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themortgagereports.comUSDA Extends Pause on Loans for Anaerobic Digesters Through Year-End
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will continue to withhold new loan guarantees for anaerobic digester projects until December 31. The agency cited delinquency rates and realized losses on existing projects as the reason for the extension.
TimeEbola and Hantavirus Outbreaks Highlight Animal-to-Human Disease Risks
Ebola is spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo while a hantavirus outbreak occurred on a cruise ship. Both viruses originated in animals, and experts note that human activities are increasing the frequency of such spillovers.
Washington ExaminerTrump Says Oil Prices Are Peanuts During Iran Conflict
President Trump described current oil and gasoline prices as temporary and manageable while the administration works with Congress on a possible extended federal gasoline tax suspension. Oil markets showed mixed movements with Brent Crude at $111.60 per barrel and national gasoli…
manilatimes.netData Center Projects in Arizona and Georgia Cited for Unauthorized Construction Water Use
In the first week of May 2026, unauthorized water use at projects in Tucson, Arizona, and Fayette County, Georgia, came to light after resident complaints. The incidents highlight growing tension over data center water consumption as national usage is projected to more than doubl…
vancouver.citynews.caOttawa and Alberta Agree on Industrial Carbon Price Rising to $130 per Tonne by 2040
The federal government and Alberta government have reached an agreement on the province's industrial carbon pricing system under the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction Regulation. The deal sets the effective carbon price at $130 per tonne by 2040. An announcement is ex…
GristTrump EPA Proposes Narrowing Federal Coal Ash Rules to Exclude Older, Inactive Sites
The Environmental Protection Agency under Administrator Lee Zeldin has proposed rolling back Obama-era coal ash regulations by exempting older or inactive disposal sites and giving states more oversight flexibility. Georgia, one of five states with approved coal ash programs, has…
theconservativetreehouse.comTrump Administration to Repeal Biden-Era Public Lands Conservation Rule
The Trump administration announced it will repeal a rule finalized in April 2024 that allowed leasing of federal lands for conservation purposes. The measure had applied to roughly 245 million acres managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Officials said the rollback will be fin…
theepochtimes.comAustralian Study Finds Association Between Air Pollution Levels and Cardio-Respiratory Hospitalisations
A study released on 2026-05-11 found higher exposure to PM2.5 and NO2 consistently linked with increased cardio-respiratory hospitalisations. Researchers from five Australian universities examined 2016 pollution estimates and 2016-2017 hospital data from 1,155 public health areas…
The GuardianNorway Pauses Funding to UN Environment Programme Ahead of Revised Budget
Norway, the largest donor to the United Nations Environment Programme, has placed all funding agreements on hold pending a revised budget review on 12 May. The pause affects core contributions, the Planetary Fund and earmarked projects including those supporting plastic pollution…
Coal Power Plants Released 9 Percent More Mercury in 2025
Coal-burning power plants in the United States released more than 4,800 pounds of mercury last year, a roughly 9 percent increase from 2024 that reversed a yearslong decline. The rise coincided with higher power demand and policy changes by the Trump administration that encourage…
The GuardianNew York City Street Renamed Jack Kirby Way
New York City has renamed the corner of Essex and Delancey streets after comic book legend Jack Kirby, who grew up in the area. Separately, public school data shows suspensions fell in the first half of the school year while felony assaults increased. The changes come as the city…
msnbc.comTrump Administration Rescinds Biden-Era Ban on M-44 Cyanide Devices for Predator Control on Public Lands
The Bureau of Land Management will resume use of M-44 devices following an internal April memorandum. The devices, banned by the Biden administration in 2023 over risks to people and wildlife, are intended to protect livestock from predators. A 2017 incident in Idaho that killed…
abcnews.go.comHungary Election Shifts Power From Orban After Chinese Battery Factory Opposition
Voters in Debrecen turned against the longtime ruling party in the April 12 election, contributing to the defeat of Viktor Orban’s Fidesz. The $8.5 billion Chinese lithium battery factory under construction there became a central campaign issue over environmental and health conce…
bbc.co.ukCoast Guard Reopens Atlantic Shipping Fairways Comment Period to June 22
The Coast Guard extended the public comment period for its proposed shipping safety fairways along the Atlantic Coast from New York to Florida. This move provides 45 more days for input alongside a draft environmental impact statement, enabling broader review before potential fin…
Andrea Hanks / Wikimedia (Public domain)Trump Administration Directs Changes to Hunting Rules on Federal Lands
The Trump administration has ordered adjustments to hunting regulations on federal lands, according to internal documents. These changes include expanding areas for firearm use and permitting game cleaning in restrooms. The directives aim to reduce existing restrictions, as repor…
winnipegfreepress.comBiden Administration Grants Permit for Oil Pipeline Expansion at US-Canada Border
President Biden issued a permit on April 30, 2026, allowing Bridger Pipeline Expansion LLC to build and operate cross-border oil pipeline facilities in Phillips County, Montana. The decision enables infrastructure development for oil transport between the United States and Canada…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewICE Warehouse Projects Delayed Due to Environmental Review Requirements
Plans for ICE warehouses face delays after a judge ruled that the projects require federally mandated environmental assessments. Officials had argued in court that the projects were exempt from such reviews. The decision has prompted officials to address the assessment needs.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewEPA Administrator Zeldin Defends FY 2027 Budget in House Appropriations Hearing
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin defended his agency's proposed 52% budget cut for fiscal year 2027 during a congressional hearing, citing legal constraints on climate actions. Rep. Rosa DeLauro criticized the proposal as abandoning environmental duties and suggested Zeldin drink wee…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewExperts Discuss Role of Evidence in Cadmium Exposure Debate
Two experts in agricultural and environmental issues highlighted misunderstandings in the debate over cadmium exposure following a recent agency report. They argued that lack of irrefutable evidence should not prevent public health actions, citing historical examples. The discuss…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewFormer Idaho Governor and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne Dies at 74
Dirk Kempthorne, who served as Idaho governor, U.S. senator and Interior secretary, died Friday evening in Boise at age 74 after a colon cancer diagnosis last year. His family highlighted his devotion to loved ones and public service. Idaho Gov. Brad Little praised his lasting co…
valuewalk.comAl Gore and Davis Guggenheim Discuss 'An Inconvenient Truth' 20th Anniversary
Former Vice President Al Gore and filmmaker Davis Guggenheim reflected on their 2006 documentary in a mid-April interview. They discussed its lasting impact amid current climate policies. The discussion appeared in The Hollywood Reporter's 2026 Sustainability Issue.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAmerican Lung Association Report: 46% of U.S. Children in Areas Failing at Least One Air Quality Measure
The American Lung Association's 27th annual air quality report, released Wednesday, shows that 33.5 million children in the U.S. live in areas failing at least one pollution measure. The analysis covers data from 2022 to 2024 and highlights risks to children's health. Grist repor…
Substrate placeholder — needs review18 Wolves Found Dead in Italian National Park, Poisoning Suspected as Cause
Italian authorities suspect poisoning in the deaths of 18 wolves found in the Abruzzo, Lazio, and Molise National Park over recent days. Tests confirmed pesticides in some carcasses, prompting condemnation from officials and environmental groups. The incident highlights tensions…
Usa TodayEarth Day Observed with Environmental Policy Shifts and Energy Developments
On Earth Day 2026, the EPA issued a brief message emphasizing environmental protection, while House Republicans delayed a vote on Endangered Species Act amendments. Air quality reports highlighted ongoing pollution issues, and global energy tensions rose with Iran's ship seizures…
yahoo.comHouse Republicans Delay Vote on Endangered Species Act Amendment Bill
House Republicans delayed a scheduled floor vote on the ESA Amendments Act, introduced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, amid concerns from some Florida members. The bill seeks to overhaul the 1973 Endangered Species Act by emphasizing species recovery and streamlining processes. The post…
thehindu.comIMF Urges EU Not to Pause Emissions Trading System Over Investment Risks
The International Monetary Fund has advised the European Union against pausing its emissions trading system. It warned that such a pause could involve significant risks and potentially harm investment. This recommendation comes amid ongoing discussions on environmental policies i…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOpinion Piece Examines Link Between Declining Conflicts and Carbon Emissions
An opinion article published by @business discusses the idea of global conflicts decreasing alongside carbon emissions. The piece, written by @davidfickling, presents this scenario as a potential outcome but questions its feasibility. It appears in the opinion section and explore…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewArgentina's Congress Approves Amendment to Glacier Mining Law
Argentina's lower house of congress approved an amendment to the glacier law, allowing mining in areas near glaciers and permafrost. The measure, promoted by President Javier Milei, passed with 137 votes in favor and 111 against after a 12-hour debate. Environmental groups protes…
winnipegfreepress.comArgentina's Congress Approves Bill Easing Protections for Glacial Formations
Argentina's Congress has passed legislation that reduces protections for glacial areas, a development sought by major mining companies. The bill modifies existing laws to allow certain activities near glaciers. This change comes amid ongoing debates over environmental safeguards…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewClimate Change Denial Conference Held Near White House in Washington
A conference organized by the Heartland Institute took place near the White House, attracting dozens of attendees who question the scientific consensus on climate change. The event featured presentations, including one by William Happer, a Princeton University professor emeritus…