Why rice crops could be in for a weird year
Global rice production is expected to decline for the first time in over a decade this year, driven by El Niño weather patterns and climate change causing extreme heat and drought conditions.
Michigan winemakers have a new climate worry: More wildfire smoke
Wildfire smoke from distant fires blanketed northern Michigan skies last month, raising concerns among winemakers about potential impacts on the region’s $9 billion wine industry.
In rural communities, fears amplified by ‘AI slop’ and social media hamper solar boom
Rural Louisiana communities are rejecting solar farms due to widespread misinformation amplified by social media groups and AI-generated content, despite expert evidence showing solar poses no health or environmental risks.
The EU might weaken its landmark climate law — the ‘most impactful’ in the world
The European Commission proposed changes to the EU’s flagship Emissions Trading System that would slow carbon reduction targets, sparking concerns the moves could weaken climate action globally.
Q&A: What does China’s 15th ‘five-year plan’ for renewables mean for climate change?
China released its 15th five-year renewable energy plan targeting 3,500 gigawatts of capacity by 2030, with 2,800GW from wind and solar, emphasizing grid reliability alongside capacity expansion.
‘It’s too fast, too big’: speed of climate crisis is devastating crops, say farmers
Farmers across Europe face mounting challenges from rapid climate change, including severe droughts, record heatwaves, and wildfires that threaten crop viability and farm economics.