Focus on Climate
Trump’s Interior Department nominee says boosting energy key to US security
Doug Burgum will vigorously pursue Trump’s goals of maximizing energy production from America’s public lands and waters.
Nepal’s top court bars infrastructure in protected areas
After decades of rampant logging, Nepal also nearly doubled its forest cover between 1992 and 2016.
Google signs deal to buy carbon removal credits from Indian farms
The deal - signed by Google and Indian supplier Varaha - is one of the biggest ever involving biochar.
Hawaii lawmakers vow to stabilize property insurance market as climate change fuels higher premiums
Wildfires in California affect the insurance business in Hawaii because insurance companies buy reinsurance — insurance for themselves.
Global temperatures this year to rival 2024’s record-breaking heat: climate officials
Global temperatures in 2025 are forecasted to rival 2024's record-breaking heat, highlighting the urgency of climate action.
California utility faces billions in claims for fire damage even if it did nothing wrong
California wildfire victims leverage "inverse condemnation" to hold Edison liable for fire damages, even without negligence.
New York City lawsuit against Exxon, BP, Shell over climate change dismissed
NYC lawsuit against Exxon, BP, and Shell over alleged greenwashing dismissed; judge cites lack of proof and vague claims.
GM signs supply deal with Vianode for synthetic graphite for EV batteries
The deal will run from 2027 when Vianode launches production at a plant in North America, through to 2033.
Trump’s energy department pick calls for more LNG and nuclear power
Trump's Energy Department pick, Chris Wright, prioritizes expanding U.S. energy production.
Investigation: How mega-polluters take advantage of billions in green loans
Sustainability-linked loans are under scrutiny for enabling major polluters to avoid accountability while expanding harmful operations.
