Court Blocks DOE Order Forcing Michigan Coal Plant to Stay Open
A federal judge ruled the Department of Energy's 'emergency' order keeping a Michigan coal plant running was unlawful, a setback for the administration's coal-preservation push.
Climate & Energy
The grid, materials, and climate technology.
New York Governor Candidates Clash Over Energy Costs
The only gubernatorial debate exposed sharp partisan divisions over how to keep electricity affordable as demand rises.
Scania batteries to power Prinoth's electric snow groomers
A new partnership brings Scania's modular battery systems to Prinoth's snow groomers, expanding zero-emission options for ski resorts.
Rewilding Atoll Islands Could Help Them Keep Pace with Rising Seas
A new report highlights how restoring native vegetation and seabird colonies may boost the natural ability of coral atolls to grow as sea levels rise.
Ford opens preorder invites for $30,000 Fathom EV pickup
Ford's new entry-level electric pickup, the Fathom, is now accepting preorder invites ahead of a 2027 launch.
California insurance commissioner race could shape climate recovery
The contest between Ben Allen and Jane Kim will determine how the state handles a home-insurance market battered by wildfires.
Fossil pipeline rebounds as clean power growth slows, EDF report finds
A new Environmental Defense Fund analysis finds utilities are pivoting back to gas and coal, but turbine shortages and fuel-price risks may undercut the economics.
Electric motorcycle record smashed: 271 miles on one charge
A production Zero DS rode 436.5 km on a single charge, beating the old electric motorcycle record by over 125 km.
Tesla Powerwalls dominate record 745 MW California grid dispatch
Home batteries, mostly Tesla Powerwalls, delivered a record 745 MW to California's grid during an October heat wave, beating the previous record by 28%.
How to Address Californians' Grid Battery Fears with Safety Facts
A Canary Media newsletter offers practical talking points for countering concerns about battery storage safety in California.
In NY-17, a Tight House Race Turns on Environmental Stakes
The contest for New York's 17th district is a key test of how climate concerns move suburban swing voters.
Florida Must Draft Cleanup Plans for Nine Springs Under Settlement
A legal settlement forces Florida to address pollution in nine of its hundreds of freshwater springs, a first step toward protecting one of the world's largest spring systems.
Climate Report and Smoke Study Show Accelerating Planetary Stress
New findings show record climate extremes and a billion people annually facing combined heat and smoke exposure.
Volvo EX60 US deliveries delayed, limited supply until 2027
Volvo's first SPA3-based electric SUV is facing a slow production ramp, leaving US dealers with scarce inventory despite strong range and charging specs.
Paving Amazon's BR-319 Highway Threatens Rainforest and Climate
A plan to pave a mostly untouched stretch of Brazil's BR-319 highway could open the Amazon to deforestation and accelerate climate change.
Remnants of Hurricane Isaias Linked to Death in Birmingham
A 66-year-old man died as the remnants of Hurricane Isaias passed through Birmingham, underscoring inland risks from tropical storms.
US-backed AI hub in Philippines raises land and water fears
A planned semiconductor and AI hub on ancestral lands in the Philippines is drawing opposition over energy, water, and environmental risks.
Fire Retardant Chemical in Seafood Chain, Investigation Shows
An international investigation reveals how the industrial chemical ethoxyquin, tied to a 1966 ship fire, has contaminated the seafood supply chain.