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Climate policies can bring relief on affordability and beyond

Americans are suffering under an affordability crisis, while the climate crisis is making life more expensive. Both require urgent action — and both can be addressed simultaneously.

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Brussels says EU countries partly to blame for failure on key climate rule

There’s a circular blame game going on over who’s responsible for failures in EU methane law.
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Gavin Newsom and Arnold Schwarzenegger tout California’s role as a climate leader

Policies that are good for the environment and the economy aren’t mutually exclusive — and California is proof that advancing such goals doesn’t have to be a red or blue issue.

www.dailynews.com
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A new report just busted another myth about heat pumps

Don't worry: There is there plenty of room on the grid for these electrical wonders — and they'll save ratepayers tons of cash.

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Sierra Club calls for renewable energy to be part of Iowa steel mill deal

Sierra Club said the proposed mill could be “among the cleanest and most modern in the country” if the group’s ideas are included in negotiations on the terms of an incentive package for the plant.

iowacapitaldispatch.com
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How one Chicago program is diversifying the solar workforce

Founded by a former public-housing resident, the 548 Foundation provides training, stipends, and support to build Black generational wealth through clean energy.

www.canarymedia.com
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Opinion: Amendment 82 is a dark-money attack on Colorado’s clean energy leadership

The measure would only benefit the natural gas industry while undermining our progress in addressing air pollution, which benefits all Coloradans.
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In Texas senate race, Talarico and Paxton both promise relief from rising energy costs

The candidates are miles apart on climate, but both are making affordability a central issue as Texans grapple with spiking prices.
capitalandmain.com
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France’s emissions are falling as fuel prices soar. Why is it still missing climate targets?

Despite using less fossil fuels, France is still far short of the 5 per cent annual reduction in emissions it needs to meet its climate targets.
www.euronews.com
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Trump goes after an offshore wind farm that’s already up and running

The administration is seeking to reevaluate a key permit for Revolution Wind, a $6.2B project that is already generating power.

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What happened to Pennsylvania’s hydrogen hubs?

Backed by bipartisan leadership, Pennsylvania’s hydrogen projects were supposed to create jobs and slash emissions. Now, they’re in limbo.

insideclimatenews.org
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Tens of thousands urge EU for climate action at Brussels demonstration

Ahead of a major UN summit, thousands of protesters marched through the streets of Brussels demanding greater action to combat climate change.

www.euronews.com
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With scaled-back plans, green banks navigate Trump’s funding freeze

Green banks enabled $12.4 billion in hard-to-finance clean energy and climate projects in 2024 and 2025.

www.canarymedia.com
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Fitness influencers make the case for plant-based protein

Advocates say eating more plants could benefit athletes' health while also reducing the climate impact of their diets.
yaleclimateconnections.org
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Europe's public transport: A data-driven green reality check

Greener buses and cleaner fleets are reshaping public transport. But are cities moving fast enough to meet their zero-emission goals?

www.dw.com
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MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals earn national recognition with 2026 Greenhealth Champion Award

To qualify, organizations must report greenhouse gas emissions data and demonstrate progress in areas such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, emissions management and resource conservation.

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Climate lawsuits gain ground as governments scale back climate action

Over the past decade, legal activists have successfully taken a number of national governments to court, triggering the adoption of more climate-friendly policies in countries including the Netherlands, Pakistan, Switzerland, South Korea, and others.

www.rfi.fr
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Heat pumps have so far withstood the death of federal tax credits

Demand for the climate-friendly HVAC technician has persisted even after Republicans killed incentives, with 2026 set to be another good year for the sector.

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