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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.

Europe Faces a Growing Water Crisis: Satellite Data Reveals Uneven Distribution and Looming Shortages

Europe Faces a Growing Water Crisis: Satellite Data Reveals Uneven Distribution and Looming Shortages

Recent scientific analysis utilizing satellite technology has revealed a concerning and increasingly evident imbalance in European water resources. While northern regions of the continent are experiencing increased precipitation, a significant portion of southern and southeastern Europe is facing escalating water scarcity. This isn't simply a matter of temporary

Cultivating Stability: The Benefits of Local, Seasonal Food Production

Cultivating Stability: The Benefits of Local, Seasonal Food Production

In an era of increasing global uncertainty, a renewed focus on self-sufficiency and sustainable practices is gaining momentum. One of the most accessible and impactful ways individuals can contribute to both their own well-being and the health of the planet is through backyard gardening. Cultivating a garden that prioritizes local,

Earth's Deepening Warmth: A Global Temperature Shift from Atmosphere to Ocean

Earth's Deepening Warmth: A Global Temperature Shift from Atmosphere to Ocean

The planet is undeniably warming, a phenomenon typically discussed in terms of rising surface temperatures. However, the Earth's climate is undergoing a comprehensive transformation, extending from the highest reaches of the atmosphere to the deepest parts of the ocean. A clear signature of human activity, primarily the emission

Growing Concerns Over Massive Gas Power Plant Development in Texas

Growing Concerns Over Massive Gas Power Plant Development in Texas

Texas is rapidly becoming a focal point for a significant expansion of gas-powered energy infrastructure, particularly driven by the increasing energy demands of data centers. Recent approvals for exceptionally large projects are raising concerns among environmental advocates and local communities about the potential impact on air quality and greenhouse gas

Meta and Zelestra Power Up Renewable Energy with New Texas Solar Agreement

Meta and Zelestra Power Up Renewable Energy with New Texas Solar Agreement

A significant development in the renewable energy sector has been announced with a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) between Zelestra and Meta Platforms, Inc. The agreement encompasses the 176 MWdc (136 MWaac) Skull Creek Solar Plant, located in Anderson, Texas. This collaboration underscores Meta’s continued commitment to powering its

Legal Challenge Launched Against Government's Deep-Sea Mining License Approval

Legal Challenge Launched Against Government's Deep-Sea Mining License Approval

Environmental advocacy has taken a significant turn with the launch of a legal challenge by a prominent environmental organization against the United Kingdom government. The challenge specifically targets the government's decision to grant exploration licenses for deep-sea mining in the Pacific Ocean to a company identified by critics

Facing the Tide: UK Invests £30 Million to Adapt to Coastal Erosion Crisis

Facing the Tide: UK Invests £30 Million to Adapt to Coastal Erosion Crisis

For the residents of Hemsby in Norfolk, the looming threat of coastal erosion is not a distant environmental concern – it is a stark and immediate reality. The past month has witnessed an unprecedented series of winter storms and surges, culminating in the devastating loss of over 10 meters of cliff