Monday, July 6, 2026

Smoke from western wildfires to spread as far as New York

Wildfire smoke is a problem because it contributes to air pollution.

Kochs’ Americans for Prosperity group launches campaign to crush fuel economy standards

Through social media feeds of the many AFP state chapters, the group is promoting a petition to “Repeal Costly Obama-era Fuel Standards.”

As New York takes Exxon to court, Big Oil’s strategy against climate lawsuits is...

“Through the 2000s and 2010s, ExxonMobil used proxies, employed other indirect means, and itself continued to make statements that cast doubt on the role of fossil fuels in causing climate change.”

Huntington Beach oil spill shows why we need to be free from fossil fuels

"Big Oil's offshore drilling puts the health of our communities, our local economies, and our planet at risk."

How IOGCC Spawned the Lawsuit That Just Overturned BLM Fracking Regulations on Public Lands

The Obama Administration has not indicated whether it intends to appeal the ruling.

Tiny plastic particles accumulating in river headwaters: Study

The study found that in slow-flowing stream headwaters—often located in remote, biodiverse regions—microplastics accumulated quicker and stayed longer than in faster flowing stretches of river.

Groups challenge fracking plan for Ohio’s only national forest

The Wayne is Ohio's only national forest and it belongs to the people and should be preserved for generations to come.

‘Divest The Globe’ protests urge banks to cut ties with fossil fuels

“The system is not going to break people down. We will stand stronger together no matter the distance.”

Trump bashes Puerto Rico mayor and victims of Hurricane Maria

President Trump has pledged federal help to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, but a date has not been set to send help and funds.