Tag: #environment

Trump Administration Rescinds 2001 Roadless Rule for Federal Forest Lands

U.S. rescinds 2001 Roadless Rule, affecting 59 million acres to boost industrial development and mitigate wildfire risks amid environmental opposition.

#politics, #environment, #wildfires, #trumpadministration

Louisiana Environmental Groups Sue State Over Air Monitoring Law

Environmental groups sue Louisiana over a law they say hinders community air monitoring and stifles free speech.

#louisiana, #environment, #lawsuit, #airmonitoring, #freespeech

Trump's Investment Initiative Aims to Expedite $1 Billion-Plus Projects

President Trump introduces measures to fast-track federal permits for $1bn investments, sparking economic and environmental debates.

#trump, #investment, #economy, #environment, #politics

EPA's Deregulation Sparks Health Concerns Amid Environmental Rollbacks

Trump administration's EPA deregulates 30+ environmental rules, potentially increasing deaths by 30,000 annually, sparking public health fears.

#epa, #trumpadministration, #environment, #publichealth, #deregulation

Trump's Expedited Permit Plan Sparks Environmental Debate

President-elect Trump's plan to fast-track permits for large projects ignites a debate over NEPA impacts and environmental concerns.

#trump, #nepa, #environment, #infrastructure

WMO Report Predicts Accelerated Global Warming and Arctic Amplification

WMO forecasts rising global temperatures, Arctic warming three times faster than global average, stressing need for urgent climate action.

#climatechange, #globalwarming, #arctic, #environment

WMO Report Warns of 80% Chance Global Temperatures Will Exceed 1.5°C By 2029

Global temperatures may temporarily exceed the 1.5°C threshold by 2029, warns WMO, urging urgent climate action.

#climatechange, #globalwarming, #WMO, #environment, #science

U.S. Department of Energy Proposes Major Deregulation to Boost Domestic Production

DOE plans major deregulation to cut oversight, boost domestic energy, potentially saving $11B. Major shifts involved, including appliance regulation cuts.

#energy, #regulation, #doe, #deregulation, #environment

Global Temperatures Surpass Paris Agreement 1.5°C Threshold, Urgent Action Needed

Global temperatures rise past 1.5°C threshold, calling for urgent climate action. Experts warn of severe environmental impacts.

#climatechange, #globalwarming, #environment

Devastating Wildfires Ravage Israel and West Bank, Prompting Evacuations and International Aid

Wildfires in Israel's Jerusalem Mountains cause extensive damage, evacuate 10,000, link to climate change, and raise political tensions.

#wildfires, #israel, #environment, #climatechange, #middleeast

Study Warns of Increased Abrupt Temperature Shifts Threatening Global Regions

Research highlights rapid heat-cold transitions affecting 60% of the globe, urging emissions cuts.

#climate change, #temperature shifts, #global warming, #environment

Massive Wildfire in New Jersey Spurs Evacuations and Arson Charge

A New Jersey wildfire consumes 15,000 acres, spurring evacuations and an arson charge against a 19-year-old.

#new jersey, #wildfire, #evacuations, #arson, #environment

Pope Francis Passes Away at 88, Marking the End of a Transformative Era

Pope Francis dies at 88, leaving a legacy of humility and social justice. The Catholic Church enters a period of mourning and transition.

#pope francis, #catholic church, #social justice, #environment, #interfaith dialogue

Bipartisan Senators Unveil 'Fix Our Forests Act' to Combat Wildfire Crisis

Senators propose 'Fix Our Forests Act' to reform forest management amidst rising wildfires in the Western U.S.

#wildfires, #forest management, #legislation, #bipartisan, #environment