Recent polls reveal most Americans experiencing major flooding link it to climate change, and want the federal government to play a significant role in disaster preparedness and response. However, there's less consensus on government involvement in combating climate change to mitigate extreme weather. While trust in the National...
A wildfire, dubbed the Madre Fire, rapidly spread across southeastern San Luis Obispo County, California, becoming the state's largest blaze this year. Fueled by dry weather and strong winds, it scorched over 82 square miles and was only 10% contained. Evacuation orders were issued for nearby communities, and a...
A record-breaking heatwave is sweeping across Europe, forcing millions to cope with extreme temperatures, especially at night. Unlike the US, where air conditioning is common, European homes rarely have AC, leading to concerns about public health. High energy costs, older building designs, and regulatory hurdles hinder wider AC...
EU officials expressed significant reservations during a Monday meeting regarding the Commission's proposed 2040 climate neutrality target. Concerns about the timing and the target itself were raised by approximately half of the commissioners' staff. The Commission has already made concessions, including allowing for offsetting pollution cuts through investment...
A severe heatwave is impacting Southern Europe, with Spain recording a new June temperature record of 46°C. The WHO warns of increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves due to climate change, predicting over 4,500 excess deaths in some European countries this week alone. Italy, Croatia, Slovenia, and Luxembourg...
Dr. Bronner's, a US soap company, has withdrawn its B Corp certification, accusing the organization of greenwashing and accepting large corporations with questionable environmental and labor practices. The company specifically cited Nespresso's certification despite past child labor accusations. B Corp, which has over 9,600 members, is implementing stricter...
Hanoi, Vietnam, recently experienced critically hazardous air pollution levels, topping global charts multiple times this winter. The city's rapid economic growth has resulted in severe air quality, with January's average Air Quality Index exceeding 300, prompting health warnings. The pollution, described as a stinging, chemical-smelling fog, obscures the...
Environmental groups sued the state of Florida to halt construction of a migrant detention center, nicknamed "Alligator Alcatraz," in the Everglades. The lawsuit argues the project requires a thorough environmental review and public comment, citing potential harm to the sensitive ecosystem and endangered species. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis...
A bison died after falling into Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park. The incident, witnessed by tourists, occurred during the park's peak season. While the exact cause remains unclear, the bison likely stumbled into the near-boiling water (192°F) and perished quickly. Scientists say this isn't entirely...
The US's actions at the UN climate talks in Bonn have raised concerns among European and Latin American negotiators. Unlike during Trump's first term, the current administration is actively undermining global climate efforts, including disrupting agreements on shipping pollution, withdrawing from scientific initiatives, and pressuring international bodies to abandon...
