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Global Biodiversity Pact Draft Is an “Open Invitation to Greenwash,” Critics Say
Several African nations and environmental groups criticized the agreement's funding arrangements and targets.
Florida’s Housing Crisis Makes It Almost Impossible for Storm Victims to Recover
Many Puerto Ricans fled to Florida after Hurricane Maria, seeking a place to rebuild their lives. Then Ian happened.
Internal Documents Reveal Big Oil’s Plan for Profiting Amid Climate Pressures
The largest oil and gas companies are leveraging the climate crisis to further entrench their domination of energy markets.
Climate Crisis Is Profoundly Disrupting Conditions in the Arctic, New Study Says
The Arctic is getting rainier and seasons are shifting, with broad consequences for people, ecosystems and wildlife.
Toxic Keystone Leaks Show Need to Halt New Pipeline Construction, Advocates Say
The Keystone pipeline system has now spilled more crude oil in the U.S. than any other pipeline in 12 years.
Renewable Energy to Become World’s Top Electricity Source by 2025, Report Says
A new report notes the war in Ukraine has spurred governments to speed up development of renewable energy sources.
Michigan Judge Drops Flint Water Charges Against Ex-Gov Snyder, Sparking Outrage
Thousands of Flint, Michigan residents were poisoned by contaminated water on the Republican governor's watch.
Keystone Pipeline Shut Down After 22nd Spill
The company said it had shut down the pipeline after oil spilled into a creek near a Kansas town of about 1,000 people.
UN Secretary Says “There Is No Planet B” as Global Biodiversity Summit Kicks Off
Campaigners say this is our last chance to combat rampant species loss and adopt a solid framework to protect wildlife.
Manchin’s “Dirty” Big Oil Giveaway Defeated Again After Progressive Opposition
It became clear this week that the deal to severely weaken keystone environmental laws wouldn’t have the votes to pass.