Wednesday, April 1, 2026

The fossil fuel industry wants to keep new buildings dependent on gas

26 U.S. states have passed laws designed to prevent towns, cities, and other local governments from crafting new “natural gas bans” or enforcing those laws.

Greenpeace faces $300 million lawsuit that puts the longtime environmental nonprofit at risk of...

The trial began Monday in North Dakota, and, if successful, the lawsuit could bankrupt the nonprofit.

Environmental groups sue Trump over offshore drilling expansion threatening coastal waters

Conservationists challenge Trump’s executive orders to revoke ocean protections, warning of devastating impacts on marine ecosystems, coastal economies, and the fight against climate change.

Fur seal populations in California increase after near extinction

The population has grown rapidly, and in 2024, biologists recorded 2,133 fur seals, including 1,276 pups.

Domestic solar energy production reaches milestone mark

Surpassing 50 GW in capacity, this is enough energy to power approximately 37.5 million homes.

UK agency developing early warning system for major climate tipping points

The new system will use drones, plankton bloom patterns and cosmic ray detection combined with artificial intelligence and detailed, cutting-edge computer models.

With just 5 years to go, the world is failing on a vital deal...

Biodiversity refers to the richness and variety within and between plant and animal species, and within ecosystems. This diversity is declining faster than at any time in human history.

NOAA imposes restrictions on scientists, raising concerns over global forecasting

Current and former high-level scientists with the federal agency said the new rules have created unease and caused alarm with partners at European agencies.

22 Republican Attorneys General sue New York over climate change Superfund Act

Legal challenge seeks to block state’s effort to make fossil fuel companies pay for climate damages.