An investigation reveals how investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) clauses in international agreements allow companies to sue governments for climate protection policies. These provisions have resulted in billion-dollar payouts that undermine environmental action worldwide.
Lake Powell, the US's second-largest reservoir, threatens to reach unprecedented low levels this year due to poor snowpack and western drought. The critical water source serving tens of millions faces a breaking point as experts warn of urgent conservation needs.
A major Atlantic current system that regulates European climate faces collapse risk, with new research suggesting a 10% chance the process may already be irreversible. Scientists warn the deterioration of this crucial ocean circulation could have severe regional climate consequences.
France experienced a record-breaking heatwave in June 2026 that resulted in more than 2,700 heat-related deaths. The extreme weather event affected multiple European countries with France among the hardest hit regions.
Global ocean temperatures have hit record levels while extreme heat events continue worldwide. New research examines connections between climate change and ozone hole dynamics.
Record-breaking heat waves across Europe are driving devastating wildfires in southern France, Spain, Portugal, and Greece, forcing thousands to evacuate. The extreme temperatures have caused thousands of deaths and are expected to continue with triple-digit conditions.
Severe heat waves across Europe and the United States in June and early July caused thousands of deaths. France recorded over 2,000 excess deaths during an exceptionally hot week at the end of June.
A record-breaking heatwave across Europe in June 2026 caused over 2,700 heat-related deaths in France. The event highlights the severe human health impacts of extreme climate events on vulnerable populations.
A record heat dome across the eastern US has caused at least 25 deaths, with over 20 states experiencing temperatures exceeding 100°F and 140 million people under heat alerts.
Global livestock farming has increased by 50% since 2006, with cropland use rising 25%, intensifying pressure on wildlife, ecosystems, and climate. The expansion threatens biodiversity while contributing to environmental degradation through resource consumption.
Ocean surface temperatures reached record highs in June 2025, exceeding the previous records set in 2023 and 2024. European scientists warn of potential consequences for weather patterns, global climate, and marine ecosystems.
Europe experiences record-breaking heatwaves with multiple countries hitting all-time temperature highs, while experts warn of disproportionate impacts on vulnerable populations. A Q&A session addresses preparation gaps and safety measures as extreme heat continues spreading eastward across the continent.
A severe European heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40C caused thousands of deaths, raising questions about whether the crisis will spur climate action or fuel political polarization.
Clean power became the world's largest source of new energy capacity in 2025, surpassing fossil fuels for the first time. The milestone demonstrates accelerating global transition toward renewable energy sources.
Oil drilling is beginning in the Amazon region, prompting scientists to warn of ecosystem risks to a recently discovered reef. The activity threatens one of Earth's most biodiverse and climatically important regions.
Offshore oil and gas development is expanding into critical marine ecosystems including whale migration corridors, coral reefs, and seagrass meadows. An analysis by Earth Insight documents the threat to ecologically important habitats worldwide.
Inside Climate News · Jun 29, 2026 · relevance 9/10
Clean power became the world's largest source of new energy capacity in 2025, according to the Energy Institute. This marks a significant shift in global energy supply towards renewable sources.
Central European countries set record temperatures exceeding 40C as an eastward-spreading heatwave affects over 191 million Europeans. The extreme weather has been linked to hundreds of deaths across the continent.
Europe experiences severe heatwave with temperatures 5-12C above average. Scientists found 45% of European cities breaking or forecast to break heat records.
Europe experiences a dangerous heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40C, breaking records in Denmark, Germany, and Italy. The extreme weather has been linked to dozens of deaths across western Europe.
Swiss glaciers are melting at record rates due to a European heatwave, with winter snow and ice expected to completely disappear by Monday. This marks the second-earliest glacier loss day on record, according to Switzerland's glacier monitoring authority.
Europe experiences record heatwave with 150 million people facing temperatures above 35C, as scientists confirm the extreme weather is impossible without climate crisis. UK issues red warnings for third consecutive day while Paris implements emergency measures.
Europe faces extreme heat warnings across the UK, France, and Italy, with the UN climate chief attributing the heatwave to fossil fuel pollution. The crisis is causing school closures, deaths among vulnerable populations, and economic disruption.
Europe experiences its second major heat wave of the year, with France recording its hottest day ever at over 44°C. The extreme temperatures have caused approximately 40 deaths by drowning and left thousands without power.
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The UK recorded its hottest June day at 36.1°C while France experienced its hottest day ever, with a heatwave affecting over 90 million Europeans. The WHO warned the extreme temperatures are putting lives at risk.