Tag: U.S
Revealing Most-Polluting Rigs 15 Years After Largest U.S. Offshore Oil Spill
15 years ago on April 20, BP's Deepwater Horizon rig exploded, spilling 134 million gallons of oil off the coast of Louisiana. This marked the largest oil spill in the country's history, causing devastation...
Researchers Unite Against Attacks on Science and Support U.S. Colleagues
Last Friday, the global science community made a big promise to support American researchers in the face of a massive wave of anti-science propaganda and misinformation that’s taking over the media and leading decision-making...
Record Attendance at U.S. National Parks Despite Staff Silence
Amidst the picturesque landscapes of U.S. National Parks, a remarkable event unfolded in 2024, as a staggering 331.9 million visits were recorded, surpassing the previous all-time high set in 2016. However, a startling revelation...
Supreme Court Weakens Rules on Discharging Raw Sewage – Eco-Friendly Water Regulations
In a recent decision, the United States Supreme Court voted five to four to weaken regulations on discharging raw sewage into the country's water supply, a move that challenges the integrity of the 1972...
Impact of Trump’s Trade War on US Electricity Prices & State Climate Plans
President Donald Trump’s recent trade war with Canada and Mexico has sparked a series of escalating retaliatory measures that are expected to have far-reaching impacts on various sectors, including the American electricity market. Trump's...
Resignation of Top U.S. Prosecutor Amid Biden Climate Funding Investigation
The bustling traffic along Pennsylvania Avenue paints a vivid backdrop against the Department of Justice headquarters building in Washington, D.C. on a crisp January evening. Amidst this urban landscape, a significant event unfolded that...
US Wildlife Trade: Billions of Animals Imported, Fueling Global Market
The global wildlife trade is a complex and lucrative market, with the United States emerging as a major player in recent years. A recent study revealed that over the past two decades, approximately 2.9...
Toxic Metal Pollution from U.S. Wildfire Suppressants Revealed
A recent study has exposed alarming levels of toxic metal pollution in wildfire suppressants used in the United States, with concentrations exceeding regulatory limits for drinking water by up to 2,880 times. This revelation...
Humanitarian and Climate Aid as Flashpoint in U.S. Government Control
In Nairobi, Kenya, a groundbreaking initiative was underway this week. International humanitarian, business, and government partners gathered to discuss the Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA). This program aimed to utilize renewable energy sources,...
Trump Administration’s Withdrawal from Paris Agreement – What It Means for Climate Change
The Trump Administration's Withdrawal from Paris Agreement - Understanding the ImpactAs the world grapples with the urgent need for climate action, the recent withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Agreement has sparked...
