Focus on Environment
Companies back away from Oregon floating offshore wind project as opposition grows
Opposition from tribes and fishermen has led to fewer companies bidding on Oregon's floating offshore wind project auction.
African countries eye world’s first joint ‘debt-for-nature’ swap
At least five African nations are planning a joint $2B debt-for-nature swap to protect a vital Indian Ocean ecosystem.
Focus on coal miners, power grid as South Africa spends just sixth of climate aid
South Africa's $11.6B climate fund has spent $1.9B on grid expansion, coal transition, and green projects, sources said.
California Gov. Newsom signs laws to curb oil and gas pollution near neighborhoods
Governor Newsom signed laws to cut oil pollution, empower local restrictions, and fine low-producing oil wells in California.
Climate change made some heat waves at least 10 times more likely: Environment Canada
Climate change made August heat waves in northern Canada 10 times more likely, with temperatures 12-13 degrees above normal.
More firm clean power needed to hit California climate goals, Edison Intl. CEO says
California needs firm clean energy, like geothermal and gas with carbon capture, to meet its 2045 zero-emissions goal.
Restarting nuclear power plants: The unprecedented gamble in the US
US energy companies plan to restart two nuclear plants to meet growing electricity demand and transition to clean energy.
Global plan for early ditch of coal power hits Indonesia hurdle
A G7-backed plan to close coal plants in emerging markets faces delays, with Indonesia's Cirebon-1 deal still unresolved.
Canada’s environment minister Guilbeault calls out Poilievre over 2023 fundraiser with oil and gas execs
Minister Guilbeault criticizes Poilievre for fundraising with oil executives, claiming it aids his wealthy allies against carbon pricing.
Three hydroelectric dams in Ecuador offline until water levels recover
Three hydroelectric dams in Ecuador have ceased operating due to low water levels amid the country's worst drought in over 60 years.
