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Factcheck: No, Europe is not having its ‘quietest’ year for wildfires
Claims that Europe is experiencing its quietest wildfire year are misleading, as they inflate Russia’s data while France has set records and Spain faces among its worst seasons.
Q&A: What is in China’s new five-year plan for climate change?
China released a comprehensive five-year climate plan for 2026-2030 consolidating existing policies and targets, while signaling new directions on greenhouse gases, carbon markets, and international climate leadership.
A new plan to preserve Georgia’s marshes: Give them space to migrate
Georgia is implementing a new strategy to preserve its marshes by allowing them to migrate inland as sea levels rise, rather than building walls or using concrete barriers.
5 takeaways from our investigation into the ‘ghost’ tribe that got millions in climate funding
An investigation found that a Texas tribal leader who secured millions in climate funding lacks verifiable historical documentation supporting his claim to be the hereditary chief of an unrecognized tribe.
Climate change is driving a ‘shift’ in childhood malaria risk across Africa
A new study finds that rising temperatures are redistributing childhood malaria risk across sub-Saharan Africa, creating new danger zones in cooler eastern and southern regions while reducing cases in warmer western areas.
World falling short on 22 of 23 nature targets for 2030, says draft UN report
A UN draft report finds the world is falling short on 22 of 23 nature targets for 2030, warning that global biodiversity goals will not be achieved without rapid acceleration of conservation efforts.
Michigan winemakers have a new climate worry: More wildfire smoke
Michigan winemakers face emerging climate risks as wildfire smoke from distant fires threatens grape quality, potentially causing “smoke taint” that damages wine flavor.
In rural communities, fears amplified by ‘AI slop’ and social media hamper solar boom
Rural Louisiana communities are opposing solar farm development due to misinformation spread through social media and AI-generated content, despite expert consensus that solar poses minimal environmental risks.
As Montana warms, Missoula’s first heat map reveals hidden hotspots
Missoula, Montana released its first heat map, revealing neighborhoods can vary by nearly 20 degrees Fahrenheit depending on tree cover and green space availability.
The climate movement gave this Texas tribe millions and a global platform. No one checked its story.
An investigation reveals Juan Mancias of the Carrizo/Comecrudo Tribe of Texas lacks documented evidence of Indigenous ancestry, yet has raised millions from major foundations and gained international prominence in climate activism.
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 reliability and grid integration alongside capacity expansion.
‘Climate change kills’: Pedro Sánchez speaks plain truth to Spain’s deniers
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has reiterated warnings that climate change poses a deadly threat to Spain, as wildfires consume over 180,000 hectares in the first seven months of 2026.