Tag: Environmental impact
Malawi faces increased vulnerability to climate change due to aid cuts.
Malawi Struggles with Climate Change Amid Foreign Aid CutsMalawi, a country ravaged by the impacts of climate change, is facing increased vulnerability due to cuts in overseas aid, particularly from the United States. President...
Renewable Goals Dropped: Oil Companies Expand Fossil Fuels
British Petroleum's recent announcement of cutting over $5 billion in green energy investments has stirred the energy industry. This new direction marks a significant shift from its previous emphasis on renewables, epitomized by its...
Inwood Hill Park Recovery: NYC’s Fire Season Impact
New York City's Inwood Hill Park, nestled in Northern Manhattan, recently faced the aftermath of an unprecedented fire season in November 2024. The New York Fire Department reported a staggering 229 brush fires across...
Impact of Trump’s Environmental Deregulation on Public Health
The Impact of Trump's Environmental Deregulation on Public HealthThe National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) has been a cornerstone of environmental law in the United States for over fifty years. Enacted in 1970, NEPA was...
Study Finds 36 Companies Responsible for Half Global Carbon Emissions
The latest update to the Carbon Majors database, produced by InfluenceMap, has revealed a staggering statistic: just 36 companies are responsible for more than half of global carbon emissions. This data, which traces 33.9...
Embrace Climatemaxxing: Forget Carbon Footprint Worries
In the realm of wellness trends, the concept of -maxxing has taken root, offering a new perspective on optimizing various aspects of life. From Gymmaxxing to Moneymaxxing, this social media-driven phenomenon has expanded to...
Supreme Court Nuclear Waste Texas Decision – Inside Climate News
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in a groundbreaking case that could determine whether Texas will become the first state to host an independent disposal ground for spent nuclear fuel. This...
Nearly Half of New EU Buses Were Zero-Emission in 2024
The European Union Buses Transition to Zero Emission: A Promising OutlookIn the bustling city of Munich, Bavaria, Germany, the streets are abuzz with a new wave of eco-friendly transportation. As of December 18, 2024,...
Rebuilding in LA After Fires: Pros and Cons Explained
David Brancaccio, a seasoned journalist in public radio and television, found himself at the center of a devastating disaster when Los Angeles was hit by fires in January. Having recently purchased a home in...
N.C. Plastic Waste to Diesel Plant: Environmental Impact Analysis
In Fayetteville, North Carolina, a company with a tumultuous financial past is pivoting to a new venture that could transform plastic waste into ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel. The firm, Waste Energy Corp., had previously...
