As wildfire risks intensify, California insurance rates keep rising
Allstate will increase rates by an average of 34.1 percent as part of the state’s deal with the industry to expand coverage to homeowners in risky areas.
By Brianna SacksClimate change challenges winemakers, but some are benefitting from it
While many vintners are forced to grapple with extreme weather brought on by climate change, some regions are seeing more consistent harvests and better-quality wines.
By Dave McIntyreShould I buy this? A guide to sustainable online shopping.
When deciding whether to make a purchase, ask yourself these questions to make your deliberations easier and help you become a sustainable fashionista.
By Tatum Hunter, Jaclyn Peiser, Elena Lacey and Garland PottsWhy your air conditioning bill is about to soar
High outdoor temperatures, rising climate costs, and humidity are all contributing to higher AC bills
By Shannon OsakaOSHA proposes rule to protect workers exposed to extreme heat
The proposal comes as workers face risks from rising temperatures fueled by climate change. Biden has issued an order to prevent workplace heat deaths.
By Anna PhillipsThe world’s largest carbon-capture plant just switched on
Experts say we’ll need carbon capture to offset stubborn emissions that can’t easily be cut with existing green technology.
By Nicolás RiveroWhy Americans pay so much more than anyone else for weather disasters
A new report from the insurance giant Swiss Re shows that the US follows only the Philippines in weather damages as a percent of GDP.
By Shannon OsakaIs climate-friendly flying possible? Biden administration places a big wager.
Billions of dollars in new tax credits aim to cut jet emissions — but experts worry they could make the problem worse.
By Evan HalperRenewables and EVs are soaring. It’s still not enough.
Even as renewable energy projects and electric vehicles take off, a new analysis by the Global Carbon Project now shows that global greenhouse emissions will grow 1.1 percent this year.
By Shannon OsakaCompanies made big climate pledges. Now they are balking on delivering.
At a crucial moment in the fight against climate change, the world’s biggest companies are not delivering on their commitments to curb warming.
By Evan HalperAn effort to create the strictest workplace heat rules in the U.S. failed
Miami-Dade County’s proposed heat standard would mandate water, shade and rest for outdoor workers and could be a model for other local governments to follow.
By Nicolás RiveroThese new apples are built to withstand extreme weather
There are more than 7,500 kinds of apples. The University of Maryland just invented two new ones for a warming world.
By Laura ReileyCompanies capture a lot of CO2. Most of it is going into new oil.
The government is still funding the controversial practice of “enhanced oil recovery.”
By Shannon OsakaChina owns the EV supply chain. Now it wants to sell you a car.
European consumers use Chinese products every day. Will they also embrace cars by Chinese auto companies such as BYD that have their sights set on Europe?
By Chico HarlanExxonMobil doubles down on fossil fuels with $59.5 billion Pioneer deal
The tie-up comes as energy prices are rebounding.
By Aaron Gregg and Evan HalperOlive oil prices reach record highs as Spain’s harvest is halved
Experts blame drought, extreme weather for paltry production
By Laura ReileyTom Conway, steel union chief who backed climate fight, dies at 71
Mr. Conway was an informal adviser to President Biden and served on a committee examining trade issues.
By Brian MurphyFord halts work on $3.5 billion plant amid strike, forced labor probe
The collaboration with Chinese battery-maker CATL has drawn scrutiny from congressional investigators. The pause comes as thousands of auto workers go on strike.
By Evan HalperExtreme heat is forcing America’s farmers to go nocturnal
Rising temperatures have led more farmers to harvest crops in the middle of the night to protect their workforce and the quality of their produce from extreme heat.
By Eli Tan and Jacob BogageEmployers turn to ice vests, sweat stickers to cope with extreme heat
Working conditions are getting hotter, igniting a small but fast-growing industry to cool down workers.
By Jacob Bogage