Focus on Climate
Cyclone Chido leaves Mayotte reeling. Warmer oceans fueled it
Warmer water can make the resulting storms more powerful, with stronger winds, heavier rainfall and more destructive storm surges.
Montana top court says youth have right to stable climate
This was the first lawsuit to go to trial in the US by young environmental activists challenging policies they say are exacerbating climate...
US watchdog recommends Energy Department halt loans to green projects
The U.S. Department of Energy's inspector general urged halting loans for green projects amid concerns over conflicts of interest.
Trump advisers urge ending environmental reviews for mines receiving US funds
Advisers to Trump recommend waiving environmental reviews for critical minerals projects to boost U.S. production and reduce reliance on China.
Melting sea ice in Antarctica causes ocean storms, scientists say
Antarctic sea ice retreat in 2023 has increased storm frequency and heat loss in the Southern Ocean, impacting climate systems.
EPA grants California authority to ban sales of new gas cars by 2035. Action faces reversal by Trump
The EPA granted California strict vehicle emissions standards, including a 2035 ban on new gasoline cars, amid Trump's opposition.
Barcelona subway recycles energy from braking into power to charge electric cars
Barcelona's subway now powers electric car chargers using energy from braking trains, promoting green transport and efficiency.
Devastated Mayotte battles to recover from cyclone ‘steamroller’
Cyclone Chido devastated Mayotte, destroying La Vigie district, leaving behind destruction and prompting community rebuilding efforts.
‘Oil is everywhere’: Russians tackle Black Sea spill
Around 4,000 volunteers have been cleaning beaches near the resort city of Anapa from the spill from two tankers damaged by a storm...
Japan’s draft climate strategy spurs calls for bolder cuts in carbon emissions
Japan's draft plan targets a 60 per cent cut in emissions by 2035, but experts call for deeper reductions to meet climate goals.
