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A second Trump administration could undo Biden-era efforts to decarbonize heavy-duty vehicles, affecting federal funding, emissions regulations and the future of electric school buses and commercial fleets.

Kyle Bagenstose reports for Inside Climate News.

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As prices drop and technology advances, industry experts say market demand will continue driving electric vehicle adoption despite potential rollbacks of federal incentives under a Trump administration.

Jack Ewing reports for The New York Times.

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The U.S. power grid urgently needs expansion to meet rising energy demands and support economic growth, but the incoming Trump administration’s stance on clean energy and federal initiatives could hinder progress.

Jeff St. John reports for Canary Media.

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BlackRock is the latest major financial firm to leave a climate-focused investment alliance as Republican political pressure mounts, raising concerns about the future of green finance commitments.

Nicolás Rivero reports for The Washington Post.

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A push to convert dairy farm manure into "biogas" has gained momentum thanks to federal and state subsidies, but critics argue the effort props up factory farming and diverts funding from more effective climate solutions.

Kenny Torrella reports for Vox.

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Electric vehicles now dominate Norway’s new car market, making up nearly 90% of sales in 2024 as the country approaches its goal of phasing out fossil fuel car sales by 2025.

Adrienne Murray reports for BBC.

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A Vancouver-based company is betting on mushroom mycelium as a sustainable protein source, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of traditional meat production.

Inder Nirwan and Pippa Norman report for The Tyee.

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Researchers say ants may help protect crops like apples, mangoes and cocoa by reducing plant diseases and replacing chemical pesticides.

Ayurella Horn-Muller reports for Grist.

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The Gitanyow First Nation in British Columbia is asserting its sovereignty through a groundbreaking court case, hoping to gain full title over its territory to combat climate change and protect salmon habitats.

Andrew Engelson reports for The Tyee.

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The year 2025 is expected to bring pivotal developments for climate policy with Donald Trump’s return to the White House, new national climate targets and a potentially influential court ruling on global climate obligations.

Jocelyn Timperley and Isabelle Gerretsen report for BBC.

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Developers in South Lanarkshire are building one of Europe’s largest battery farms to store excess wind energy, aiming to stabilize the UK’s renewable power grid.

Kevin Keane reports for BBC.

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The U.S. has significantly increased domestic production of solar panels and batteries over the past four years, but crucial supply chain gaps in raw materials and key components remain as demand surges.

Julian Spector reports for Canary Media.

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States are shifting their attention to enforcing existing clean energy laws, with fewer new legislative breakthroughs expected due to political gridlock and economic pressures.

Dan Gearino reports for Inside Climate News.

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New Clark City, a $2.5 billion development north of Manila, aims to be a climate-proof metropolis but faces concerns over displaced Indigenous communities, economic inequality and dependence on fossil fuels.

Maggie Wang reports for Grist.

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Global climate diplomacy could face setbacks if Donald Trump, set to retake the presidency, exits the Paris Agreement once again.

Kate Abnett and Christian Levaux report for Reuters.

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Greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. decreased by just 0.2% in 2024 as electricity consumption rose due to extreme heat and data center growth, despite increased renewable energy use.

Brad Plumer reports for The New York Times.

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced plans to cut $2 billion from the state budget, including reductions in climate program funding, to address a projected $3 billion deficit.

Erin Cox and Katie Shepherd report for The Washington Post.

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Outgoing Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says the state's cap-and-invest system, which survived a repeal attempt, shows how state-driven climate action can endure despite federal setbacks.

Adam Aton reports for E&E News.

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