global petrochemical industry could increase by 50% by 2050.
- Greenhouse gas emissions up slightly in the second quarter of 2026Study
Official statistics show that greenhouse gas emissions in the Netherlands rose slightly during the second quarter of 2026.
- Manitoba unveils climate action plan without specific emission-reduction targets
Manitoba released a climate action plan that lacks specific, measurable emission-reduction targets.
- US power use to beat record highs in 2026 and 2027 as AI use surges, EIA saysStudy
The EIA projects record-high US electricity demand by 2027, driven largely by the rapid expansion of data centers for artificial intelligence.Also: finchannel
- €10.9bn in free EU carbon permits for airlines fuels row over emissions trading reform
The allocation of 10.9 billion euros in free carbon permits to airlines has sparked controversy regarding EU emissions trading reforms.Also: euobserver.com
- A pipeline giant that spilled jet fuel in Pa. is trying to weaken a clean water law
A pipeline company responsible for a jet fuel spill is lobbying to weaken clean water regulations in Pennsylvania.Also: Spotlight PA, Bucks County Beacon
- As science comes under attack at UN talks, climate movement splits over how to respond
The climate movement is debating how to respond to increasing political attacks on climate science at UN negotiations.
- Polanski calls for report on ecosystem collapse to be published in full
A UK politician is demanding the release of a government report detailing how overseas ecosystem collapse threatens national security.
- 📉 Emissions from deforestation and land use have fallen 32 percent since the 2000sStudy
Global emissions resulting from deforestation and land-use changes have decreased by 32% since the 2000s.Also: warpnews.org
- Virginia kept its climate law. Dominion sees a loophole.
Dominion Energy is attempting to utilize a loophole to bypass Virginia's existing climate legislation.
- AfD victory threatens energy transition in Saxony-Anhalt
The electoral success of the AfD party in Saxony-Anhalt poses a potential threat to regional renewable energy transition efforts.
- UK grid connections reform mishandled, battery skip rates too high
The UK's grid connection reform is reportedly failing, leading to high rates of battery project cancellations.Also: ess-news.com
- Tory Shadow Chancellor Andrew Griffith’s MAGA Network
DeSmog reports on the connections between a British politician and networks promoting climate-skeptic and anti-environmental agendas.
- 5 Takeaways From Our Investigation Into China’s Massive Overseas Investments
China's massive overseas infrastructure investments through the Belt and Road Initiative are significantly shaping global carbon-intensive development patterns.
- Ukraine strikes deep into Russia’s Arctic gas heartland as Trump pushes Putin toward peace
Ukrainian drone strikes hit a major Russian natural gas facility in the Arctic, impacting a key fossil fuel infrastructure hub.
- Consumer Alert Exposes Fossil Fuel Front Groups Backing Exxon, Suncor Before Supreme Court — Follow the Money to Big Oil and Billionaire Paul Singer
A consumer watchdog report identifies front groups funded by major oil companies to influence legal proceedings.
- Little green energy growth despite billions on offer in Russia-exit plan
Despite significant funding availability, green energy growth in regions exiting Russian energy markets remains slower than anticipated.
- The US Wants Minerals from South America. Its Environmental Defenders Fear What Comes Next.
U.S. efforts to secure mineral resources in South America face opposition from environmental defenders concerned about the impacts of extraction.
- India power demand jumps 12.8% in August, coal stocks shrink: CRISILStudy
India's power demand rose 12.8% in August, leading to a reduction in coal stockpiles.Also: ET EnergyWorld
- Lakes alter the global carbon cycle: ResearchStudy
New research indicates that lakes play a significant and complex role in the global carbon cycle.Also: Down To Earth
- Chinese scientists find a hidden atomic structure that unlocks methaneStudy
Scientists have discovered an atomic structure that could improve the understanding and management of methane.
- Regulators decline to take action on leaks of methane, other gases at Baton Rouge landfill
Louisiana regulators declined to take enforcement action against a Baton Rouge landfill for ongoing methane and gas leaks.
- Two fossil states, one public bill
A legislative bill in Australia addresses the activities of two states heavily reliant on fossil fuel extraction.
- Oil's "new normal" is looking more expensive
Oil market volatility and structural changes are leading to a new, more expensive normal for energy prices.
- Questionable data center forecasts are driving up Ohio power bills
Overestimated power demand forecasts for data centers are leading to increased electricity costs for consumers in Ohio.
- Ferry plan trades sea-level protection for savings
A ferry infrastructure plan in New Zealand is being criticized for prioritizing short-term savings over necessary sea-level rise protections.
- Pennsylvania’s Energy Protectionism Adds To Renewable Standard Costs
Protectionist energy policies in Pennsylvania are reportedly increasing the costs associated with meeting renewable energy standards.
- EU's Russian energy exit faltering, auditors say
Auditors report that the European Union's efforts to phase out Russian energy imports are falling short.
- As EV rush fades, automakers pivot to multi-energy platforms
Automakers are shifting toward multi-energy platforms as the growth rate of electric vehicle demand slows.
- Iraq seeks output quota increase in OPEC+ audit, Bloomberg News reportsReprint
Iraq is reportedly seeking an increase in its oil production quota during an OPEC+ audit.
- The 2040 Energy Mandate Most Mainers Have Never Heard About
An advocacy piece criticizes a 2040 energy mandate in Maine, arguing it lacks public awareness.
- Brent crude oil rises above $100 a barrel as Middle East conflict intensifies
Brent crude oil prices exceeded $100 per barrel amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.
- Oil’s rise past $100 per barrel deepens GOP’s midterm challenge
Rising oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel are creating political challenges for the GOP ahead of midterm elections.
- Energy Department raises 2027 diesel price outlook by 33 cents amid Iran war
The U.S. Energy Department increased its 2027 diesel price forecast, citing geopolitical tensions in Iran.
- Study shows El Niño is up to 40% stronger now than in the pre-industrial eraStudy
A study indicates that El Niño events are now up to 40% stronger than they were in the pre-industrial era.Also: yoursun.com, KCBX
- Trump admin seeks to block restoration of climate change, diversity info at historical sites
The Trump administration is attempting to prevent the restoration of climate change information at historical sites.
- Plug-in Hybrids Emit 6 Times, On Average, What Official Tests Claim — New EU DataStudy
New EU data shows plug-in hybrid vehicles emit six times more carbon dioxide in real-world conditions than official laboratory tests indicate.
- Subglacial geology and thermal conditions regulate methane emissions from Svalbard glaciersStudy
A study identifies subglacial geology and thermal conditions as key regulators of methane emissions from Svalbard glaciers.
- More than 20% of global emissions linked to international trade, data showsStudy
New data indicates that international trade is responsible for more than 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions.Also: BusinessGreen, BusinessGreen
- Singkil peat swamp: The embattled orangutan capital of the world
The Singkil peat swamp in Indonesia is being cleared and drained, threatening a critical carbon sink and orangutan habitat.
- Increase in global warming potential of atmospheric black carbon since 1750Study
A study finds that the global warming potential of atmospheric black carbon has increased since 1750.
- Nike shareholders reject climate proposal backed by Norway wealth fund
Nike shareholders rejected a climate proposal supported by Norway's sovereign wealth fund.Also: Reuters, The Mighty 790 KFGO
- US Proposes to Slash Costs for Energy Drillers on Federal Lands
The U.S. government proposed reducing costs for energy companies drilling on federal lands.Also: EnergyNow.com
- Tories launch bid to revoke ZEV mandate as Labour and EV industry hit back
UK Conservative politicians have launched an effort to revoke the zero-emission vehicle mandate, drawing opposition from the government and industry.
- Federal lawsuit alleges UW president stifled climate education in former role at West Point
A federal lawsuit alleges that the University of Wyoming president suppressed climate education during his previous tenure at West Point.
- Global livestock emissions burden society with costs as high as USD 2.1 trillion every yearStudy
A report estimates that global livestock emissions impose annual societal costs of up to USD 2.1 trillion.
- Just Two Of The UK’s Planned AI Datacenters Will Emit More Carbon Than ExxonMobil
Proposed AI data centers in the UK are projected to generate higher carbon emissions than the total output of ExxonMobil.
- Investors warned of legal, financial risks in Canada’s fossil fuel expansion drive
Investors are being warned about the financial and legal risks associated with Canada's continued expansion of fossil fuel projects.Also: EnviroNews Nigeria
- China’s industrial engine starts to break its fossil fuel habitReprint
China is increasing its deployment of wind and solar energy, helping to offset its reliance on coal-fired power generation.
- Global trade accounted for 35% of the EU's carbon footprint in 2023, study findsStudy
A new study finds that international trade accounts for 35% of the European Union's total carbon footprint.
- Oil stocks in US Strategic Petroleum Reserve fall by 1.2 million barrels to lowest level since 1982
U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve stocks dropped by 1.2 million barrels, reaching their lowest level since 1982.Also: Reuters
- Unregulated Mining Raises Alarm Over Glacier Melting in Chitral
Unregulated mining activities in Chitral are raising concerns about their role in accelerating local glacier melt.
- EU faces complaint over plan to simplify more environmental laws
The EU faces a formal complaint regarding its plans to simplify and potentially weaken existing environmental regulations.Also: Reuters
- NT greenhouse emissions have doubled over 20 years
Greenhouse gas emissions in the Northern Territory have doubled over the past two decades.
- An IMEDEA study measures methane and nitrous oxide emissions in the Balearic sea for the first timeStudy
A study by IMEDEA provides the first measurements of methane and nitrous oxide emissions in the Balearic Sea.
- Plug-In Hybrids May Be Much Dirtier Than Advertised
New findings suggest that plug-in hybrid vehicles may produce significantly higher real-world emissions than official manufacturer claims.
- Sacramento RT to buy new natural gas buses, delaying zero-emission transition
Sacramento Regional Transit is purchasing new natural gas buses, delaying its planned transition to a zero-emission fleet.
- Germany risks potential winter gas shortage due low storage levels, lobby group says
A lobby group warns that Germany faces a potential winter gas shortage due to low storage levels.
- EU Imports Drive 35% of Carbon Footprint Abroad, New Tracker Shows - News and StatisticsReprint
Research indicates that imports are responsible for over a third of the EU's total carbon emissions.
- ENERPARC AG Files For Insolvency, Operations Of 5.5 GW Solar Portfolio Continue
ENERPARC AG has filed for insolvency, though operations for its 5.5 gigawatt solar portfolio are expected to continue.
- EV Tax Breaks Could Cost Govt Rs. 150 Billion A Year
A report estimates that proposed tax breaks for electric vehicles in Pakistan could result in significant annual government revenue losses.
- Argentina initiates sanction proceedings against 60 people and companies over Falklands oil exploration
Argentina is sanctioning companies and individuals involved in unauthorized oil exploration activities near the Falkland Islands.Also: starcitytv.com
- Drivers in for more pain as oil rockets back toward $100 per barrel
Rising oil prices approaching $100 per barrel are expected to increase fuel costs for drivers.
- Ledger-Based Carbon Accounting for the Natural Gas Supply ChainStudy
A new report proposes ledger-based carbon accounting methods for the natural gas supply chain.Also: Bipartisan Policy Center
- Azerbaijan to develop roadmap for reducing methane emissions in agriculture - CCACReprint
Azerbaijan is developing a national roadmap to reduce methane emissions within its agricultural sector.
- Global greenhouse gas emissions hit record high despite cuts by major emittersReprint
Global greenhouse gas emissions reached a record high in 2025 despite emission reductions by several major economies.
- China’s clean energy surge is starting to squeeze out coal
Rapid growth in China's clean energy capacity is meeting rising electricity demand while simultaneously reducing the country's reliance on coal power.
- 2026 Report: Renewables Cover 99% of Electricity Growth, but Emissions Remain StagnantStudy
A 2026 report finds that while renewables account for nearly all electricity growth, global emissions have not yet declined.
- Copernicus Fire Emissions Watch maps wildfire emissions worldwideStudy
The Copernicus Fire Emissions Watch is now tracking and mapping global wildfire carbon emissions.Also: Innovation News Network
- India contributes 0.05°C to global warming; Recent energy boom and farming driving emissionsStudy
Research attributes 0.05°C of global warming to India, driven primarily by recent energy expansion and agricultural emissions.
- Inexpensive blue pigment enables efficient one-step conversion of carbon dioxide to methaneStudy
Researchers developed a new pigment that enables the efficient conversion of atmospheric carbon dioxide into methane.
- Nigeria’s Methane Data Exposes Oil Firms’ Reporting Gaps
An analysis of methane data in Nigeria reveals significant discrepancies in emissions reporting by oil and gas companies.
- New Zealand introduces statutory bar on climate change-related torts, Gaura Moodley
New Zealand has enacted legislation that restricts the ability to bring tort claims related to climate change.
- Trump Administration, Qatar Say EU Methane Rules Threaten Energy Security
The US and Qatar are challenging EU methane regulations, arguing that the rules negatively impact global energy security.Also: EnergyNow.com
- ‘Gaslit On Gas’? Report Finds Government Communications Fuelling Climate Misinformation
A report claims that New Zealand government communications are actively spreading misinformation regarding natural gas.Also: Waatea News
- Canada’s mining future comes with a hidden carbon cost
Analysis suggests that Canada's expanding mining sector carries significant, often overlooked, carbon costs.
- Toyota urges Vietnam to give hybrid vehicles priority in low-emission zones
Toyota is lobbying the Vietnamese government to provide preferential treatment for hybrid vehicles in low-emission zones.
- Pacific climate campaigners condemn Australia’s 30-year Saraji coal mine expansionReprint
Pacific climate activists are protesting the approval of a 30-year coal mine expansion project in Australia.
- Steve Marshall helps sink New York's $75 billion climate 'penalty' on coal, oil and gas producersReprint
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall led a legal effort to block a New York climate penalty on fossil fuel companies.
- Why Is the "Carbon Budget" Warning Shaking Climate Policy?Clickbait
An overview of how carbon budget constraints are increasingly influencing global climate policy and economic planning.
- Youth group condemns Australia’s coal project expansion, alleges climate hypocrisy
A youth group criticizes Australia's expansion of coal projects, citing climate concerns.Also: Peoples Gazette Nigeria
- Author Correction: Tree species richness relates to long-term forest photosynthesis increaseStudy
A correction has been issued for a study regarding the relationship between tree species richness and forest photosynthesis rates.
- Environmental Damage and Billion-Dollar Market: How Zefiro Methane Outshines BP and Baker Hughes in US Drill SitesClickbait
A financial article compares the methane abatement strategies of Zefiro Methane against major oil companies like BP.
- ACT pledges to scrap country's net zero target
New Zealand's ACT party has pledged to abandon the country's net-zero emissions target if elected.
- WATCH: ACT announces climate policy - scrap Net Zero, cut carbon tax
The ACT party announced plans to scrap New Zealand's net-zero target and eliminate the carbon tax.
- ACT announces climate policy: Scrap Net Zero, introduce climate tax return, restore subsidies for emitters
The ACT party's climate policy includes ending net-zero goals, introducing tax returns, and restoring subsidies for emitters.
- TUM study on cars’ carbon footprint: EU rewards China’s coal powerStudy
A Technical University of Munich study suggests EU vehicle policies inadvertently incentivize the use of coal-powered electricity in China.Also: Table.Briefings
- Florida Is Forcing Textbook Publishers to Remove Climate Change Content
Florida state authorities are requiring textbook publishers to remove content related to climate change.
- DeSantis pledged millions for restoring reef ‘then pulled the rug from under us’
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis faces criticism for withdrawing previously pledged funding for coral reef restoration projects.Also: Miami Herald
- Weaponizing Climate Uncertainty: Climate Disinformation as a Hybrid ThreatStudy
A report examines how climate-related disinformation is being used as a strategic tool to undermine security and policy.
- Emissions from the fashion industry exceed Japan’s carbon footprint and are rising every year
The global fashion industry's annual carbon emissions now exceed the total national footprint of Japan and continue to rise.
- Act wants to scrap net zero, tie emissions cap to big trading partners
New Zealand's ACT party proposes repealing the Zero Carbon Act and abandoning national net zero emissions targets.Also: NZ Herald
- ACT proposes repealing Zero Carbon Act, scrapping net zero emissions target
New Zealand's ACT party proposes repealing the Zero Carbon Act and abandoning national net zero emissions targets.
- ACT unveils election climate policy, vows to scrap net zero target and repeal Zero Carbon Act
The ACT party has officially included the repeal of New Zealand's Zero Carbon Act in its election platform.
- OPEC+ keeps oil output policy unchanged for OctoberReprint
OPEC+ has decided to maintain its current oil production levels for the month of October.
- Vehicle CO₂ emission prediction based on firefly with ant colony optimization tuned long short-term memory modelStudy
Researchers developed a new computational model using ant colony optimization to predict vehicle carbon dioxide emissions.Also: Nature Climate Change $
- A hard-won rule to cut chemical plant pollution is being unraveled
Regulatory efforts to limit pollution from chemical plants are currently facing legislative or administrative rollbacks.
- Queensland dumps electric bus plan to order 630 diesel vehicles
The Queensland government has cancelled plans for electric buses in favor of purchasing 630 diesel vehicles.
- The Cost of Our AC Habits: More Global Warming
Increased reliance on air conditioning contributes to global warming through energy consumption and refrigerant use.Also: newser.com
- How Your Car's MPG And Greenhouse Gas Emissions Are Related, According To The EPA
The EPA explains the direct correlation between vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions.Also: Jalopnik
- Indonesia leans on coal for industryReprint
Indonesia continues to rely heavily on coal power to support its growing industrial sector.
- Solar farm project faces lawsuit from Zeeland Township
A proposed solar farm project in Michigan is facing legal challenges from local township officials.
- WWF accuses Government of climate ‘misinformation’
The WWF has formally accused the government of spreading misinformation regarding climate change policies.
- Toyota urges Vietnam to allow hybrid vehicles in future LEZs in Ho Chi Minh City
Toyota is lobbying Vietnamese officials to include hybrid vehicles in Ho Chi Minh City's upcoming low-emission zone regulations.
- UN: Limiting Global Warming to 1.5°C Is Becoming UnattainableReprint
A UN report warns that the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C is becoming increasingly difficult to achieve.
- Global Maritime Decarbonisation Stalls Despite the Accelerating Impact of Climate Change
International Maritime Organization negotiations on shipping decarbonization have stalled due to opposition from fossil-fuel-producing nations.Also: CleanTechnica
- China Oil Consumption Drops 9% in Q2 2026: EVs and Electric Trucks Drive Historic Decline - News and StatisticsStudy
China's oil consumption dropped by 9% in Q2 2026, driven largely by the rapid adoption of electric vehicles.
- Some climate damage irreversible, historical emitters must act: UNEP India head
A UNEP official emphasizes that some climate damage is irreversible and calls for accountability from historical emitters.Also: dtnext.in
- Lakes aren't just storing water—they're changing the carbon cycleStudy
New research indicates that lakes play a more active and complex role in the global carbon cycle than previously understood.Also: Phys.org
- Climate action keeps stalling, and scientists think they know why
Researchers are investigating the systemic and psychological barriers that continue to stall global climate action.
- Fashion’s climate emissions increased almost 14% over two yearsStudy
A new report finds that carbon emissions from the global fashion industry grew by nearly 14% over the past two years.Also: The Economic Times
- TSLA, RIVN, LCID Fall After Trump Repeals Foundational Scientific Finding Supporting EV TransitionReprint
Electric vehicle stocks declined following reports of the Trump administration repealing scientific findings that support the EV transition.
- NY's climate superfund law has been struck down. Is NJ's bill now in trouble?
The invalidation of New York's climate superfund law raises questions about the future of similar legislation in New Jersey.
- West Point Professor says he's being pushed out for teaching human-caused climate change
A West Point professor alleges he is being forced out for teaching the reality of human-caused climate change.
- Mumbai: BMC To Appoint NEERI For ₹3.01-Crore Study On Methane, Air Pollution At Kanjurmarg Dumping Ground
Mumbai authorities are commissioning a study to measure methane emissions and air pollution at a local dumping ground.Also: The Times of India
- Finolex Cables submits FY26 BRSR report; Scope 1 emissions fall 23%Study
Finolex Cables reported a 23% reduction in Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions in its latest business responsibility report.
- GMDC files FY26 BRSR; GHG emissions rise 175% to 4,38,869 tCO2eStudy
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation reported a 175% increase in greenhouse gas emissions in its latest fiscal report.
- Climate activists stage huge protest over 'outrageous' reports of Jackdaw approval
Activists staged protests following reports of government approval for the Jackdaw gas field project.
- Jackdaw gasfield set to be approved by ministers this month, sources say
The UK government is reportedly preparing to approve new North Sea oil and gas drilling projects.
- Trump Clean Energy Tax Credit Cutoff Drives Project Rush as Prices Set to Soar
Developers are rushing to complete clean energy projects before potential cuts to federal tax credits occur.
- Fewer US Water Bodies Would Be Protected Under New Trump Proposal
A new Trump administration proposal would reduce the number of US water bodies protected under federal environmental regulations.
- The Solar Farm-to-Data Center Switcheroo Hits a Snag
A federal appeals board has stayed a project that would have swapped solar-farm land for a data center on federal property.
- China’s Carbon Emissions Drop on Shrinking Oil DemandStudy
China's carbon emissions have declined as a result of a significant reduction in national oil demand.
- Why States Are Cutting Back on Their Climate Goals
Several U.S. states are scaling back climate goals due to political pressure and economic concerns regarding emissions targets.
- Texas A&M System removes courses on LGBTQ, ethnic studies and climate change from core offerings
The Texas A&M University system has removed climate change and other specific topics from its core curriculum requirements.
- THE FACTS: Canada’s Share of Global CO₂ Emissions – What You Need to Know
An analysis breaks down Canada's contribution to global carbon dioxide emissions and the context of its climate policy.Also: EnergyNow
- Alliance for Automotive Innovation begs Congress to stop automotive innovation
The automotive industry is lobbying Congress to oppose regulations that would accelerate the transition to cleaner vehicles.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Announce MOU Implementation Agreement, Moving a West Coast Oil Pipeline ForwardReprint
Canadian officials signed an agreement to advance a West Coast oil pipeline project.
- Another NJ Labor Group Comes Out Strong Against Climate Superfund Act
A New Jersey labor group has publicly opposed the state's proposed Climate Superfund Act.
- Slight drop in traffic emissions as more electric cars hit Dutch roadways
Traffic-related emissions in the Netherlands have slightly decreased as the number of electric vehicles on the road increases.
- Cratering oil use in China shows the death spiral that could end oil
A significant drop in Chinese oil consumption suggests the country may have passed peak oil demand, potentially impacting global markets.
- Mexico-Brazil oil deal raises concern for ecosystems and energy transition
A new oil partnership between Brazil and Mexico raises concerns about long-term fossil fuel reliance and environmental risks.
- VW to cut 100k jobs and may stop building EVs at 4 plants
Volkswagen plans to cut 100,000 jobs and may halt electric vehicle production at four German plants.
- UN sets out narrow path back to 1.5C warming after inevitable overshootReprint
UN scientists state that warming must peak at 1.8C to allow for a return to 1.5C, but current policies remain insufficient.
- How to Understand America’s Gigantic Natural Gas Buildout
Major tech companies are planning massive new natural gas-powered data centers in Texas and Ohio to meet energy demands.Also: Heatmap $
- Analysis: China’s CO2 emissions fall in Q2 2026 due to plummeting oil useStudy
China's CO2 emissions decreased by 1% in the second quarter of 2026, driven primarily by a sharp decline in oil consumption.Also: CleanTechnica
- Chevron's expansion in Venezuela has implications for the oil industry and the planet
Chevron's expansion of oil operations in Venezuela carries significant implications for the global energy industry and climate goals.
- Wind energy benefits North Dakota. So why has the state soured on it?
North Dakota is experiencing a shift in public sentiment against wind energy despite the economic benefits the industry provides to the state.Also: Mother Jones
- Chevron to expand in Venezuela, days after the U.S. and Venezuela strike oil dealReprint
Chevron is expanding its oil footprint in Venezuela following a new agreement between the U.S. and the Venezuelan government.
- California declines to fund its biggest virtual power plant
The California administration has blocked funding for the state's largest virtual power plant program in the finalized budget.
- New York Climate ‘Superfund’ Law Falls in Court
A court struck down a New York law requiring energy companies to pay $75 billion for climate damages, citing federal preemption.
August 2026
- Forever Chemicals Want a Piece of the Data Center Boom
Chemical companies are seeking approval to manufacture new fluorinated compounds for use in the expanding data center industry.
- The U.S.-Venezuela oil deal won't lower your gas prices. Here's what you need to know
Energy experts express skepticism that a new U.S.-Venezuela oil deal will impact domestic gas prices.
- West Point’s only climate scientist fired after continuing to teach human causes of climate change
A climate scientist at West Point was fired after teaching the human causes of climate change.Also: The Cool Down
- America's big but uncertain gas boomStudy
Rising electricity demand from AI data centers is driving a significant expansion of natural gas power plants, threatening decarbonization goals.
- The rush to power data centers is weakening the Clean Air Act
The high energy demands of data centers are creating regulatory challenges for the Clean Air Act.
- Despite African walkout, fractious land COP ends without drought dealReprint
Negotiations for a drought protocol at the UN land summit failed, resulting in a two-year delay.
- On Louisiana’s disappearing coast, a natural gas terminal is poised to become the largest in the US
A major natural gas terminal is planned for the Louisiana coast, raising concerns about fossil fuel expansion.
- Battle over cleaning up shipping set to resume at London talksReprint
The US and Saudi Arabia are pushing for a less ambitious shipping decarbonization framework ahead of upcoming talks.
- West Point Climate Professor Says He Was Fired for Refusing to ‘Defy Science’
A West Point climate professor is suing the military academy after being fired for his scientific stance.
- As Ohio grapples with fake comments on clean energy, some want crackdown
Ohio regulators are facing pressure to address the influx of fake public comments intended to block renewable energy projects.
- New Zealand moves to protect business with law curtailing climate litigationReprint
New Zealand has introduced legislation that would shield corporations from lawsuits regarding climate damage caused by their emissions.
- Trump turns $500M grant for clean steel into funding for coal furnace
The Trump administration repurposed a $500 million clean-steel grant to fund upgrades for a coal-fueled blast furnace at a Cleveland-Cliffs facility.
- Solar and storage still dominate US power plant constructionStudy
Despite recent federal policy rollbacks and new tariffs on solar, renewable energy projects continue to dominate new U.S. power plant construction.
- Scientists discover a natural Arctic cloud factory missing from climate modelsStudy
Scientists identified a natural Arctic process that boosts cloud formation, which is currently missing from climate models.
- Why land-use emissions have fallen by a third this century – in six chartsStudy
Emissions from land-use changes, such as deforestation and peatland loss, have declined by one-third this century.
- Q&A: What does China’s 15th five-year plan for coal mean for climate action?
China's new five-year plan for coal provides critical insight into the nation's future climate and energy strategy.
- New coal mine openings slow as East Asian demand plateausReprint
Global growth in new coal mine capacity is slowing, though total planned production continues to rise.
- Report confirms record-high greenhouse gases, global sea level and ocean heat in 2025Study
The AMS State of the Climate report finds CO2 averaged 425.6 ppm and fossil-fuel emissions reached a record 10.3 billion tonnes of carbon in 2025.
- Pushing the climate crisis: How advertising fuels high-carbon lifestyles
Advertising industries continue to promote high-carbon lifestyles like flying and meat consumption with minimal regulation or green accountability.
- “We’ve gone backwards” – new plastics treaty text dims hopes for production curbs
Negotiations for a global plastics treaty are stalling as fossil fuel-producing nations resist mandates to curb plastic production.
- In North Carolina, rooftop solar is alive and well despite headwinds
North Carolina's rooftop solar industry faces challenges following the state's elimination of a key federal tax credit.
- Trump launched big new solar tariffs. Here's what it means.
The White House has imposed new tariffs on imported solar components, which are expected to increase installation costs while aiming to boost domestic manufacturing.
- Oil Market Report – October 2026Study
The IEA publishes its monthly report on global oil market conditions for October 2026.
- Oil Market Report – October 2026Study
The IEA's monthly report details global oil market trends, production, and demand dynamics.
- Trump is blocking billions of dollars of grants that would fix the grid
The administration has terminated federal grants for grid improvement projects, forcing utilities to cancel infrastructure upgrades.
- Ohio steel giant aims to use Biden climate funds for polluting project
Cleveland-Cliffs plans to use federal climate funds for a project that maintains coal-based technology rather than transitioning to cleaner steelmaking.
- Quarter of countries still missing UN climate plans 18 months after deadline
Forty-five nations have missed the deadline to submit updated national climate plans to the UN, violating Paris Agreement commitments.
- China’s coal power rebounds as record clean energy goes to wasteStudy
Long-term contracts for coal power in China are crowding out renewable energy despite record-breaking clean energy capacity.
- Santa Marta coalition tested as co-chair Colombia turns back to fossil fuels
Colombia's shift back toward fossil fuel support tests the stability of an international anti-fossil fuel coalition.
- Scientists detect a sharp acceleration in global warmingStudy
Researchers report that global warming has accelerated to 0.35°C per decade over the last ten years.
July 2026
- Trump admin bans ‘new’ foreign-made inverters. What does that mean?
The Trump administration's ban on foreign-made power inverters threatens to delay numerous planned solar, wind, and battery projects.
- EPA proposals to keep Indiana coal going would threaten drinking water
Proposed Indiana state policies aimed at extending the life of coal plants are raising concerns about potential threats to local water supplies.
- “Do we have the appetite?” – Shell’s fear of Niger Delta clean-up costs revealed
Internal documents reveal Shell's concerns regarding the financial liability of cleaning up oil spills in Nigeria before selling assets.
- Earth has a natural thermostat and scientists finally know how it worksStudy
Scientists identified a long-term feedback loop where sea-level changes regulate phosphate levels and carbon burial in the ocean.
- A 37-year soil experiment revealed a hidden climate threatStudy
A 37-year soil experiment shows that warming causes microbes to release previously stable soil carbon into the atmosphere.
- Trees keep absorbing carbon long after they stop growingStudy
Oak trees continue to absorb carbon dioxide after their growth period ends, suggesting forests may have higher carbon sequestration potential than previously thought.
- Climate scientist who “proved” humanity is warming Earth says government report got it wrong
Climate scientist Benjamin Santer disputes a government report that misrepresented his research on human-caused atmospheric warming.
June 2026
- Beyond Denial: How Oil Execs Shaped a Landmark Climate Study
An investigation reveals how oil industry executives influenced the findings of a foundational climate study.
- False Promises: Why carbon capture and storage won’t fix our climate crisisClickbait
This opinion piece argues that carbon capture and storage technologies are ineffective solutions for the climate crisis.
- Hidden geological process offsets carbon emissions from thawing permafrostStudy
Thawing permafrost can trigger rock weathering that absorbs enough CO2 to potentially offset greenhouse gas emissions from rivers.
- Gender emissions gap: Rich white men’s jobs, diets and hobbies found to be ‘bad for the planet’
A study finds that the lifestyles and consumption habits of wealthy men contribute disproportionately to global greenhouse gas emissions.
- Trump Administration to Dismantle Ocean Monitoring System
The Trump administration moved to dismantle critical ocean monitoring systems used to track climate data.
May 2026
- Trump administration aims to roll back limits on toxic wastewater from coal-fired power plants
The Trump administration proposed rolling back regulations on toxic wastewater discharge from coal-fired power plants.
- Tackling methane emissions would strengthen energy security amid crisisStudy
The Global Methane Tracker 2026 finds fossil-fuel methane emissions stayed near record highs in 2025, around 124 million tonnes, despite cheap fixes.Also: Health Policy Watch
April 2026
- Inside That Weird Anti-Science Conference Where Trump’s EPA Chief Delivered the Keynote
A report details the participation of a former EPA chief in a conference promoting climate science denial.
- Trump’s EPA Chief Delivers the Keynote at a Conference of Climate Change Deniers
A former EPA administrator delivered a keynote address at a conference featuring climate change deniers.
- Climate Denial Comes to Washington
This analysis examines the political shift toward climate denial within Washington institutions.
- “Economic Civil War”: States Push Laws to Shield Oil and Gas Companies From Accountability
Several states are passing legislation designed to protect oil and gas companies from climate-related legal accountability.
- Florida communities with highest climate change risk face new Tallahassee hurdles
Florida state policies are creating new obstacles for local communities attempting to address climate change risks.
March 2026
- AI’s arrival complicates Big Tech climate goals, and some worry it’s locking in more fossil fuels
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence is increasing energy demand, potentially hindering Big Tech's ability to meet climate goals and transition from fossil fuels.
- Trump Officials Claim They Gutted This $400 Billion Climate Program. They Didn’t
An investigation reveals that claims by Trump-era officials regarding the termination of a major climate program were inaccurate.
- Why global warming is accelerating and what it means for the future
This analysis explains the mechanisms driving the current acceleration of global warming and its long-term implications.
- Emissions – Electricity 2026 – AnalysisStudy
The IEA released an analysis report on electricity sector emissions trends through 2026.
- Emissions – Electricity 2026 – AnalysisStudy
The IEA published an analysis regarding emissions trends within the electricity sector.
February 2026
- DOE climate report 'demonstrably incorrect', say scientists in new analysisStudy
Scientists published an analysis challenging the accuracy of a recent Department of Energy climate report.
- Trump administration eases limits on coal plants for emitting mercury, other toxinsReprint
The Trump administration has eased federal regulations limiting mercury and other toxic emissions from coal-fired power plants.
- Trump’s EPA revokes scientific finding that underpinned US fight against climate change
The EPA has revoked the scientific endangerment finding that served as the legal basis for federal climate change regulations.
- Trump's EPA revokes the "endangerment finding" on greenhouse gases, a major reversal in climate policy. Here's what to know
The EPA has officially revoked the endangerment finding for greenhouse gases, marking a significant shift in U.S. climate policy.
- Trump just blew up a load-bearing pillar of climate regulation in the US. What happens now?
An analysis examines the legal and regulatory implications of the EPA's decision to revoke the endangerment finding.
- The Trump administration calls its climate change policy shift the ‘largest deregulatory action’ in history—but experts say the impact will be limited
Experts evaluate the potential real-world impact of the Trump administration's major deregulatory actions regarding climate policy.
- EPA to repeal landmark finding that climate change endangers the public
The EPA plans to repeal its finding that climate change endangers public health, reversing a key regulatory foundation for climate policy.
- Under GOP Pressure, Federal Agency Pulls Climate Change Chapter From Official Manual for U.S. Judges
A federal agency removed a climate change chapter from a judicial manual following political pressure from Republican lawmakers.
- US’s largest public utility says it now doesn’t want to close two coal-fired plants
The largest U.S. public utility has reversed its decision to retire two coal-fired power plants.
January 2026
- Electricity prices increase during gas hours
Ember reports on the correlation between electricity price increases and periods of high gas-fired power generation.
- Electricity prices increase during gas hours
Ember reports on the correlation between electricity price spikes and periods of high natural gas usage.
- A critical climate trend just reversed—driven by crypto and data centers
Rising energy demands from cryptocurrency mining and data centers are reversing progress in reducing carbon emissions.
- Trump is repurposing clean energy funds to revive coal power
The Trump administration is redirecting federal clean energy funding to support coal power projects.
December 2025
- Trump Administration Plans to Break Up Premier Weather and Climate Research Center
The Trump administration plans to dismantle a major federal center dedicated to weather and climate research.
- UN environment report 'hijacked' by US and others over fossil fuels, top scientist says
A top scientist alleges that the U.S. and other nations influenced a UN environmental report to downplay fossil fuel impacts.
November 2025
- World will overshoot 1.5C climate goal, UN saysStudy
The United Nations reports that the world is on track to exceed the 1.5C global warming limit.
September 2025
- Scientists Denounce Trump Administration’s Climate Report
Scientists have publicly criticized a climate report released by the Trump administration.
July 2025
- Trump Hires Scientists Who Doubt the Consensus on Climate Change
The incoming U.S. administration has appointed scientists who dispute the scientific consensus on climate change.
January 2025
- BCOMXETR:IND | Bloomberg ExEnergy Subindex Total Return | Indices | Bloomberg Professional ServicesStudy
Bloomberg provides data for a commodity subindex that excludes energy sector assets.
- BCOMXETR:IND | Bloomberg ExEnergy Subindex Total Return | Indices | Bloomberg Professional ServicesStudy
Bloomberg provides data for a commodity index that excludes energy sector components.
December 2024
- BCOMCAT:IND | Bloomberg Commodity Carbon Tilted Index Total Return | Indices | Bloomberg Professional ServicesStudy
Bloomberg provides data for a commodity index that adjusts for carbon emissions intensity.
July 2024
- Oil companiesClickbait
This is a general topic page for news regarding oil companies.
June 2024
- There is more carbon dioxide than ever in the atmosphere. That’s bad for the climate
Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have reached a new record high.
May 2024
- What Trump promised oil CEOs as he asked them to steer $1 billion to his campaign
Donald Trump reportedly solicited $1 billion in campaign funding from oil executives in exchange for favorable policy changes.
June 2023
- Climate change activists ignoring crucial factor behind wildfires, Trump admin secretary says
A former Trump administration official argues that forest management, rather than climate change, is the primary driver of recent wildfires.
- Right-Wing Media Is Saying the Wildfire Smoke Is Good, Actually
Media analysis examines how right-wing outlets are downplaying the severity of wildfire smoke and its connection to climate change.
March 2023
- There Will Soon Be More Concrete Than Biomass on Earth
Global cement production remains a significant source of CO2 emissions as the volume of concrete on Earth continues to rise.
August 2021
- Humans have pushed the climate into ‘unprecedented’ territory, landmark U.N. report findsStudy
A U.N. report finds that human activity has pushed the climate into unprecedented territory.
- Exxon suspended from climate advocacy group it helped form
ExxonMobil was suspended from a climate advocacy group following reports on its lobbying activities.
- Overnight Energy: Climate alliance suspends Exxon over lobbyist comments | Interior says 35 agency staffers have died from COVID-19 | More than 400 groups ask Biden to appoint environmentalist to energy panelReprint
ExxonMobil's suspension from a climate alliance is noted alongside other political and environmental updates.
- Facebook let fossil-fuel industry push climate misinformation, report finds
A report finds Facebook allowed fossil fuel companies to promote climate misinformation on its platform.
- 2020 heat wave revealed new source of Arctic methane emissions: studyStudy
A study identifies a previously unknown source of Arctic methane emissions linked to a 2020 heat wave.
- Bipartisan infrastructure bill leaves out key climate and clean energy steps
The bipartisan infrastructure bill excludes several major climate and clean energy policy proposals.
- Earth's energy imbalance removes almost all doubt from human-made climate changeStudy
New data on Earth's energy imbalance provides further evidence confirming human activity as the driver of climate change.
July 2021
- ‘Gathering Storm’: How ‘Rogue’ Companies are Buying up North Sea Oil and Gas
An investigation reveals how companies are acquiring North Sea oil and gas assets to continue fossil fuel extraction.
- Washington’s Oil Lobby Pivoted on Climate Change—and Made No One Happy
The oil industry's shift in climate lobbying strategy has failed to satisfy either environmentalists or industry allies.
October 2020
- Oil lobby launches swing-state ad push in final stretch to Election Day
The oil industry is launching targeted advertising campaigns in swing states ahead of the upcoming election.
- Elite Law Firms Are Helping the Fossil Fuel Industry Fry the Planet
This opinion piece criticizes elite law firms for providing legal services to fossil fuel companies.
September 2020
- The Trump Administration Hid Polar Bear Research That Could Threaten Its Plan to Drill the Arctic
The Trump administration suppressed scientific research on polar bears that could have hindered plans for oil drilling in the Arctic.
- Trump official stalls polar bear study that could affect oil drilling in Alaska
A Trump administration official has delayed the release of a polar bear study relevant to Arctic oil drilling decisions.
- In an Odd Twist, Cleaner Air in China May Mean a Warmer Earth
Reductions in air pollution in China may inadvertently contribute to short-term warming by removing cooling aerosol particles from the atmosphere.
- https://www.esrl.noaa.gov/gmd/ccgg/trends/Study
NOAA provides updated trends on atmospheric carbon dioxide levels measured at the Mauna Loa Observatory.
- Global Monitoring LaboratoryStudy
NOAA's Global Monitoring Laboratory tracks atmospheric gases and factors that influence the Earth's climate.
- https://www.co2levels.org/Study
This resource tracks historical and current global atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations.
- https://www.esrl.noaa.gov/gmd/ccgg/trends_ch4/Study
NOAA provides data and trends regarding atmospheric methane concentrations.
- After Calling for Climate Action, US Chamber of Commerce Pushes Pro-Fossil Fuel Agenda
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is facing criticism for lobbying against climate-friendly policies despite public statements supporting climate action.
- Very Strong Atmospheric Methane Growth in the 4 Years 2014–2017: Implications for the Paris AgreementStudy
A study documents a significant increase in atmospheric methane between 2014 and 2017, complicating Paris Agreement targets.
- Anger as Brazil revokes mangrove protection regulations
Brazil has revoked environmental regulations that previously protected mangrove forests, which are critical carbon sinks.
- U.S. Emission Reductions Slowed After Trump Pulled Out Of Paris Accord
U.S. greenhouse gas emission reductions slowed following the federal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.
- Surprise, Big Oil Has the Same Lawyers as Big Tobacco
An investigation reveals that major fossil fuel companies are utilizing the same legal firms previously employed by the tobacco industry.
- Soaring Amazon deforestation splits Brazil's agriculture lobby
Rising deforestation rates in the Amazon are causing internal divisions within Brazil's powerful agriculture lobby.
- New rule may strip pollution protections from popular lakes
A proposed regulatory change could remove federal pollution protections from numerous lakes and waterways.
- Exxon Touts Carbon Capture as a Climate Fix, but Uses It to Maximize Profit and Keep Oil Flowing
ExxonMobil's carbon capture strategy is primarily utilized to enhance oil extraction rather than reduce net emissions.
- Trump Administration Moves To Expand Development In Alaska's Tongass National Forest
The Trump administration is moving to open portions of Alaska's Tongass National Forest to increased industrial development.
- Trump Appoints Pair of Climate Science Deniers to NOAA While Climate-Fueled Fires and Storms Rage
The Trump administration appointed two climate science skeptics to leadership positions at NOAA amid ongoing climate-driven extreme weather events.
- Trump administration proposes allowing new roads in Alaska's Tongass forestReprint
The Trump administration has proposed a rule change to allow new road construction within the Tongass National Forest.
- Trump administration advances plan to cut protections for largest national forest
The Trump administration is advancing a plan to reduce environmental protections for the Tongass National Forest in Alaska.
- Global, Regional, and National Fossil-Fuel CO2EmissionsStudy
This dataset provides comprehensive historical records of global and national fossil-fuel carbon dioxide emissions.
- In secret tapes, mine executives detail their sway over leaders from Juneau to the White House
Leaked recordings reveal mining executives discussing their influence over government officials regarding environmental regulations.
- https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/global-greenhouse-gas-emissions-data#TrendsStudy
The EPA maintains updated data and trends regarding global greenhouse gas emissions.
- White House recommends Ryan Maue, meteorologist and critic of dire climate predictions, for NOAA chief scientist
The White House has recommended a climate change skeptic for the position of chief scientist at NOAA.
- There Are 100 Companies Responsible for Climate Change, Activist Says
An activist report identifies 100 companies responsible for the majority of global industrial greenhouse gas emissions.
- Pinpointing climate change's role in extreme weather
This report examines the scientific methods used to attribute specific extreme weather events to climate change.
- How the oil industry made us doubt climate change
The oil industry historically funded campaigns to cast doubt on climate science to protect its business interests.
- This Billionaire Governor’s Coal Company Might Get a Big Break From His Own Regulators
A governor's coal company faces potential regulatory leniency from agencies under his own administration.
- Conspiracies Add Fuel To An Already Challenging Wildfire Season
Conspiracy theories regarding the origins of wildfires are complicating official emergency response efforts.
- Trump White House recruited climate science critics to work at NOAA
The White House appointed individuals skeptical of mainstream climate science to key positions within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
- The evidence is compelling on human activity as the principal cause of global warming
Scientific consensus confirms that human activity is the primary driver of current global warming trends.
- The video origin of the myth that global warming is good for agriculture
Researchers trace the origins of the persistent myth that global warming is beneficial for agricultural production.
August 2020
- Hurricanes, fires, floods and locusts: Science says climate change is here but the RNC refuses to believeClickbait
This report contrasts scientific data on extreme weather events with the political platform of the Republican National Committee.
August 2019
- Deforestation, Agriculture, and Diet Are Fuelling the Climate Crisis
An analysis discusses how land-use changes, agricultural practices, and dietary habits contribute to global greenhouse gas emissions.