Thursday, March 28, 2024
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Hurricane Michael pummels communities in Florida, a state led by a climate change-denying governor

It is the third most powerful storm to ever hit the U.S. mainland, and meteorologists say it is supercharged by warmer-than-usual water in the Gulf of Mexico.

Progressive Briefing for Wednesday, October 10

Judge throws out felony charges against climate deniers, the top immigrant-friendly cities in the United States, Nikki Haley resigns as UN ambassador, and more.

10 worst plastic polluting companies found by global cleanups

In the U.S. specifically, a total of 70 cleanups determined that Nestlé, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola were the worst corporate plastic polluters, in that order.
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Climate scientist: As UN warns of global catastrophe, we need a ‘Marshall Plan’ for...

Or otherwise, millions will be imperiled by increasing droughts, floods, fires and poverty.

Dutch court of appeals upheld aggressive greenhouse gas emissions reduction, puts government on notice

"The court of appeal's decision puts all governments on notice. They must act now, or they will be held to account."

Progressive Briefing for Monday, October 8

Humans, fish and other animals are consuming microfibers in our food and water, Trump's pick for energy innovation is invested in Big Oil, and Susan Collins' challenger raises millions after vote for Kavanaugh.

In the race to achieve zero hunger and mitigate climate change, we must look...

"In the race to beat food insecurity, achieve zero hunger, and address climate change, we must pay attention to the soil."

Trump’s pick to lead energy tech innovation program is invested in gas utilities and...

The backdrop to Lane Genatowski’s nomination is an overall uncertainty over the future of the very agency he’s supposed to lead.

Scientists’ urge international body to protect and regrow forests as a real climate issue

"...our message as scientists is simple: Our planet's future climate is inextricably tied to the future of its forests."

8 world cities that could be underwater as oceans rise

"These global metropolises may look strong and stable, but it is a mirage. As sea levels rise, they are increasingly under threat and under water."