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Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

UK departments at odds over energy demands of AI datacentres

The UK government departments disagree on the electricity consumption of AI datacentres, raising concerns about environmental impacts and policy alignment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

In my apartment block's Room of Unlimited Magical Recycling Possibilities' I found not just freebies, but friends

The magic room was a community effort, maintained by many residents volunteering their time to keep it well organised and running smoothly. I often saw my neighbour, Wendy Showyin, when I stopped by.
Renovation
#energy-crisis
fromFortune
2 days ago
Europe politics

War in the Middle East is stressing Europe's hard-learned lessons about fossil fuel dependency from 2022 | Fortune

Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
Europe politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

War in the Middle East is stressing Europe's hard-learned lessons about fossil fuel dependency from 2022 | Fortune

Europe faces a severe energy crisis due to reliance on imports amid geopolitical tensions, necessitating a shift to homegrown energy sources.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
#fossil-fuels
fromTruthout
2 days ago
World politics

The First-Ever Conference to End Fossil Fuels Has to Address Militarism, Too

The U.S. and Israeli war on Iran exacerbates fossil fuel dependency and environmental crises, necessitating urgent global action to transition away from fossil fuels.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Environment

How frustration at Cop stalemates has inspired first global talks to ditch fossil fuels

A coalition of 54 countries aims to transition away from fossil fuels at the first conference in Santa Marta, Colombia, from April 24 to 29.
World politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

The First-Ever Conference to End Fossil Fuels Has to Address Militarism, Too

The U.S. and Israeli war on Iran exacerbates fossil fuel dependency and environmental crises, necessitating urgent global action to transition away from fossil fuels.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

How frustration at Cop stalemates has inspired first global talks to ditch fossil fuels

A coalition of 54 countries aims to transition away from fossil fuels at the first conference in Santa Marta, Colombia, from April 24 to 29.
#climate-change
fromFortune
3 days ago
Mental health

Climate activists realize that it's a bad look to be an 'eco-pooper,' embrace joy for a change | Fortune

Mental health
fromFortune
3 days ago

Climate activists realize that it's a bad look to be an 'eco-pooper,' embrace joy for a change | Fortune

Activists are using joy and community to combat climate change instead of focusing on sacrifice and doom.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Amid fuel crisis, a bold move to leave oil and gas behind

Cristian Retamal hopes the Colombia conference will initiate a global movement to transition away from fossil fuels and reduce dependence on them.
Environment
fromJezebel
4 days ago

The 'Age of Electricity' Brings Good Climate Change News for Once

The world is entering the Age of Electricity, with significant advancements in renewable energy despite ongoing climate challenges.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Officials hugely underestimated impact of AI datacentres on UK carbon emissions

The UK government significantly increased its estimate of AI-related carbon emissions, projecting up to 123 million tonnes over the next decade.
Miami food
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Trump administration attempt to gut Endangered Species Act hits roadblock

The proposed rewrite of the Endangered Species Act could worsen species decline and harm Florida's economy and environment.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
3 days ago

How NYC Is Scaling Its Climate Agenda

New York City is expanding climate investments in public housing while green infrastructure projects remain unfinished and concentrated in Brooklyn.
Science
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Earth Day Came Early This Year

The Overview Effect transforms humanity's perspective on Earth, fostering unity and inspiring environmental action through space exploration.
Europe news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Nuclear energy is having a global revival 40 years after Chernobyl

Nuclear power is experiencing a revival globally, driven by safety improvements and geopolitical factors, particularly the war in the Middle East.
#climate-policy
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Merz: Climate protection must not hold economy back

Climate protection policies must support economic growth and innovation, according to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
#solar-energy
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

EXCLUSIVE | Mamdani administration powers forward with solar panel push in NYC schools | amNewYork

New York City completes 130 solar panel installations in public schools, aiming for a sustainable future and increased renewable energy capacity.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

EXCLUSIVE | Mamdani administration powers forward with solar panel push in NYC schools | amNewYork

New York City completes 130 solar panel installations in public schools, aiming for a sustainable future and increased renewable energy capacity.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
fromState of the Planet
3 days ago

Why Climate Work Is Community Work

"The responders weren't just FEMA, it was people taking up direct collections for food, for clothing; it was a community response."
Online Community Development
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 days ago

The Biggest Sustainability Trends in Travel for 2026

Travel is shifting towards a regenerative mindset, focusing on improving communities and restoring nature rather than just minimizing harm.
#sustainability
E-Commerce
fromEarth911
3 days ago

7 Retailers With Impressive Recycling Programs

Retailers are implementing effective end-of-life product systems to combat plastic waste and promote recycling.
Business
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Environment
fromEarth911
6 days ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
E-Commerce
fromEarth911
3 days ago

7 Retailers With Impressive Recycling Programs

Retailers are implementing effective end-of-life product systems to combat plastic waste and promote recycling.
Business
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Environment
fromEarth911
6 days ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

For Earth Day, the Trump Administration Wants To Expand Highways Across America - Streetsblog USA

Expanding roadway capacity is a misguided approach to reducing traffic congestion, leading to increased pollution and fiscal waste.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

The Independent partners with WaterAid for Earth Day 2026

The Independent supports critical journalism and clean water initiatives, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and health conditions for women globally.
#energy-policy
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push

The government plans to weaken the link between electricity and gas prices to protect consumers from energy shocks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK shifts older wind and solar farms to fixed-price deals to reduce price shocks

The UK government plans to shift older wind and solar farms to fixed-price contracts to stabilize electricity costs amid gas market volatility.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push

The government plans to weaken the link between electricity and gas prices to protect consumers from energy shocks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK shifts older wind and solar farms to fixed-price deals to reduce price shocks

The UK government plans to shift older wind and solar farms to fixed-price contracts to stabilize electricity costs amid gas market volatility.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Heatwaves, floods and wildfires pose rising threat to democracy, report finds

Climate crisis increasingly disrupts elections, threatening democracy, particularly in fragile systems across Africa and Asia.
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

How California's Kids Are Taking On Big Oil

At his home in Pasadena, high schooler Atticus Jackson frantically shoved his belongings into his car as the sky turned a deep orange. A few hundred feet away, the fire climbed up the mountain and a cloud of red and gray smoke obscured the view.
Fundraising
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
Digital life
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The carbon cost of our clicks

The digital ecosystem significantly contributes to carbon emissions, with each user generating 229 kilograms of CO2 annually.
Environment
fromFast Company
11 hours ago

Microsoft hit pause on carbon removal purchases. Now what?

Microsoft's potential pause on carbon removal purchases has significant implications for the carbon removal industry.
fromSnowBrains
3 days ago

Former Aspen, CO, Employees Are Burning Fossil Fuels In The Name Of Sustainability - SnowBrains

Methane is a much more powerful greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide, and has contributed as much as 30% of the current warming of the planet.
Snowboarding
#eu-energy-policy
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Europe news

EU plans to cut electricity taxes to shield households from Iran war energy crisis

The EU plans to cut electricity taxes and incentivize clean energy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid the Iran war energy crisis.
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago
Europe news

EU proposes steps to deal with energy crisis amid Iran war

The EU has launched a toolbox to manage energy shocks and reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid rising costs and supply concerns.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

EU plans to cut electricity taxes to shield households from Iran war energy crisis

The EU plans to cut electricity taxes and incentivize clean energy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid the Iran war energy crisis.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

EU proposes steps to deal with energy crisis amid Iran war

The EU has launched a toolbox to manage energy shocks and reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid rising costs and supply concerns.
#clean-energy
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Federal judge blocks Trump administration restrictions on wind and solar projects

A federal judge ruled against Trump administration actions hindering clean energy development, issuing a preliminary injunction to protect solar and wind projects.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember

2025 marked a turning point for coal and gas power as low-emissions sources met all new global electricity demand for the first time.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Federal judge blocks Trump administration restrictions on wind and solar projects

A federal judge ruled against Trump administration actions hindering clean energy development, issuing a preliminary injunction to protect solar and wind projects.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember

2025 marked a turning point for coal and gas power as low-emissions sources met all new global electricity demand for the first time.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough

"A stellarator is a thing that is objectively very difficult to design, objectively very difficult to build, but if it works, it can control the burning hot plasma better than a tokamak."
Science
fromFortune
4 days ago

How the Iran energy crisis is supercharging Southeast Asia's EV transition | Fortune

"The energy crunch is doing much more to accelerate the EV transition than any message on climate change," said Lawrence Loh, who heads the Center for Governance and Sustainability at the National University of Singapore (NUS). "Ultimately, it's about what hits your pocket-and the Iran war hits your pocket right away."
Alternative transportation
#renewable-energy
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Reeves tightens windfall tax on renewables as ministers move to sever gas-electricity link

The windfall tax on renewable energy generators has increased to 55% to prevent excessive profits amid rising global gas prices.
Environment
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

New court ruling blocks many of the government's anti-renewable policies

New policies by the Corps of Engineers and the Department of the Interior must balance energy production with land use impacts.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
Environment
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Reeves tightens windfall tax on renewables as ministers move to sever gas-electricity link

The windfall tax on renewable energy generators has increased to 55% to prevent excessive profits amid rising global gas prices.
Environment
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

New court ruling blocks many of the government's anti-renewable policies

New policies by the Corps of Engineers and the Department of the Interior must balance energy production with land use impacts.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
Environment
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
#earth-day
Environment
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Earth Day is more important than ever in 2026: Here's a list of notable events happening around the world

Earth Day promotes environmental awareness and responsibility, originating in 1970, and continues to inspire global celebrations and actions for a healthier planet.
Environment
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Earth Day is more important than ever in 2026: Here's a list of notable events happening around the world

Earth Day promotes environmental awareness and responsibility, originating in 1970, and continues to inspire global celebrations and actions for a healthier planet.
Mental health
fromMail Online
11 years ago

The invention that provides Pacific sunshine in Britain

Real Sunlight clinics offer artificial sunshine to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder, which affects 2 million Britons, especially women.
Environment
fromEarth911
4 days ago

Most Americans Are Worried About the Environment. Is Congress?

More Americans believe the environment is in poor condition and want increased government action to address environmental issues.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

France climate targets off track as emissions cuts slow again

France's greenhouse gas emissions reductions have slowed, remaining insufficient to meet 2030 climate targets despite previous declines.
#jet-fuel
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations are underway due to pressure on stocks.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no current jet fuel shortages, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
5 days ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations are underway due to pressure on stocks.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no current jet fuel shortages, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
5 days ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

A new German-Polish project shows how cities can be heated without fossil fuels

Local leadership and cross-border collaboration in Görlitz and Zgorzelec aim to deliver cleaner, affordable heat and enhance energy security.
Environment
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Apple, Amazon join push for looser greenhouse emissions reporting

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol is considering stricter emissions reporting rules, facing pushback from major tech companies advocating for optional guidelines.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
1 month ago

'Continuity over novelty': why environmental science needs to rethink its focus

The closure of forest-service research offices threatens long-term ecological research and institutional memory in the US.
Environment
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Greenhouse gases from data center boom could outpace entire nations

New gas projects for data centers in the US may emit more greenhouse gases than Morocco in 2024.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

On Earth Day, remember the people defending the planet

Grassroots activists play a crucial role in environmental victories, often unrecognized, yet their efforts lead to significant change and protection of ecosystems.
Environment
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Suffering from Eco-Paralysis? Here's What You Can Do

Many Americans feel climate distress and eco-paralysis, which can lead to action and improved mental health through engagement with climate emotions.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
1 month ago

The Climate Crisis

At a young age, I learned quickly how oil wealth and power could burn the land while people struggled. I saw heat rise off the streets, the Nile strained, and the air thickened with injustice. In my teenage years, through Aotearoa, being on the edge of the Pacific, I felt the ocean breathing heavy, swallowing the shores of islands that have done the least to cause this harm.
Photography
Environment
fromKqed
5 days ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Global growth in solar "the largest ever observed for any source"

"The absolute increase of solar PV generation in 2025 is the largest ever observed for any source, excluding years marked by rebounds from global economic shocks such as COVID-19."
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Climate groups sue US government over approval of new BP project in Gulf of Mexico

The Trump administration has teed up the entire Gulf region for a Deepwater Horizon sequel with its approval of BP's extremely risky ultra-deepwater drilling project, said Brettny Hardy, senior attorney at Earthjustice, one of the groups.
Environment
#fossil-fuels-advocacy
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Woman who won legal case over greenhouse emissions awarded top environmental prize

Sarah Finch's legal campaign led to a UK supreme court ruling that significantly impacts fossil fuel project approvals and earned her the Goldman Environmental Prize.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Record number of homes in Great Britain turn to green energy as fuel prices soar

Octopus Energy reported that its heat pump orders more than doubled in March compared to February, while sales of solar power systems increased by almost 80%. This trend reflects a growing consumer shift towards renewable energy solutions.
Environment
Environment
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

What you need to know before emissions regulators come knocking | Computer Weekly

IT infrastructure carbon emissions reporting is becoming a global regulatory requirement with strict compliance standards.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Emerging legislation would shield polluters from liability for climate change

Dozens of local communities, states, and individuals are suing major oil and gas companies and their trade associations over rising climate costs and for allegedly lying to consumers about climate change risks and solutions. At the same time, some states are enacting or considering laws modeled after the federal Superfund program that would impose retroactive liability on large fossil fuel producers and levy a one-time charge on them to help fund climate adaptation and resiliency measures.
Environment
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The Fight Over US Climate Rules Is Just Beginning

On Thursday, the Environmental Protection Agency is expected to roll back the endangerment finding, which underpins the US's ability to regulate the greenhouse gases that cause climate change. The rollback, the result of more than 15 years of work from right-wing special interest groups, represents the most aggressive move against climate regulation in the US to date-and will introduce a lengthy fight that's almost certain to wind up in front of the Supreme Court.
Environment
Environment
fromNature
1 month ago

US climate actions must continue, despite setbacks

The EPA's rescission of the Clean Air Act's endangerment finding removes the legal foundation for federal climate policies, though states and cities continue advancing clean-energy technologies independently.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Economic growth is still heating the planet. Is there any way out?

Economic growth is increasingly linked to rising emissions, prompting post-growth economists to advocate replacing GDP with wellbeing-centered measures to reduce environmental harm.
Environment
fromNature
2 months ago

The global plastics treaty can be saved - here's how to break the deadlock

Plastic pollution is globally pervasive, causes long-term harm and greenhouse-gas emissions, and international treaty negotiations are currently deadlocked.
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Global warming isn't a hoax; it's a scientific consensus

Scientific consensus from 97-99% of climate scientists confirms Earth is warming primarily due to human activity, not natural cycles alone.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UN approves first carbon credits under Paris Agreement market mechanism

The UN-run market allows companies and countries to offset their excess emissions by financing projects that cut greenhouse gases in other nations. The new initiative involves a clean cooking project in Myanmar, which distributes efficient cookstoves that reduce pressure on local forests. Implemented in partnership with a South Korean company, the project will generate credits that will count towards the climate targets of South Korea and Myanmar.
Environment
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