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Study Shows Collapse of Critical Atlantic Current System More Likely Than Thought
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation could be headed for a sudden “cliff-like” shutdown.
“We Can’t Wait”: Sanders Says Green New Deal Needed Now More Than Ever
“Transforming our economy away from fossil fuels isn’t radical. What’s radical is waiting another second to do it."
Climate Scientists Record First 12-Month Stretch Over 1.5 Degrees Celsius Target
The UN says that world leaders must curb emissions by 42 percent by 2030 to abide by the Paris climate agreement.
Exxon and Chevron Announce Record Shareholder Returns in Hottest Year on Record
CEO Mike Wirth boasted that in 2023 Chevron “produced more oil and natural gas than any year in the company's history.”
Fossil Fuel Industry Knew About Impending Climate Crisis as Early as 1954
Newly uncovered evidence shows the industry in fact funded research behind a foundational concept in climate science.
Kiss 1.5 Celsius Goodbye. Was 2023 Our Last Year Below Key Climate Threshold?
Our climate has crossed the “dangerous” 1.5 degrees Celsius warming threshold generations ahead of projections.
Biden Hits “Pause” on New Gas Exports Following Pressure From Climate Activists
The move is a win for the climate and Gulf Coast frontline communities, but activists warn a “pause” is easily undone.
Biden’s Base Revolts: Climate Activists Ramp Up Pressure Ahead of Super Tuesday
If Biden wants to win, they say, he must end US support for Israel’s war on Gaza and declare a climate emergency.
Exxon Sues to Stop Investors From Voting on Climate Resolution at Annual Meeting
The case will be heard by an appointee of George W. Bush with a record of ruling in favor of right-wing causes.
New Report Finds We’re Off Track to Meet COP28 Goals Despite Renewables Boom
Countries pledged to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030, but this goal requires more policy interventions.