Tag: climate change

New order directs Justice Department to block enforcement of state climate laws, raising legal questions and stoking fears of fossil fuel immunity.

Tackling the climate crisis will boost economic growth, while inaction could lead to ‘permanent recession’.

One climate health expert said the directive would have a “devastating” impact on much-needed research.

Rapid glacier melt threatens global water security, agriculture, and climate stability, putting billions at risk, warns the United Nations.

"Our Children's Trust remains committed to working with young people to hold their government accountable and we will see the federal government back in federal court very soon."

Judge Chutkan said the government’s “vague and unsubstantiated assertions of fraud are insufficient.”

More of the same is happening—and worse is anticipated, especially regarding climate change. 

The Republican effort fell short in stopping Democratic-led states from using their own state courts to sue the fossil fuel industry.

Released today by the Carbon Majors project, the list is dominated by coal, cement, and oil producers.

Conservationists challenge Trump’s executive orders to revoke ocean protections, warning of devastating impacts on marine ecosystems, coastal economies, and the fight against climate change.