As Montana warms, Missoula’s first heat map reveals hidden hotspots
Missoula, Montana released its first heat map, revealing temperature variations of up to 20 degrees across the county based on tree cover and green space distribution.
Romania shuts only nuclear plant as heat causes drop in Danube River level
Romania has shut down its only nuclear power plant due to extremely low Danube River water levels caused by prolonged European heat. The facility produces about 20% of the country’s electricity.
Trump administration pulls support for annual Arctic environmental report
The Trump administration has withdrawn federal support for the annual Arctic Report Card, an environmental monitoring publication tracking changes in a region warming four times faster than the global average.
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 renewable capacity by 2030, with 2,800GW from wind and solar, emphasizing grid reliability and non-power applications.
From grey water to cool spaces: 10 climate crisis policies Britain needs right now
Britain faces record temperatures and climate impacts this summer, prompting calls for ten urgent government policies including fossil fuel restrictions, water conservation measures, and workplace protections.
Green groups urge Andy Burnham to break silence on climate crisis
UK climate groups have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging him to acknowledge the climate crisis as the country experiences its fifth heatwave, widespread droughts, and devastating wildfires this year.