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4 ways Trump is sabotaging climate action around the world

In just one year, Trump has derailed an international carbon tax, boosted fossil fuel forecasts, and sought to silence an island nation.
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Even low-risk homes are caught up in California’s climate insurance crisis

California’s insurer of last resort is meant for high fire risk properties but homeowners in areas unlikely to burn are now being forced into the plan.

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Iran war should trigger faster exit from fossil fuel dependence, UN climate chief says

The war in Iran has exposed the dangers of relying on volatile oil and gas markets, United Nation climate secretary Simon Stiell says.

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'Doomsday Clock' advances to 85 seconds to midnight

A science-oriented advocacy group moved its “Doomsday Clock” to 85 seconds to midnight, saying the Earth is closer than ever to destruction.
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Vineyard Wind puts final blade on long coming project

Vineyard Wind and Revolution Wind, the nation's largest offshore wind projects, are generating power off the New England coast.
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White hydrogen: The hidden gas that could transform energy

Trillions of tons of hydrogen lie in Earth's crust. Can a Bavarian geologist unlock this clean and cheap energy source?
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Pennsylvania publishes long-awaited study on radioactivity in landfill runoff

The state concluded there is “no current cause for concern.” Experts worried about the long-term impacts of fracking waste say more research is required.
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The race for Paris: Why France’s capital has likely gone green for good

French conservatives once opposed greener, low-traffic city plans, but rival programs now suggest a tree-filled capital is inevitable.

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‘Unprecedented in the past 3.6 million years’: How human-made climate change is making days longer

Human activity is responsible for slowing Earth’s spin and making days longer, according to a new study.
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What’s more carbon-friendly, farmed or wild fish?

Some math for those suffering analysis paralysis in the seafood section.

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'Dramatic development': Austria warns all but 2 of its 96 glaciers have retreated over last 2 years

Soaring temperatures are fueling the demise of Austria's glaciers, with 'vast implications' for drinking water, power generation, infrastructure and more.

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