Climate
Brazil’s government hikes 2024 GDP forecast, sees higher inflation
Brazil's Finance Ministry on Thursday hiked its projection for economic growth this year but also raised inflation estimates for 2024 and 2025, underlining...
Experts say coral reef bleaching near record level globally because of ‘crazy’ ocean heat
Ocean temperatures have gone so "crazy haywire" hot that scientists are hoping for a few hurricanes to cool things off.
Texas bridge remains closed after barge crash
Oil leaking from the barge that crashed into a Texas bridge led to the closure of about 6.5 miles of the waterway. The...
Nova Scotia premier wants equal treatment for land corridor after feds buy Quebec bridge
Both Nova Scotia and New Brunswick want Canada's federal government to pay to strengthen the dike system along the vital land corridor between...
Wildfire near Canadian oil city expected to be subdued on Thursday: local authority
A large wildfire near the Canadian oil sands city of Fort McMurray stalled overnight and was not expected to advance on Thursday during...
Sport bodies ‘will need climate action plan in place to receive funding’
National sport governing bodies will need to put a robust sustainability action plan in place by March 2027 to receive funding
Britain eyes 2026 start for tougher company climate disclosures
Currently Britain requires listed companies to make climate-related disclosures using norms from a global taskforce
How Europe reduced its greenhouse gas emissions last year
EU countries churned out 3.4 billion tons of all greenhouse gas emissions last year, 5.1% less than in 2022
US must act to slash landfill methane emissions, report says
Climate-warming methane emissions at nearly two dozen U.S. landfills regularly exceeded limits, and in some cases were higher than reported
Winds set to push blaze away from Canadian oil city, says wildfire service
Favorable winds are expected to push a major wildfire away from the Canadian oil sands city of Fort McMurray, officials said on Wednesday,...
Health professionals take climate action to care for patients and planet
From new plant-leaning hospital menus to fewer surgical gloves and single-use syringes, health-care professionals are finding ways to combat waste and pollutants.
Manhattan judge hearing arguments on challenges to NYC driver fee
New York’s plan to levy a hefty toll on drivers entering Manhattan is the focus of a legal battle set to play out...
US proposes ending new federal leases in its biggest coal region
The Bureau of Land Management proposal would affect millions of acres of U.S. federal lands and underground mineral reserves in the Powder River...
US must act to slash landfill methane emissions, report says
Climate-warming methane emissions at nearly two dozen U.S. landfills regularly exceeded limits, and in some cases were higher than reported
Tesla is sued over emissions from California plant
Tesla emissions lawsuit filed by environmental group, accusing the car company's California plant of exposing residents and workers to harmful chemicals.
Canadian banks directed over US$100 billion to oil and gas last year: report
Canadian banks provided almost US$104 billion in fossil fuel funding last year despite the urgent need to reduce emissions, says the latest annual...
Canada’s PM says rival would rather ‘watch the country burn’ than fight climate change
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre's pledges to axe carbon pricing come at a time of wildfires and other...
Nova Scotia premier wants equal treatment for land corridor after feds buy Quebec bridge
Both Nova Scotia and New Brunswick want Canada's federal government to pay to strengthen the dike system along the vital land corridor between...
Brazil’s government hikes 2024 GDP forecast, sees higher inflation
Brazil's Finance Ministry on Thursday hiked its projection for economic growth this year but also raised inflation estimates for 2024 and 2025, underlining...
Wildfire near Canadian oil city expected to be subdued on Thursday: local authority
A large wildfire near the Canadian oil sands city of Fort McMurray stalled overnight and was not expected to advance on Thursday during...
Experts say coral reef bleaching near record level globally because of ‘crazy’ ocean heat
Ocean temperatures have gone so "crazy haywire" hot that scientists are hoping for a few hurricanes to cool things off.
Envious shamans and climate change: Diverse threats to Ecuadoran Amazon
Experts point the finger at pollution, deforestation and climate change wreaking havoc on the second-largest protected area in Ecuador.
Utilities complete contentious land swap to clear way for power line in Mississippi River refuge
Utilities looking to finish building a high-voltage power line linking Iowa and Wisconsin completed a contentious land deal Thursday that allows them to...
AI can ‘transform understanding of biodiversity threats,’ scientists say
The UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) said it is working with partners across the world to see how artificial intelligence can...
Distressed sawfish rescued in Florida Keys dies after aquarium treatment
Another potential factor is climate change, which superheated Florida waters last summer, causing other marine damage, such as coral bleaching and the deaths...
Health professionals take climate action to care for patients and planet
From new plant-leaning hospital menus to fewer surgical gloves and single-use syringes, health-care professionals are finding ways to combat waste and pollutants.
Space data fuels India’s farming innovation drive
Satellite data is helping farmers in India to innovate their agricultural practices and better manage shifting climate patterns and erratic weather events
Oil, gas groups sue to block US rule hiking drilling fees on federal lands
Under the new policy finalized last month, oil and gas companies will pay higher bonds to help ensure old oil and gas wells...
Nova Scotia premier wants equal treatment for land corridor after feds buy Quebec bridge
Both Nova Scotia and New Brunswick want Canada's federal government to pay to strengthen the dike system along the vital land corridor between...
US Southwest, Texas at risk of power shortfalls this summer: regulator
The U.S. Southwest and Texas are at increased risk of power supply shortfalls during times of peak demand this summer due to rising...
How might a US-Saudi civil nuclear deal work?
US National Security Adviser will visit Saudi Arabia this weekend for talks expected to touch on a civil nuclear cooperation agreement
Eight arrested after climate activists breach German airport
German police arrested climate activists who breached the grounds of Munich airport, causing the airport to close
Ineos drives towards hydrogen car future
Ineos showcases hydrogen-powered Grenadier 4x4, but admits infrastructure isn't in place yet to see them widely used
Putin: Oil pipeline could run alongside planned gas link to China
MOSCOW — Russia could deliver oil as well as gas to China along a planned route via Mongolia, President Vladimir Putin said on...
Banks summoned to House of Commons environment committee
OTTAWA — A parliamentary committee has summoned Canada’s big five bank CEOs to talk about the environmental and climate impacts of the financial...
Feds order benzene leak fixes in Sarnia, Ontario, after plastic pollution
Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault is ordering all petrochemical companies in Sarnia, Ontario, to control leaks of the chemical benzene
Citgo bidders can be asked how accommodate bondholder claims
Bidders can be required to say if their offers cover claims by Venezuela bondholders in a separate court action
Texas power demand to hit record high for month of May next week
Power use in Texas will likely break records for the month of May as homes and businesses crank up the air conditioning to...
IMF reaches agreement with Tanzania on climate financing
The concessional financing under the IMF's Resilience and Sustainability Facility is subject to approval by the Fund's executive board
US House farm bill proposal faces slim Senate odds
The US House farm bill includes provisions to reduce spending on food aid for the poor and efforts to help farmers fight climate...