Claims that Europe is experiencing its quietest wildfire year in 2026 are misleading, as data include Russia’s vast territories where fire activity is below average, obscuring exceptional fire seasons in France and Spain.

New research finds that correcting public misperceptions about climate action support does not automatically increase individual engagement in climate-friendly behaviors, challenging previous assumptions about boosting climate action.

Wildfire smoke increasingly disrupts childhood in the American West, affecting children’s health, outdoor play, mental well-being, and school operations as smoky summers become more frequent and severe.

England’s ambitious housebuilding targets face significant obstacles as water scarcity grips drought-stricken regions in the south and east, with water companies and local councils flagging insufficient infrastructure to support planned housing growth.

A trio of wildfires near Spokane destroyed over 700 buildings and displaced tens of thousands of residents, reflecting shifting wildfire patterns driven by climate change and regional drought conditions.

China released a five-year climate plan for 2026-2030 that consolidates existing policies while signaling new directions on greenhouse gases, carbon markets, and global climate governance.

A new study finds that replacing a gas vehicle with an electric one yields roughly 50 percent lifetime emissions savings, even when swapping a nearly new car.

Utah’s solar generation surpassed all other electricity sources for the first time in May 2026, marking a significant milestone in the state’s shift away from coal-dependent power production.

Extreme heat is forcing summer school programs across the U.S. to cancel classes, move instruction indoors, and implement emergency measures as aging school infrastructure lacks adequate cooling systems.

The expansion of data centers for artificial intelligence has driven a 4 percent increase in U.S. power sector carbon emissions, reversing decades of decline and extending the life of aging coal plants.

The Royal Horticultural Society may relocate its hydrangea collection from southern England to northern gardens as hotter summers threaten the popular flowering shrub’s survival in the south.

The UK’s intensifying heatwaves are forcing a reassessment of cooling strategies, with debate intensifying over whether air conditioning should be embraced despite environmental and equity concerns.