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theconversation.comfinance8 hrs ago
Global CO2-Equivalent Emissions Rose 1.1 Percent to 41 Billion Tons in 2025
The Energy Institute released its 2026 Statistical Review of World Energy on July 13, 2026. Emissions rose 1.1 percent to 41.0 billion metric tons despite renewable growth.
The Guardianscience9 hrs ago
Water Lettuce Covered 70 Percent of El Salvador Lake in 2025
The Guardian reported that invasive water lettuce blanketed nearly 70 percent of Lake Suchitlán by August 2025, triggering a fish die-off and forcing fishers to seek other work. Tourism declined as the water turned opaque and foul-smelling. No official explanation has been issued…
Euronewsworld9 hrs ago
Greek Authorities Plan 30-Metre Gravel Extension of Navagio Beach to Move Shipwreck Farther from Sea
Greek authorities will extend Navagio Beach on Zakynthos by 30 metres using gravel to move the shipwreck farther from the sea. The beach stays closed to visitors through October 2026 over landslide risks.
The Guardianscience11 hrs ago
England Nature Plan Identifies 32% of Land for 2030 Target but Relies on Voluntary Landowner Action
The government published a strategy on Monday that identifies potential land for the 30by30 goal but creates no new legal protections. Critics described the approach as insufficient with four years remaining.
news.sky.comworld14 hrs ago
UK Water Companies Introduce Hosepipe Bans for Millions Amid Hot Weather
The Independent reported that several English water firms have imposed hosepipe bans affecting millions of customers as the third heatwave of 2026 raises drought risks. June set new temperature records across the country.
washingtonpost.comworld14 hrs ago
Italian Dairy Farms Add Cooling Systems as Heatwaves Cut Milk Output
Farmers in Emilia-Romagna now run fans and mist systems around the clock to protect cows that supply milk for Parmigiano Reggiano. Energy use at aging warehouses rose about 30 percent during this year's peak heat periods.
news.sky.comworld14 hrs ago
More Than 80 French Departments Enact Water-Use Limits
Rivers and groundwater levels have fallen across France, triggering restrictions in more than 80 departments that include agricultural uses. A hydrologist described the shift from February moisture peaks to near-record drought conditions by summer.
news.google.compolitics14 hrs ago
Kenya-UK Bilateral Trade Surpasses Sh340 Billion One Year After Strategic Partnership Signed
Bilateral trade between Kenya and the United Kingdom reached a record Sh340 billion. British companies employ about 250,000 Kenyans and projects under the partnership are projected to support more than 100,000 jobs. The two countries have also begun talks on a digital trade agree…
Euronewsworld14 hrs ago
EU Shark Fin Exports Drop 15 Percent in 2025 to 3,000 Tonnes
Member states exported nearly 3,000 tonnes of shark fins worth around €45 billion outside the bloc last year. The decline follows new CITES inspection rules and an expanded protected species list.
business1 hr agoUpdated
South Bow to Pay $26.9 Million Penalty and Spend $40 Million on Pipeline Safety After 2022 Kansas Spill
A proposed settlement filed in U.S. District Court in Kansas requires South Bow to pay a civil penalty and spend roughly $40 million on prevention measures after the largest onshore crude pipeline spill in the United States in nine years. The agreement resolves allegations that t…
vox.comworld16 hrs ago
Salt Lake City and Billings Reach 109°F, Breaking All-Time Records
Salt Lake City and Billings both reached 109°F on June 21, 2026, setting all-time highs. The heat also hampered wildfire fighting in Colorado and Utah.
rt.comscience12 hrs agoUpdated
More Than 2,700 Heat-Related Deaths Estimated in England and Wales During May and June Heatwaves
Estimates attribute around 550 deaths to late May and nearly 2,200 to mid-to-late June. June 2026 set a new record for warmth in England.
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nbcnews.comworld1 day ago
France Places 37 Departments on Red Heatwave Alert While Water Systems Meet Higher Summer Demand
Water consumption increased 10% to 50% in June from 2025 levels. Vendée and 36 other departments entered red alert on July 12.
earther.gizmodo.comworld1 day ago
Scientists Develop Drone Tools for Volcano Gas Measurements
Researchers are advancing drone-based systems to measure volcanic gases with greater accuracy and reduced risk. The work aims to improve eruption forecasting after 15 years of drone monitoring use.
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world1 day ago
Tasmania Added Nest Setbacks and Habitat Buffers Before Logging 49-Hectare Coupe in Lonnavale
Abc reported that logging continued in a key breeding area after more than 100 swift parrot sightings prompted extra reviews by the Forest Practices Authority. The regulator described the added workload as unsustainable. Four more coupes are scheduled for harvest in the next 18 m…
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
World Sailing Begins Study of Olympic Equipment Environmental Impact
World Sailing is measuring the environmental impact of boats and gear used in Olympic sailing. The project will identify changes to reduce emissions and waste by the end of 2026.
wral.compolitics1 day ago
Film on Proposed Grays Bay Road and Port Released During Nunavut Impact Review
The Kugluktuk Angoniatit Association released a documentary this week on the Grays Bay project. The film highlights concerns over effects on the Dolphin and Union caribou herd and calls for greater consultation.
Nprscience1 day ago
Senegal Tests Adding Fish to Rice Fields to Reduce Snails and Raise Yields
Researchers released tilapia and African bonytongue into 60 rice fields in the Senegal River valley. The project tests whether the fish can reduce schistosomiasis infections while increasing rice production and farmer income. NPR reported the effort expands on a smaller pilot com…
abcnews.go.comworld1 day ago
New Jersey Fire Departments Remove 150,000 Gallons of PFAS Foam and Switch to Soybean-Based Alternative
Hundreds of New Jersey fire departments are disposing of aqueous film-forming foam containing PFAS. The state has sent all collected foam to an Ohio facility for destruction. Firefighters report personal health concerns tied to past exposure.
Washington Examinerpolitics2 days ago
Wyoming Governor Plans Court Challenge as California Bill Advances on Oakland Coal Terminal
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon said he will sue if California blocks the West Gateway Terminal in Oakland. The project received $75 million in federal funding under the Defense Production Act last month.
thestreet.compolitics2 days ago
Microsoft, Amazon and Google emissions rose nearly a fifth while Google reported AI systems cut 41 million tonnes elsewhere
The three companies emitted 119 million metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent in the financial year ending March 2026, up from 101 million the prior year. The Guardian reported the increase was driven largely by datacentre construction.
theconversation.comworld2 days ago
Study finds tire particles can enter crops via soil
Israeli researchers documented tire-wear particles moving from road surfaces into agricultural soil and then into edible plants. The findings identify a direct route connecting vehicle emissions to the food supply.
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freepressjournal.inworld2 days ago
Peru Cancels Anchovy Fishing Season as El Niño Shifts Catches
Peruvian officials imposed an indefinite ban on anchovy fishing from April to July. Southern California fishers reported record tuna catches while prices for some species doubled in Peru. The changes stem from El Niño ocean conditions.
theblaze.combusiness2 days ago
Microsoft Reports 25 Percent Rise in Greenhouse Gas Emissions for Fiscal 2025
Microsoft emitted 20 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent in fiscal year 2025, up from 16 million the prior year. The increase stems mainly from data center expansion, even as the company matched all electricity use with carbon-free sources. Google and Amazon reported similar em…
world2 days ago
Outgoing Colombia environment minister warns incoming administration could reverse climate policies
The outgoing environment minister said the incoming government supports fracking and fossil fuel development and expressed concern over climate skepticism among some officials. She cited risks to deforestation reduction, ecosystem restoration, and Indigenous territorial governanc…
riotimesonline.compolitics3 days ago
Brazil Amazon Deforestation Falls 38 Percent in First Half of 2026
Official data show 1,295 square kilometres cleared from January to June, the lowest six-month total since 2016. The decline comes as President Lula da Silva campaigns for re-election.
tvinsider.comsports3 days ago
World Cup Matches Played in Record Heat as Organizers Adjust Schedules
A France versus Paraguay match occurred in 38C evening temperatures in Philadelphia. The Norway versus England semifinal is scheduled in Miami where the feels-like temperature may reach 43C.
nationalpost.comworld3 days ago
EPA Approves Five PFAS Pesticides During Second Trump Administration
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved three new PFAS pesticides last week for use on U.S. crops. Two more were approved in November 2025. Nearly 40 percent of nonorganic California produce already contains traces of such chemicals.
deadline.combusiness3 days ago
Public Sessions on Bay du Nord Oil Project End in St. John's as Environmental Concerns Are Raised
The Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Energy Regulator concluded its final public review session on the Bay du Nord project in St. John's on Thursday. Feedback included support for long-term economic benefits alongside concerns over environmental risks. The regulator plan…
abcnews.go.comworld3 days ago
Saharan dust plume reaches Gulf Coast
A plume of Saharan dust has crossed the Atlantic and is spreading across Florida and the Gulf Coast. Combined with a heat dome, the dust is expected to produce hazy skies and feels-like temperatures near 110 degrees through early next week.
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news.google.comworld3 days ago
Newfoundland and Labrador Wildfires Burn 44,600 Hectares in 2026
The province recorded 104 wildfires through early July amid severe drought in Labrador. A provincewide fire ban remains in effect until at least July 17.
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
Eurostar Raises Heat Tolerance Requirement for New Trains to 55 Degrees Celsius
Eurostar has directed manufacturers to equip up to 50 new trains with air conditioning that functions at 55 degrees Celsius. The trains are scheduled to enter service in 2031 and operate into the 2060s.
ndtv.comtechnology3 days ago
Microsoft Reports 25 Percent Rise in Carbon Emissions for 2025
The increase stems mainly from AI data center expansion. The company matched 100 percent of its electricity use with renewables and replenished more water than it withdrew.
theconversation.comscience3 days ago
Desert Rain Frog Classified Vulnerable on IUCN Red List
The desert rain frog was listed as vulnerable this week, with its population projected to fall 20 percent over the next decade without conservation. Mining and development threaten most of its narrow coastal range in South Africa and Namibia.
bbc.co.ukscience3 days ago
World Cup Adds Hydration Breaks and Air Conditioning While Stadium Workers Lack Same Heat Protections
Grist reported that hydration breaks and air conditioning at 2026 World Cup venues protect players but leave concession, cleaning, security and parking staff exposed. Several host cities recorded high heat index values last week while workers reported limited access to water and…
winnipegfreepress.comworld3 days ago
Climate models gain precision as political scrutiny increases
Researchers can now complete attribution studies during ongoing heat waves. A National Academies report on the field is scheduled for release July 16.
abcnews.go.compolitics3 days ago
Potomac River hits 94 degrees, triggering fish kill near Little Falls
Maryland officials recorded a record water temperature of 94 degrees in the Potomac River on July 4. The extreme heat contributed to a fish kill spanning nearly 14 miles.
claimsjournal.compolitics4 days ago
New York Attorney General Sues Five Firms Alleging PFAS Concealment
New York Attorney General Letitia James filed suit on Thursday against five companies, including 3M and DuPont. The complaint alleges the firms concealed the toxicity and persistence of PFAS chemicals while contaminating the environment.
world4 days ago
Los Angeles Warehouse Fire Led to Air-Quality Testing and Elevated Emergency Visits
A June 17 fire at a Lineage cold-storage facility in Boyle Heights burned for one week and triggered a state of emergency. Onterris, formerly CTEH, conducted testing and reported good air quality, while ER visits tripled nearby.
arstechnica.comtechnology4 days ago
UAE satellite constellation and U.S. mosquito protection efforts reported
CNN reported an infectious disease specialist taking extra precautions during record heat and the UAE developing AI-enabled satellites for a new constellation.
theconversation.comworld4 days ago
Victoria Removes Timber By-Product from State Forests After 2024 Harvesting Ban
Abc reported that environmental groups have questioned the removal of native timber debris from Victorian state forests for fire management. The state released a framework in April 2026 allowing sales of some by-product with revenue directed to traditional owners.
winnipegfreepress.comworld4 days ago
Arizona Man Gets Probation, No Fine After Pleading Guilty to Forest Violations
Mark Aaron Gatz, 65, received time served plus three years of probation after pleading guilty to fire restriction violations and illegal residence in Tonto National Forest. He was arrested June 25 with an active campfire during restrictions.
arynews.tvscience4 days ago
France Experiences Early Extreme Heat; Cities Test Adaptation Measures
France is enduring its third heatwave of the season before Bastille Day, with hospitals strained, wildfires spreading, and riverbeds drying. Officials are examining how existing buildings and water systems can be adapted for extreme heat.
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upi.compolitics4 days ago
EPA Proposes Easing Some Heavy-Duty Truck Emissions Rules While Increasing Projected Pollution
The Environmental Protection Agency seeks to weaken and delay two provisions on emissions technology warranties and useful life. Agency analysis projects higher nitrogen oxide output from trucks alongside per-engine savings for operators.
abcnews.go.comworld4 days ago
African countries secure $900 million for clean cooking access
African countries obtained $900 million in new funding commitments for clean cooking technologies during a virtual meeting convened by the International Energy Agency and Kenya. The pledges bring total commitments since 2024 to more than $3.1 billion.
kpbs.orgworld4 days ago
El Niño intensifies with 81% chance of reaching very strong status
An El Niño that formed last month has reached moderate strength and is forecast to become very strong by fall. Ocean temperatures are at or near record highs for this time of year.
globalnews.caai4 days ago
Microsoft Reports 25% Rise in Carbon Emissions for 2025
Microsoft stated its carbon emissions increased 25% in 2025. The company linked the rise to spending on artificial intelligence data centers.
Al-Monitorworld4 days ago
US Forecasters Say 81 Percent Chance El Niño Peaks Very Strong This Fall
US forecasters said the weather pattern gained strength over the past month and is highly likely to rank among the largest on record when it peaks between October and December. There is an 81 percent chance of a very strong event and a 97 percent chance it persists into early spr…
espn.comworld4 days ago
Colorado State University lowers 2026 Atlantic hurricane forecast
Researchers now project nine named storms, four hurricanes and one major hurricane for the season. The updated outlook reflects an El Niño pattern that arrived in late spring.
globalnews.caworld4 days ago
Nova Scotia Father-Son Team Unveils 3D Wildfire Mapping Software
Barry Stevens and Noah Stevens of Wasoqopa'q First Nation created FireGuardian to simulate wildfire spread and test mitigation measures. They will present the tool to an Assembly of First Nations committee in Ottawa next week. The software combines topographic, weather and forest…
The Japan Timesworld4 days ago
Cambodia Approves Tiger Reintroduction Plan from India Starting 2027 Despite Local Concerns
The environment ministry endorsed a plan to bring tigers to Cardamom National Park after a decade of local extinction. The project carries a budget of nearly $43 million through 2030 and faces questions over prey and local input.
theconversation.comscience4 days ago
British Conservationists Collect New Forest Cicada Eggs from French Base
The Species Recovery Trust gathered 20 bracken stems with cicada eggs from a military academy in Brittany. The samples were transported to Paultons Park Zoo in Hampshire last month. The project aims to reintroduce the species last recorded in the UK in the 1990s.
The Guardianscience4 days ago
Mental health hospital admissions among children rise on hotter days, study finds
A University of Sydney study of New South Wales data from 2001 to 2022 found mental health admissions increased on days with above-average temperatures. Researchers linked the rise to heat's effects on sleep, stress responses, and mood regulation.
axios.comworld4 days agoUpdated
Western Europe Records Hottest June on Record
Western Europe posted its hottest June on record last month, with average temperatures reaching 20.74C. A late-month heatwave drove the record and contributed to thousands of deaths.
globalnews.capolitics4 days ago
UK June Temperature Record Set as Air-Conditioning Heat Pumps Gain Subsidy Eligibility
Temperatures reached 37.7C across the UK. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero set grants for air-to-air heat pumps at £2,500 while requiring MCS certification that remains unavailable.
winnipegfreepress.comworld5 days ago
Arizona Man Pleads Guilty to Forest Violations, Receives Probation and Fine Waiver
@ABC reported that Mark Aaron Gatz, 65, admitted to fire violations and unauthorized residential use. He received probation and a ban from Arizona national forests.
Science Newsscience5 days ago
Simulations show marine cloud brightening weakens El Niño events
Computer models indicate that injecting aerosols over the eastern subtropical Pacific Ocean can brighten clouds and reduce the intensity of strong El Niño events. The approach remains far from deployment due to engineering and governance questions.
azernews.azpolitics5 days ago
Protests in Tirana Continue Over Resort Plans Near Protected Wetlands
Thousands have demonstrated in Albania's capital for more than a month against large-scale development projects on the Adriatic coast. The demonstrations began over environmental concerns and expanded to questions about government transparency.
news.sky.comworld5 days ago
Study Finds Bromine in 38 Percent of Sampled South African Children’s Products, Consistent with Recycled Electronics
A University of Cape Town study published July 8 found traces of legacy brominated flame retardants in 38 percent of 138 children's products tested in South Africa. Researchers linked the contamination to recycled plastics from electronic waste. The findings highlight regulatory…
The Guardianscience5 days ago
European Unions Seek Workplace Heat Limits as Some Ministers Oppose Binding Rules
Trade unions are seeking enforceable temperature rules and worker protections across Europe after linking heat stress to hundreds of annual deaths. The Guardian reported the campaign targets a forthcoming EU quality jobs law amid this summer's heatwave.