Here’s What Happened At The Year’s Biggest Climate Talks
“I think there’s going to be a reckoning next year,” said one climate expert.
Ryan Zinke Is Quitting As Interior Department Secretary Amid Ethics Scandals
The outdoorsman, known for his love of taxidermy, is leaving the Interior after allegations that he used his power for personal financial gain.
The Trump Administration Is Trolling The Year’s Biggest Global Climate Conference
The US is planning a pro–fossil fuel event next week on the sidelines of the climate negotiations in Poland.
France Is Scrapping The Fuel Tax At The Heart Of Recent "Yellow Vest" Protests
The tax, meant to help reduce drivers’ use of fossil fuels, was previously suspended for six months in the face of weeks of protest.
The World Is Gathering To Save Us From Climate Change. It’s Not Going Well.
Expectations are lackluster for the year’s most important climate meeting, starting today in Poland’s coal country and sponsored by coal companies.
The World Is On Track For “Catastrophic” Climate Change, UN Report Finds
“We are far off track,” one expert said.
Trump Said “I Don’t Believe It” About His Government’s Climate Change Report Finding And Scientists Are Dismayed
More than 300 experts, including government employees, agree that climate change is already impacting the US, and without action, it will get much worse.
Here’s How Climate Change Is Already Impacting The US (Hint: It’s Not Good)
“The impacts of climate change are already being felt in communities across the country,” per the new US government report.
California Already Had A Housing Crisis. The Wildfires Are Making It Worse.
After a wildfire destroyed the town of Paradise, nearby Chico is struggling to absorb the new demands for housing. "We’re out of rentals 100%," one real estate agent said.
Here’s What You Should Know If You Live In California And Breathe Air
Particulate matter in smoke can aggravate asthma and pose a risk to your heart.
Trump Is Tapping Andrew Wheeler To Formally Lead The EPA
Before joining Trump's EPA, Andrew Wheeler was a coal lobbyist. He must still be confirmed by the Senate.
Is Your Home At Risk Of Flooding From Rising Seas By 2050? Check This Map.
Homeowners in these areas will need to get used to flooding year after year.
Big Oil Won Big In The Midterm Elections
It was jobs against the climate in this year’s environmental politics fights. Jobs won.
Colorado's Anti-Fracking Proposal Just Failed — Handing A Big Win To Big Oil
Oil and gas companies spent millions this year in opposition to the proposed rule.
The Supreme Court Raises Questions About The Kids’ Climate Case But Won't Stop It For Now
The justices, however, strongly suggested that the 9th Circuit should take another look at the case before it goes to trial.
In Florida, Republican Candidates Are Talking About Climate Change — Because They Have To
In most of the country, candidates don’t have to wade through the environmental muck. Not so in Florida.
Here’s Why Climate Activists Are Hitting The Panic Button Over Brazil’s New President
If Jair Bolsonaro opens the Amazon to more business, as his backers want, the new president threatens the world’s ability to prevent catastrophic climate change.
Oil Companies Are Pouring Money Into Two States To Kill Proposed Environmental Rules
Environmentalists who want to pass new regulations on oil and gas sites in Colorado have raised about $1 million. Their oil industry opponents have raised more than $35 million.
New York Is Suing Exxon For Misleading Investors About Climate Change
“This case seeks redress for a longstanding fraudulent scheme by Exxon,” the lawsuit states.
Trump Tweeted Out A Map Of Air Pollution. Here’s What’s Wrong With It.
There are a few things wrong with the president’s claim that the US has the “Cleanest Air in the World — BY FAR!”