Climate
Stories from the front lines of the climate crisis
The climate affects all of us. Our daily reporting covers aspects of health, community, economy, international relations, and social justice relative to climate change.
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NOAA
Climate Change and Wars Are Increasing the Risk of an Oil Disaster
Increased oil traffic between Russia and China through the Arctic Circle is putting Alaska Native communities at an elevated risk for an oil spill. Read more
Sep 16, 2024
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Congressman Greg Casar
U.S. Progressives Join Latin American Colleagues in Inaugural Panamerican Congress
Representatives from across North, Central, and South America came together to discuss climate change, attacks on democracy, and violent conflict. Read more
Sep 13, 2024
Frédéric Poirot (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Workers Are Bearing the Brunt of Extreme Heat
It's time to implement heat safety standards and protect workers from the scorching temperatures induced by climate change. Read more
Aug 29, 2024
NOAA
Florida’s Coral Reef Is Dead—Now What?
The damage to Florida’s coral reef is irreversible, but that doesn’t mean we can give up fighting for it. Read more
Jul 22, 2024
Mark Dixon (CC BY 2.0)
Dear Democratic Party: Clean Up Your Act for the Planet
Democrats need to put forward a candidate who will champion bold climate action. Read more
Jul 12, 2024
Garen Meguerian
We Don’t Need to Live in a World of Climate Doom
Instead, we need to look at the progress we have made—and build our power for the future. Read more
Jul 10, 2024
TheAustinMan (CC0)
After An Extreme Wildfire Season, Latin America Faces Heavy Flooding
El Niño has given way to La Niña, bringing heavy rains and flooding across the hemisphere. Read more
Jul 6, 2024
Jim O’Donnell
A Closer Look at America’s Water Crisis
New Mexico’s unprotected waters demonstrate how pollution, drought, and the climate crisis converge to harm communities. Read more
May 29, 2024
