A new report reveals that critical mineral mining demand is driven largely by AI and defense spending, not just climate solutions as the industry claims. The Oakland Institute questions the sustainability narrative surrounding the global mining boom for copper, lithium, and cobalt.
President Trump reduced Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments from over 3 million acres to 302,600 acres, eliminating protections for remote landscapes and sacred tribal archaeological sites.
A new study reveals that small-scale farming and logging, rather than large infrastructure projects, pose the greatest direct threat to the critically endangered Tapanuli orangutan's habitat in Indonesia's Batang Toru ecosystem.
The Trump EPA is moving to approve an Alabama coal ash program that would allow toxic coal ash to remain buried near rivers despite Biden administration rejection. The material poses environmental risks as it sits in groundwater where it can contaminate surrounding areas.
UK heatwaves and climate extremes are causing widespread harm to public health and food security. Climate-skeptic parties exploit these disasters for political gain, creating a dangerous spiral unless urgent adaptation measures are implemented.
Multiple nations including Norway, Denmark, Iceland, the UK, EU, and Russia dispute fishing rights over the Atlantic mackerel supply, a $1 billion industry. The disagreement has coincided with declining adult mackerel populations.
Research demonstrates how apex predators like harpy eagles maintain forest health by controlling herbivore populations in the Amazon. The study offers a nature-positive approach to reversing biodiversity loss.
A marine biologist spent decades documenting Philippine reef ecosystems that were once abundant with large fish and diverse coral life in the 1970s. The story chronicles long-term observations of how these vital marine habitats have changed over time.
French ornithologists rediscovered the rusty lark in Chad, a bird species missing from scientific records for nearly a century. The sighting represents a significant wildlife discovery in West Africa.
Ecuador's Amazon coffee farmers are adopting deforestation-free practices to comply with Europe's new regulations and receive premium prices for their crops. The initiative demonstrates how environmental standards can incentivize sustainable farming in biodiverse regions.
Orange streams are appearing in hundreds of watersheds across Alaska's Brooks Range permafrost areas. The phenomenon indicates climate-driven changes in Arctic ecosystems.
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Marine protected areas struggle to prevent environmental damage from fishing gear that drifts into protected waters. The challenge reveals enforcement limitations in ocean conservation efforts.
China's Green Great Wall project uses straw checkerboard techniques to combat desertification across northern regions. Scientists warn that while progress has been made since 2000, the fight against desert expansion continues.
Colombian women environmental defenders protect Amazon forests, rivers, and ancestral territories while confronting illegal mining and coca trafficking. The story highlights their role in strengthening traditional governance and cultural stewardship in one of the world's most dangerous countries for environmental activism.
Southeast Asia has reversed decades of mangrove deforestation, shifting to net growth since 2010 based on 40 years of satellite data. The region is now a primary contributor to a global mangrove recovery.
US startup Sofab is commercializing perovskite solar cell technology to reduce solar power costs further. The technology promises improved supply chain stability alongside continued price decreases for solar energy.
An electric car has become the UK's cheapest vehicle option as EV adoption accelerates. Plugin cars accounted for 35% of UK sales in Q1 2026, with full electric vehicles representing 22% of the market.
The High Seas Treaty has entered into force, enabling countries in Latin America and West Africa to establish marine protected areas in international waters. The agreement marks progress toward protecting marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction.
Lazard's 19th Levelized Cost of Energy+ report demonstrates that renewable energy sources like wind and solar are faster and more cost-effective than fossil fuels. The analysis provides strong economic evidence supporting the transition to clean energy.
Canada's federal government has identified five specific locations where interprovincial electricity transmission lines will cross as part of plans to build a national grid. The initiative aims to increase clean power capacity and energy security across the country.
The article discusses a climate deal that may resist Trump administration opposition to environmental policies. It references the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and rollback of climate regulations.
EU tariffs on Chinese EVs reduced market share of China-made vehicles, prompting Western carmakers to shift production to Europe. However, Chinese battery imports surged sevenfold and Chinese EV brands continue growing despite the trade measures.
A Bengaluru startup claims to have developed an electric motor without rare-earth magnets, using software and power electronics instead. The breakthrough addresses a major challenge for EV manufacturers seeking to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chains.
JBS, the world's largest meat company, has abandoned its net-zero emissions target by 2040 and removed deforestation commitments from its sustainability report. The company previously promoted these climate goals as key objectives.