Congress may kill the federal heat rule before OSHA can
Congress advanced a bill blocking OSHA from finalizing a federal heat rule to protect workers, as July set records for extreme heat across the United States.
The EPA’s data on cancer risk from air pollution has gone dark
The EPA has removed cancer risk estimates from its air pollution data updates, making it harder for communities to assess health impacts from industrial emissions like ethylene oxide.
Green groups urge Andy Burnham to break silence on climate crisis
UK climate organizations urge Prime Minister Andy Burnham to publicly address the climate crisis as the country faces its fifth heatwave, droughts, and wildfires, accusing him of silence on the issue.
Q&A: What does China’s 15th five-year plan for coal mean for climate action?
China published its 15th five-year plan for coal covering 2026-2030, emphasizing coal’s role in energy security while pledging to peak consumption during this period, though without specifying a target year.
AI could help fossil fuel companies create more emissions
New research warns that AI could enable fossil fuel companies to produce significantly more oil and gas, potentially increasing global emissions by amounts comparable to major nations.
Consultation ending on controversial Rosebank oil field
A public consultation closes on the Rosebank oil field and Jackdaw gas field off Scotland’s coast after a court ruled their initial approvals unlawful, with environmentalists and industry figures presenting opposing arguments.