Climate: Trump vs. California
At least a half-dozen federal agencies have moved to undermine the state’s environmental efforts.
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Climate: Saving Old Trees Might Save Lives
We know that trees are good for cities. A new study finds that mature trees are especially good.
How Trump Is Trying to Crush California’s Climate Policies
At least a half-dozen federal agencies have taken action against the state that has led the nation in environmental protections.
Lake Powell Hits Lowest Level On Record As Water Crisis Continues
Levels in Lakes Mead and Powell have not been so low since 1957, underscoring a water crisis that plagues seven states that rely on the Colorado River.
How the Iran War Made Africa’s Richest Man Even Richer
Africans have turned to one of their own for fuel as the world’s supplies run low. But they are not the only ones with the continent’s richest man on speed dial.
Trump Administration Moves to Allow Logging in Pristine National Forests
The move to repeal the ‘roadless rule’ would pave the way for road construction and logging in nearly 45 million acres of untouched back country.
Mining Claims Staked on Land Cut From Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Monuments
Prospectors are eyeing mineral deposits within the former boundaries of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah.
Why Europe Keeps Being Pummeled by Heat Waves
The whole planet is warming, but changes in weather patterns could help explain why the continent is suffering so many bouts of severe heat.
Judge Rejects Suit Against University of Michigan That Sought Emails on Climate Law
A conservative group had tried to force the University of Michigan to hand over messages from a law professor who worked on “climate superfund” bills.
Federal Job Cuts Are Making Wildfires Harder to Fight
The Trump administration pushed out thousands of veteran U.S. Forest Service staff. An ‘extraordinary’ fire season is testing those who are left.
Effects of Record-Breaking El Niño Are Happening on 3 Continents
The recurring climate phenomenon is expected to peak later this year, but it is already causing dry spells and crop failures on three continents.
Trump Administration Kills Annual Arctic Report Card
The top of the world is warming faster than any other region. For 20 years, the Arctic Report Card chronicled the extraordinary transformation.