Climate, Environment & Energy

Stay informed on the critical issues shaping our planet's future. Our climate, environment & energy section delivers in-depth reporting on the climate crisis, exploring the latest scientific findings, policy debates, and solutions for a sustainable world. We cover topics ranging from extreme weather events and renewable energy advancements to conservation efforts, pollution challenges, and the transition to a cleaner energy economy.

Unexpected Support: Trump Voters Favor Solar Power, Especially When Made in the U.S.

Despite the Trump administration's consistent opposition to renewable energy sources, a recent poll indicates that a significant majority of voters aligned with the former president support solar power, particularly when domestically manufactured. The survey, conducted by Fabrizio, Lee & Associates and shared exclusively with Axios, polled a group

Central America Advances Energy Transition with New Roadmap and Regional Alliance

Guatemala has taken a significant stride toward a cleaner energy future in Central America by unveiling its national energy roadmap to 2040 at the SER 2026 summit. The event, organized by the Asociación de Generadores con Energía Renovable (AGER), also marked a pivotal regional development with the formal launch of

Climate Crisis and Economic Collapse: The Failure of Traditional Economic Models

Experts are increasingly warning that current economic models fail to adequately account for the accelerating impacts of the climate crisis, potentially leading to a global financial crash. This failure, they argue, is particularly concerning because recovery from such a collapse would be significantly more difficult than the recovery following the

The Unsustainable Path: Questioning Economic Growth in the Face of Climate Change

During the Cop30 negotiations in Brazil, a recurring argument emerged: the pursuit of economic growth is often framed as unavoidable, even when considering the escalating impacts of climate change. Since the inception of the Conference of the Parties (COP) in the 1990s, developed nations have generally accepted less stringent emissions

Adapting to a Changing Climate: The Future of Agricultural Resilience in the Midwest

The agricultural landscape of the Midwest is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by increasingly unpredictable and extreme weather patterns. Farmers like Jessica Krupicka of Heritage Hill Farm in Ames, Iowa, are experiencing firsthand the challenges posed by heavier downpours and more erratic temperature swings. These shifts necessitate constant adaptation, from

The Enduring Power of Fossil Fuels Versus the Promise of Renewable Energy

Fossil fuels have historically dictated the structure of power, demanding vast financial investment to extract, concentrate, and defend these finite resources. In contrast, renewable energy offers a paradigm shift, promising lower long-term costs, stronger local economies, and enhanced community resilience during systemic failures. The current administration, led by President Trump,

Electric Vehicle Adoption Linked to Improved Air Quality in California

A recent study published in The Lancet Planetary Health provides compelling evidence linking the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids to a measurable improvement in air quality within California. The research, which analyzed data from 2019 to 2023, indicates a significant reduction in nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels