Two Years After Fatal Explosion, Alabama Mine Regulator ‘Letting the Fox Guard the Henhouse’
Recent developments in Alabama, New York, and beyond raise concerns about the influence of fossil fuel interests on climate policy
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Mar 14, 2026
Environmental Concerns and Policy Shifts Across the US
The United States is grappling with a range of environmental concerns and policy shifts that are having a significant impact on the country's ecosystems and inhabitants.
Mar 14, 2026
The Unseen Costs of Progress
How the pursuit of critical minerals, AI, and climate solutions is impacting communities and the environment
Mar 7, 2026
How Vermont’s pioneering clean heat plan fell apart
From clean heat to nuclear power, environmental regulations to seaweed invasions, the US faces a multitude of challenges in its pursuit of a sustainable future
Feb 28, 2026
Can Australia's Wildlife Survive the Scorching Summer?
A scorching summer has left Australian wildlife on the brink, with over 170,000 hectares of national park burned to the ground, including key breeding areas for endangered species.
Feb 28, 2026
Trump's Nuclear Startup Darling Tied to Russia and Epstein
Valar Atomics' rapid rise raises questions about influence and oversight
Feb 28, 2026
Can We Afford to Ignore the True Cost of Pollution?
Environmental rollbacks and technological innovations raise questions about the value of public health and the planet
Feb 28, 2026
Turkey's Sinking Farmland
A surge in massive sinkholes is threatening Turkey's agricultural heartland, forcing farmers to rethink their practices as the country's breadbasket crumbles.
Mar 23, 2026
Report Shows Earth’s Climate is Out of Balance, as Indicators Hit New Extremes
Rising temperatures, extreme weather, and environmental degradation pose significant threats to global food security, public health, and economic stability
Mar 9, 2026
States Blast Federal Playbook of Potential Colorado River Options
Rising oil prices, aging infrastructure, and water management challenges underscore the need for sustainable solutions
Mar 9, 2026
Environmental Crisis Unfolds Across the US
A growing environmental crisis is unfolding across the United States, with water shortages, deforestation, and government crackdowns on activists threatening the country's ecosystems and communities.
Feb 23, 2026
Supreme Court to Weigh In on Climate Change Suits Against Oil Companies
The US Supreme Court will hear an appeal by oil companies seeking to move climate change lawsuits from state to federal courts, potentially shielding them from financial liability.
Feb 23, 2026
Snowstorms and Shores: The Hidden Flood Risk in New Jersey
Coastal flooding from nor'easters poses a growing threat to the Garden State's densely populated shoreline
Feb 23, 2026
UK Food System on Brink of Collapse
Experts warn of social unrest and food riots due to chronic vulnerabilities
Feb 23, 2026
Cities and Farms Feel the Heat of Climate Change
Governments and industries face challenges in reducing emissions and adapting to drought
Feb 23, 2026
Can Electric Buses Thrive in Extreme Cold?
Wisconsin city puts new fleet to the test in freezing temperatures
Mar 20, 2026
Is the World Heating Up Faster Than We Thought?
Climate warnings, energy shifts, and global cooperation in the face of rising temperatures
Mar 20, 2026
Five disasters in a single wet season show the climate crisis is here and now in the Northern Territory | Kirsty Howey
Extreme weather, methane leaks, and oil drilling spark concerns over global warming
Mar 13, 2026
Trump EPA moves to repeal regulation of cancer-linked chemical ethylene oxide
The Iran war has sent shockwaves through global markets, with oil prices surging past $100 a barrel for the first time in four years.
Mar 13, 2026
China’s Clean Energy Push Has Made It Less Vulnerable to Energy Shocks, Including the Iran War
From China's clean energy push to deep-sea mining debates, the world is navigating complex issues
Mar 6, 2026
Illinois Utility Announces New Round of Electric Vehicle Rebate Funding for Residents and Businesses
New electric vehicle rebates, Iran war's impact on energy prices, and UK climate finance cuts
Mar 6, 2026
Earth's Temperature Surge: Understanding the Rapid Warming Trend
New studies reveal accelerated global warming, driven by human activities and natural factors
Feb 27, 2026
Toxic Risks Rise as Trump EPA Rolls Back Protections
Former staff warn of expanding pollution dangers from weakened regulations
Feb 27, 2026
Cheniere Energy Gets $370 Million IRS Windfall for LNG Use
Critics say tax credits were undeserved for using fuel that's standard for LNG tankers