Tag: fossil fuels
Record heatwave threatens 130 million Americans as climate crisis escalates
"Both the record-breaking temperatures and the duration of heat present a clear and present danger, particularly for children, elders, people with disabilities, and people who work outside."
Climate activists in New England can finally celebrate ‘the end of...
Activists know better: Nonviolent direct action gets the goods.
Fossil fuel footprint: Corals reveal industrial pollution’s deep sea impact
New study uncovers historical pollutants from burning fossil fuels in Mediterranean corals, highlighting human influence on marine ecosystems.
LNG exports: Profit for speculators, cost for consumers and climate
"Record LNG exports drive up home heating prices for Americans, and line the pockets of fossil fuel CEOs."
Corporate promotion of carbon capture and storage contradicts science, study finds
Report shows oil and gas companies are spreading confusion over the science of climate change solutions, leading to “misguided” ideas behind CCS use.
California pension funds have billions invested in fossil fuel companies named...
The two funds are resisting pressure from legislators and activists to shed their gas and oil holdings.
Toxins from Marathon refinery fire leaked 15 hours before evacuation called
Documents reveal air monitoring detected carcinogens from burning petroleum; residents with respiratory issues file lawsuit.
Fossil fuel companies ask Hawaii Supreme Court to dismiss Honolulu’s climate...
Honolulu has sued Big Oil over the costs of adapting to weather extremes—including bigger fire risks.
Wealthiest 10% of Americans responsible for 40% of U.S. greenhouse gas...
“In this way, we could really incentivize the Americans who are driving and profiting the most from climate change to decarbonize their industries and investments."
Analysis details how Wall Street underwriting quietly funnels billions into fossil...
"Underwriting is a huge missing piece of net-zero transition plans, allowing big U.S. banks to continue to help fossil fuel companies raise billions of dollars with limited scrutiny," said one campaigner.
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Uncertainty looms over Trump’s assassination attempt: FBI questions details
FBI Director Christopher Wray’s testimony reveals doubts about whether Donald Trump was hit by a bullet or shrapnel during an assassination attempt, raising questions about the investigation’s progress and transparency.
Vance’s popularity crisis: Can the RNC afford to keep him on the ticket?
Polling reveals deep unpopularity for GOP vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance, raising questions about the Republican Party’s strategy and the potential consequences for the 2024 election.
American healthcare workers demand Biden and Harris end support for Israeli assault on Gaza
As President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, American healthcare workers who volunteered in Gaza urge U.S. leaders to end Israel’s assault, citing the atrocities witnessed firsthand.
Public opposition to Project 2025 surges as Trump distances himself
Awareness and disapproval of Project 2025 increase significantly despite Trump’s attempts to disassociate from the controversial conservative policy agenda.
730 million people faced hunger last year: A global crisis demanding urgent action
The latest UN report reveals alarming levels of hunger and malnutrition, highlighting the need for urgent political and financial commitments to address food insecurity worldwide.