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Jul 8, 2026
Feds Grant Final Approval for Arizona Mine Situated in Critical Habitat for Jaguars and Mexican Spotted Owls
Record sea temperatures, secretive climate disputes, and datacentre threats spark alarm
Jul 1, 2026
A New Mexico Town Is Running Dry. An Immigration Detention Center Is Its Biggest Water Customer.
As global temperatures soar, cities face unprecedented challenges in securing water, mitigating heat, and adapting to sea-level rise
Jul 1, 2026
Record Temperatures and Fires Grip the Globe
A surge in record-breaking temperatures and devastating wildfires is sweeping the world, from Europe to the US, as scientists warn of a deepening climate crisis.
Feb 25, 2026
Whales Entangled in Fishing Gear as Ocean Temperatures Rise
Marine heatwaves alter whale habitats, increasing risk of entanglement off US West Coast
Feb 25, 2026
Climate Shifts Disrupt Tropical Plant Blooms
Rising temperatures are causing tropical plants to bloom months earlier or later than usual, potentially disrupting delicate ecosystems and food supplies.
Feb 25, 2026
Climate Crisis Escalates as US Expands Fossil Fuel Production
The US is ramping up fossil fuel production despite mounting evidence of the devastating consequences of climate change, from record-breaking flooding to rising ocean temperatures and catastrophic loss of marine life.
May 26, 2026
Climate Crisis Intensifies as Emissions Soar and Heatwaves Become the Norm
Rising temperatures, massive carbon emissions from US immigration flights, and contentious energy projects spark concerns over the future of the planet
May 26, 2026
Revealed: huge climate cost of harmful emissions from US immigration flights
Climate Crisis Deepens as Emissions Rise and Extreme Weather Becomes the Norm Climate change is having a devastating impact on the planet, from rising emissions to extreme weather events,
May 26, 2026
‘I need Chevron’: The oil company at the center of the California governor’s race
As heatwaves become the norm, corporations like Chevron and BHP face increasing scrutiny over their climate commitments
May 26, 2026
‘My head spins with the heat’: India’s gig workers battle exhaustion amid soaring temperatures
Heatwaves and Floods Expose Climate Change's Human Toll Rising temperatures and extreme weather events are having devastating effects on communities worldwide, from heat-related illnesses to flooded hospitals and schools.
Mar 24, 2026
Can the World Meet its Climate Goals Amid Energy Shocks?
Rising tensions, policy debates, and ecological collapse threaten global climate efforts
Mar 24, 2026
Wildfires, Carbon Capture, and Nuclear Waste: The Climate Crisis Deepens
From devastating wildfires to innovative carbon capture technologies and nuclear waste
Mar 24, 2026
Is the Earth Reaching a Breaking Point?
Climate change, energy imbalance, and environmental degradation pose significant threats to the planet
Mar 10, 2026
Global Energy Crisis Looms as Tensions Rise in Middle East
Iran War Sparks Oil Price Surge, Threatens Renewable Energy and Climate Action
Mar 10, 2026
Global Heat, Local Strife: A World in Peril
Extreme heat affects one in three people globally, Australia's shift to renewables accelerates, and environmental defenders face financial strangulation in Ecuador.
Mar 3, 2026
Climate Change Threatens the Environment and Human Lives
Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and disappearing species raise concerns
Mar 3, 2026
Climate and Energy in Crisis
Extreme weather, pollution, and rising bills spark concerns and calls for action
Mar 3, 2026
Climate Crisis Deepens as Energy Markets Face Disruptions
Global conflicts, policy changes, and environmental concerns impact energy production and aid
Jun 30, 2026
Can Renewable Energy Keep Pace with Rising Global Temperatures?
Despite policy uncertainty, clean power growth persists, but extreme weather events pose challenges
Jun 30, 2026
What's Behind the High Cost of Environmental Action?
From lead pipes to net-zero emissions, the price of progress varies widely
Jun 23, 2026
Europe Sizzles Under Record Heatwave
UK and France experience extreme temperatures, prompting concerns over climate change adaptation
Jun 23, 2026
Climate Crisis Escalates: Wildfires, Water Scarcity, and Oceanic Devastation
From Greenland to the Colorado River, the consequences of climate change are becoming increasingly dire
Jun 23, 2026
Can Science Save the Planet?
Climate Research, Rising Seas, and the Fight for a Sustainable Future