Homeownership, long central to the American Dream, faces unprecedented climate risks as floods and fires damage properties and drive up insurance costs, with one analyst projecting nearly $1.5 trillion in home value losses by 2055.

Louisiana is pursuing smaller-scale river diversions to rebuild coastal wetlands after canceling two major projects, following the success of an earlier diversion that unexpectedly created new land.

Omaha’s primary power utility has less than 100 megawatts of available capacity for new large customers, threatening the region’s economic development as demand from data centers and other industries surges.

Brazil released a voluntary deforestation roadmap on 3 November, designed to guide international efforts to halt and reverse forest loss, with 18 countries and four negotiating blocs contributing input.

COP31 in Turkey is hosting negotiations on over 100 separate climate agreements, with countries haggling over legal text wording in a complex two-week process tracked by Carbon Brief.

A rapidly intensifying El Niño is projected to peak in December and drive global temperatures to record levels next year, with models showing unprecedented warming in tropical Pacific waters.

UK trees are experiencing an unusually early spring due to mild autumn temperatures, with experts warning this could disrupt the timing of pollinator cycles and cause long-term ecological damage.

A European survey finds most people acknowledge climate change and support international action, but prefer measures that don’t require personal sacrifice or significant lifestyle changes.

Democrats will control Georgia’s Public Service Commission starting in January for the first time in 30 years, prioritizing energy affordability and closer scrutiny of Georgia Power.

UK horticultural organizations are developing a free online tool to help gardeners identify plants that will survive future climate conditions in their region, moving beyond traditional English garden staples.

UK ministers are considering government incentives for carmakers to install vehicle-to-grid technology in electric vehicles, allowing cars to sell power back to the grid during peak demand periods.

As COP31 climate negotiations approach in Turkey, experts analyze China’s likely priorities, including championing multilateralism, addressing climate finance gaps, and promoting open trade for clean technologies.