Electric trucks now offer lower total cost of ownership than diesel in six of nine major EU markets, accounting for 46% of new heavy truck sales. The economic advantage provides haulers protection against future oil price volatility.
A Namibian farmer implemented his son's idea to combat rhino poaching by removing horns from white rhinos on private farms. The conservation strategy resulted in 197 rhino births, demonstrating an innovative approach to wildlife protection.
The Mekong region lost 746,168 hectares of tree cover in 2025, equivalent to Bangkok's size. Despite a relative drop in deforestation rates, cumulative forest losses continue to mount across Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
A reintroduced Grauer's gorilla named Lulingu gave birth in Virunga National Park, DRC, marking a successful conservation milestone. The healthy birth of mother and baby brings hope for the endangered species' recovery.
The Frozen Zoo successfully cloned two Przewalski's horses, a species extinct in the wild since the 1960s, using domestic horse surrogates. The cloning project represents a breakthrough in genetic preservation technology for endangered species.
The Philippines is identified as Asia's deadliest country for environmental defenders, with 124 land and environmental defender killings verified globally in 2025, predominantly in Latin America and Asia.
The Trump Administration's critical minerals agenda threatens sage-grouse habitat in Oregon's McDermitt Caldera, a key wildlife corridor. Environmental advocates worry mining operations will destroy one of the country's last strongholds for the endangered bird species.
CATL unveiled the TECTRANS II battery platform for commercial vehicles, offering up to 1,000 kilometers of range and megawatt-level charging capabilities. The modular platform represents a technological advancement in heavy-duty EV battery technology.
Volvo's new generation of heavy-duty electric trucks won the International Truck of the Year 2027 award at IAA Transportation 2026. The recognition marks Volvo's eighth win and highlights battery-electric technology's role in decarbonizing heavy transportation.
81% of England's fresh produce is grown in drought-risk areas, with major crops like cereals, potatoes, and sugar concentrated in water-stressed regions. A report warns this vulnerability poses significant risks to the UK's essential food supply.
Texas recorded a new all-time peak electricity demand of 91.1 GW in July 2026, breaking previous records 45 times in a single summer. The story examines the complex interplay between renewable energy expansion, battery storage, and political factors in meeting surging grid demand.
A deadly glacier collapse and floods in Nepal in August prompted climate scientists to assess the event's connection to climate change. The story features an interview with climate justice activist Tanuja Pandey about what climate justice means for Nepal following the disaster.
OceanX's floating wind platform uses unconventional design with dual turbines and downwind rotors, challenging previous industry assumptions. The innovative approach may revive interest in previously dismissed floating wind technologies.
The Energy Department is prioritizing geothermal energy expansion despite recent federal energy policy shifts. The strategy positions geothermal as a significant contributor to rapid renewable energy scale-up.
The U.S. and China are competing for dominance in clean technology development, with China currently gaining ground. The op-ed suggests America risks losing its position in the clean tech sector.
Germany's Climate Computing Center is expanding its infrastructure to preserve and process U.S. climate data. The facility serves as a critical repository for global climate research and modeling.
A grassroots film called The People's Emergency Briefing warns of climate impacts while promoting collective action and hope. The story covers predicted El Niño deaths, security threats from ecological collapse, and efforts to counter climate denial.
US researchers developed a lead-free tin perovskite solar cell achieving 16.19% efficiency with improved stability. The device retained 95% efficiency after 1,600 hours in dry air and 80% after 1,000 hours under continuous illumination.
Trane launched a residential cold-climate heat pump operating between -29°C and 46°C with multiple capacity options. The system maintains 85% heating efficiency at -29°C using R-454B refrigerant.
Energy policy experts argue that fossil fuel subsidies are the worst energy policy, urging governments to stop using them to respond to rising energy prices. The editorial, published in Science, highlights the counterproductive nature of consumer fossil fuel subsidies.
Mondelēz International allegedly lobbied EU and U.S. officials to weaken deforestation regulations affecting its chocolate brands. Global Witness documented the campaign against the EU Deforestation Regulation enforcement.
UN Secretary-General Guterres warned at this week's General Assembly that the climate crisis window for action is rapidly closing. Despite urgent pleas from world leaders, climate issues received minimal attention amid other geopolitical concerns.
Arctic warming is thawing permafrost in Alaska, releasing trapped minerals into rivers that create acidic, orange-colored water more acidic than mine drainage. The phenomenon represents a newly identified consequence of climate change in the Arctic region.
Trump's executive order prioritizes recreational fishing while directing agencies to reconsider scientific standards and environmental regulations governing US fisheries. Environmental advocates warn the order could weaken marine protections despite industry claims it will support the outdoor recreation economy.
Trump administration officials are rolling back federal protections against heat-related workplace illnesses. Workers face increased health risks as heat safety regulations are frozen amid record temperatures.