Environmentalists Sue to Stop Oil Lease Sales in the Gulf of Mexico
A Trump administration proposal to allow more exploration for oil and gas violates environmental laws, the groups said.
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Greenpeace Faces an Unusual New Legal Attack From a Pipeline Giant
The company that won a huge verdict against Greenpeace earlier this year has asked a North Dakota court to block a countersuit in the Netherlands.
Study Analyzes How Much ‘Macro’ Plastic Is Deadly to Sea Life
Scientists analyzed thousands of autopsies of seabirds, sea turtles and marine mammals and found that even small amounts of ingested plastic can be deadly.
A Plan for Private Jet Taxes Would Fund Climate Measures
A small group of countries is aiming to impose a fee on private jets and premium commercial fares. The revenue would help nations adapt to warming.
Thousands March for Climate Action as COP30 Talks Enter Second Week
As the talks continue, some countries are pushing for a detailed “road map” for a global transition away from oil, gas and coal.
Your Questions About Climate Change, Answered
You asked Somini Sengupta, our international climate reporter, about the science and the politics. She responded from COP30 in Brazil.
Women Toiling in India’s Insufferable Heat Face Mounting Toll on Health
Prolonged exposure to hot weather can hinder people’s ability to lead safe and productive lives, experts say.
How Many People Die in India From Hot Weather? Nobody Really Knows.
Officials have yet to grasp the magnitude of heat-related deaths, let alone effectively deal with the problem, public health experts and scientists say.
Indigenous People Take the Stage at COP30 Climate Talks in Belém, Brazil
This summit is unlike any of its predecessors in at least one significant way: The Indigenous presence is palpable and strong.
Trump Administration Revokes Biden Ban on Drilling and Mining in Alaska Wilderness
The decision to allow oil and gas drilling in Alaska’s ecologically sensitive North Slope has the support of the state’s governor and senators.