Thursday, August 7, 2025

Big ag influence over UN Food Systems Summit criticized by green farming advocates

Industry-backed solutions and net zero targets are insufficient to slash agriculture’s emissions, some experts warn.

Spain to ban plastic wrap for fruits and veggies

The plastic waste used to wrap fruits and vegetables has been opposed by environmental groups both in Spain and abroad.

Move or change: How plants and animals are trying to survive a warming world

Thor Hanson’s new book explains the biology behind climate change and why some species may be better able to survive a quickly changing planet.

Green hydrogen’s rapidly falling costs undermine the gas industry’s argument for blue hydrogen

Aside from those and other specific uses, the idea of a hydrogen economy should be retired, whether it’s blue or green.

Water protectors challenge Minnesota AG Keith Ellison’s silence on Line 3 Pipeline

"What will you do about the frivolous charges brought against over 800 people drawing attention to Line 3's climate impacts and civil rights violations?"

EPA to curb HFCs, severe climate-damaging pollutants used as coolants

Scientists estimate that a global push to reduce HFCs could avoid a half degree Celsius of global warming over this century.

‘Groundbreaking’ win as court rules USFWS can’t ignore climate impacts on Joshua Tree

“Joshua trees will be in danger of extinction throughout most of their current range by century’s end from climate change-driven habitat loss, invasive grass-fueled wildfire, and other stressors.”

Rapid shift to clean energy could save ‘trillions.’ But corporate-backed groups are fighting the...

Wind, solar, and batteries are already the cheapest source of electricity and an aggressive shift to clean energy makes more economic sense than a slow one, according to a new study. However, an enormous lobbying effort is underway to block climate policy in the $3.5 trillion budget bill under consideration.

WHO updates Air Quality Guidelines

The WHO determined that air pollution inflicts on human health at even lower concentrations than previously understood.

How an ancient irrigation method makes sustainable life possible in the U.S. Southwest

Time-proven acequia irrigation systems already in use in New Mexico make it possible for people to thrive in arid regions.