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“World Set to Exceed Global Warming Limit,” Per International Energy Agency
Global warming is taking effect full speed ahead, but world leaders are taking a back seat on action.
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For the First Time, US to Lease Offshore Wind Blocks
The US is thought to have around 4,000 gigawatts of offshore wind potential - almost four times the country's current electricity production of all types.
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Seven Companies Polluting the World Without Consequences
Residents and governments foot the bill for cleaning up potentially life-threatening environmental pollution for these offenders.
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Ecocide and the Soul of a Nation
The disconnect between environmental destruction and today's humanity goes deeper, says Phil Rockstroh.
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The Discontent of Our Winter: Are Reliable Seasons Gone for Good?
Activist Sandra Steingraber reflects on the world her children inherited and her role in preventing a dying planet.
Terracide and the Terrarists: Destroying the Planet for Record Profits
Tom Engelhardt: It's time to talk bluntly about the terrarists of our world.
“The Unimaginable Has Happened”: Massive Tornado Kills Dozens, Flattens Suburb of Oklahoma City
Dozens have been killed and more than 200 wounded in a devastating tornado in Oklahoma.
Climate Tipping Point? Concentration of Carbon Dioxide Tops 400 ppm for First Time in Human History
Scientists are warning the planet has now reached a grim climate milestone not seen for two or three million years.
European Carbon Markets Fail – It’s Time for Regulation
Climate writer and professor Patrick Bond: Carbon markets are now at junk bond status but US sabotages all attempts at binding emission targets.
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Wall Street’s Climate Finance Bonanza
Government officials appear to be on the brink of instigating another corporate handout and big bank giveaway - this time in the name of fighting climate change.