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As climate change threatens their lands, Indigenous nations demand more power at the UN
Indigenous leaders gathered at the UN this week to demand greater representation in international climate and environmental decisions, citing accelerating climate impacts on their lands and livelihoods.
French Polynesia objects to an American seabed mining plan made without its input
French Polynesia plans to challenge an American startup’s seabed mining proposal in international waters near its borders, claiming it was not properly consulted about the project.
Why the Iran war hasn’t caused a global oil crisis — yet
Four months into the 2026 Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure, predicted global oil crises have largely been averted through strategic reserves, increased production, and widespread conservation measures, though experts warn conditions could worsen.
‘Unprecedented’ changes in UK climate are normalising extremes, report says
The UK experienced record temperatures in 2025 with unprecedented climate changes becoming the norm, according to a new annual climate report that warns further extremes are likely.
Q&A: What the EU’s carbon market review means for climate action
The European Commission proposes reforms to the EU’s Emissions Trading System on 17 July, including extending free allowances to companies until 2038 and slowing emissions reductions after 2031, sparking debate over climate effectiveness.
‘My shirt was wringing’: National Express bus drivers speak out on 40C conditions
Bus drivers in the West Midlands report temperatures reaching 40C in vehicle cabs during recent heatwaves, citing inadequate air conditioning and demanding working conditions.
Slowdown in Arctic ice melt ends after largest winter decline on record
Arctic sea ice decline has resumed after a temporary slowdown, with the largest year-to-year wintertime reduction on record between 2024 and 2025.
Sustainable Farming Scheme gets billion pound budget over four years
Wales announced over one billion pounds in funding for its Sustainable Farming Scheme across multiple years, providing farmers with budgetary certainty while environmental groups call for increased investment.
Rising seas magnify the dangers of Coastal Georgia’s industrial past
Rising sea levels and stronger storms threaten to breach containment measures at toxic Superfund sites in coastal Georgia, prompting researchers to launch a new center to study health impacts and environmental contamination.
Line 5 tunnel in Michigan clears major permitting hurdle, in blow to opposition
Michigan regulators issued key permits Wednesday for an Enbridge tunnel project to replace an aging Line 5 pipeline section beneath the Straits of Mackinac, drawing opposition from environmental and tribal groups.
Sustainable Farming Scheme gets billion pound budget over four years
Wales announced over one billion pounds in funding for its Sustainable Farming Scheme across multiple years, providing farmers with budgetary certainty while environmental groups call for increased investment.
Rising seas magnify the dangers of Coastal Georgia’s industrial past
Rising sea levels and stronger storms threaten to breach containment measures at toxic Superfund sites in coastal Georgia, prompting researchers to launch a new center to study health impacts and environmental contamination.