UK Heatwaves Overwhelmed Ambulances and Canceled Operations
Two new analyses show how record heat in 2026 pushed England’s NHS to its limits, from ambulance surges to surgery cancellations.
Climate & Energy
The grid, materials, and climate technology.
Best electric bikes for every budget in October 2026
A hands-on guide to top e-bikes across price ranges, from budget folders to high-end models.
A fishmeal fire retardant still winds up in U.S. seafood despite EU ban
Ethoxyquin, a chemical introduced to stop fishmeal fires, is now a banned feed additive in Europe but remains in the U.S. seafood supply.
EU Officials Urge Safeguards for Synthetic Fuels in Aviation and Maritime
A joint statement from EU energy and transport leaders calls for stricter enforcement of synthetic fuel mandates under ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime.
Rivian Spin-Off Sends E-Bikes on Tour, Not to Buyers
The futuristic TM-B e-bikes are finally hitting US roads, but only for a promotional tour, leaving early customers waiting.
Should the Northeast rethink its cap-and-trade system?
Two decades after Northeastern states launched a carbon-pricing program for power plants, the region's emissions have fallen by half, raising questions about the policy's next chapter.
Guam’s governor has no say over deep-sea mining in her waters
A Grist report shows how US territorial status leaves Pacific islands sidelined as the Trump administration pursues seabed mining.
VW Mission Efficiency: 1,000-Mile EV Concept Divides Critics
Volkswagen's new near-production electric car concept achieves record efficiency, but reviewers disagree on whether it's a practical breakthrough or a distraction.
Coal demand set to hit record in 2026, but experts see a bump, not a comeback
The International Energy Agency now expects coal consumption to reach an all-time high in 2026, driven by the Iran war and energy crisis, though analysts caution it may be a short-term spike rather than a revival.
Volkswagen Recalls Thousands of EVs, Urges 80% Charge Cap
A battery-cell quality issue has prompted Volkswagen to recall several thousand electric vehicles globally, with owners asked to limit charging until a fix is ready.
Summer Heat Confirmed as Severe as It Felt
New reporting validates that this summer's extreme temperatures were as bad as the public perceived.
Europe Deploys Batteries Fast but Lacks Key Inputs
A new strategy argues batteries are central to Europe's energy, industry, and defense, yet the continent still produces almost none of the critical materials.
S&P Warns High Utility Bills Could Strain City Budgets
S&P Global analysts say elevated utility costs relative to household income are a simmering risk for municipal finances, though not yet triggering bond rating actions.
State planning seen as key to clean energy in deregulated markets
A Clean Air Task Force report argues that state-led long-term planning could overcome barriers to nuclear, offshore wind, and other clean technologies in competitive power markets.
Tax Credit Glut Gives Corporate Clean Energy Buyers Leverage
A surge in investment tax credits is pressuring prices, giving corporate buyers more bargaining power while production credits stay stable.
Illinois Upgrades Clean Energy Job Training as Economy Shifts
The state is overhauling its flagship workforce program to better match evolving clean energy labor market needs.
Tesla Roadster Reveal Set for October 1, Teaser Hints at Cyber Redesign
Tesla's long-delayed Roadster will finally be shown again on October 1, with one report suggesting it may adopt the company's 'Cyber' styling.
Pipeline Safety Bill Draws Protest-Criminalization Warning
More than 110 groups are urging Congress to keep protest-related penalties out of pipeline safety reauthorization.