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Climate
A record-breaking heat dome is expected to bring dangerous temperatures of 110-115°F to the southwestern US, affecting over 45 million people through early September. The National Weather Service warns of potential record-breaking highs and health hazards from the intense heat with minimal nighttime cooling.
Policy
Fossil fuel lobbyists represent over 300 local governments seeking climate damage recovery funds while simultaneously working for the industry causing the crisis. Analysis of federal lobbying disclosures reveals a conflict of interest affecting climate-adjacent policy areas.
Climate
The US is now building twice as much gas-fired power capacity as China, driven by a surge in AI datacenter construction. This reversal of historical trends is adding significant planet-heating emissions as the AI boom accelerates energy demand.
Energy
Energy storage systems are enhancing grid reliability as electricity demand increases from data centers and extreme weather. Five states are leading adoption of battery storage technology to strengthen power infrastructure.
Wildlife
Ashéninka leader Américo Pascuala Tumisha was killed while patrolling Indigenous territory in Peru's Ucayali region after confronting illegal copaiba oil extractors. The incident highlights threats to Indigenous land protection and environmental conservation efforts.
Policy
The U.S. government proposes rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule, which currently protects 57 million acres of national forest from road construction and industrial logging. Environmental groups are organizing a National Day of Action on August 25 to oppose the rescission.
Policy
Indonesian authorities charged 72 individuals for intentionally igniting forest fires across Borneo and Sumatra. The fires burned nearly 286,000 hectares from January through late August, creating hazardous haze across the regions.
Wildlife
Indonesia's wild elephant population has declined 41-45% since 2007, from 2,400-2,800 to 1,325-1,648 individuals. The government released a new 10-year conservation strategy for 2026-2036 to address the crisis.
Policy
Liberia's cocoa production faces uncertainty as deforestation in Grand Gedeh county has accelerated since 2020. The EU's new deforestation regulation threatens to ban cocoa imports from deforested lands, jeopardizing Liberia's largest export market.
Climate
A study finds that palm oil companies' zero-deforestation pledges have not resulted in additional forest protection in Indonesian supply chains. Tropical primary forests continue disappearing at alarming rates, with 4.3 million hectares lost in 2025 alone.
Policy
Analysis shows climate damage from UK's Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields would cost £119-336bn, far exceeding the £28.7bn economic benefit claimed by developers. The study demonstrates that carbon pollution costs would obliterate any financial gains from the projects.
Energy
Texas gas power projects surge 50% with 12 largest plants built specifically for data centers. Energy demand from AI infrastructure drives major fossil fuel expansion.
Climate
A study links major fossil fuel companies to half of the American West's water loss from climate change between 2014-2024. The research found climate change reduced regional snowpack by a third and streamflows by 13 percent.
EV
BYD launched orders for the Great Han, a flagship electric sedan offering over 1,000 km range for under $40,000. The affordable long-range EV represents a significant advancement in accessible electric vehicle technology.
Opinion
The article argues that climate change is a deliberate crisis rather than a natural disaster, citing increased wildfires, marine heatwaves, and extreme heat events affecting both hemispheres.
Wildlife
Australia's first mainland mammal case of H5N1 bird flu has been detected in a long-nosed fur seal, prompting warnings of potential catastrophic impacts on the country's already vulnerable sea lion populations. Scientists cite similar devastating effects the virus has caused to seal and sea lion colonies in South America and sub-Antarctica.
Policy
Nevada filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's Colorado River water reduction plan, which cuts water supply to lower basin states by roughly 20% over two years. The dispute could trigger multiple court battles over the critical waterway serving 40 million people across the American West.
Energy
Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners advances polysilicon factory plans in Queensland after signing an agreement with local government. The facility will supply polysilicon to solar panel manufacturers.
Energy
India's SECI achieved a record-low tariff of $0.068/kWh in a 1.5 GW renewable energy tender for peak power supply. Three companies secured contracts to develop solar capacity with battery storage capabilities.
Policy
The UK government must decide on approving two oil and gas fields while balancing energy security and climate commitments. A court ruled previous environmental assessments unlawful for omitting emissions from burning the extracted oil and gas.
Policy
The Trump administration has directed billions toward supporting natural gas exports, accelerating fracking operations domestically. The rapid growth has outpaced market demand, creating more proposed projects than available buyers for exported gas.
Policy
Over 100 organisations and businesses are urging EU President von der Leyen to commission a science-based roadmap to prevent future fossil fuel crises in Europe. The initiative calls for independent analysis to guide Europe's transition away from fossil fuel dependency.
Policy
The TVA Board voted to sell its mineral rights to the Sugar Camp coal mine in Illinois, allowing continued operation of one of the nation's largest mines. Environmental groups condemn the decision as contrary to climate goals.
EV
African gas stations are transforming through locally-adapted EV charging solutions rather than copying Western fast-charger models. Cities like Nairobi, Kigali, Cotonou, and Johannesburg are developing unique approaches to roadside service station electrification.
Policy
A 95-organization coalition urges Congress to reject resolutions that would overturn Clean Air Act waivers states use to set vehicle emission standards. The waivers cover passenger cars, light-duty and medium-duty vehicles, and small off-road engines.
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