Mozambique Mints a New National Park — and Surveys Its Riches

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In the wake of wars, natural disasters and insurgencies, Mozambique is experiencing an environmental renaissance. One of the results is a new and stunningly beautiful national park. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/03/travel/mozambique-national-park.html

Why Wildfires Are Raging Early in the West Due to Drought and Climate Change

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Firefighters in New Mexico, Arizona and California are battling springtime blazes that have been fueled by a severe drought and boosted by climate change. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/30/us/wildfires-fire.html

Netting Zero Climate Series: Join the Conversation on May 20

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The Times’s Andrew Ross Sorkin joins Dame Ellen MacArthur, and other experts, to explore what it will take to transform the economy in the battle against climate change. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/30/climate/net-zero-circular-economy-climate-event.html

Senate Passes $35 Billion Water Bill, but Bigger Infrastructure Fights Loom

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The lopsided vote was a reminder that bipartisan cooperation on public works projects is possible, but lawmakers in both parties said the spirit of compromise could be fleeting. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/29/us/politics/senate-water-infrastructure-bill.html

Facing Droughts, California Challenges Nestlé Over Water Use

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A draft cease-and-desist letter sent to BlueTriton — known until this month as Nestlé Waters North America — is the latest development in a yearslong battle over water resources in the San Bernardino area. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/29/us/nestle-water-california.html

German High Court Hands Youth a Victory in Climate Change Fight

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The government must expand its plan to reduce carbon emissions to zero by 2050, the country’s highest court ruled. The decision requires lawmakers to make long-term commitments. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/29/world/europe/germany-high-court-climate-change-youth.html

People of Color Are Exposed to More Pollution

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Researchers uncovered stark disparities between white people and minorities across thousands of categories of pollution, including trucks, industry, agriculture and even restaurants. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/28/climate/air-pollution-minorities.html

Epicurious Drops Beef Recipes to Fight Climate Change

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The popular cooking website will not publish new beef recipes over concerns about climate change. “We think of this decision as not anti-beef but rather pro-planet,” an article said. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/27/dining/epicurious-beef.html

Halting the Vast Release of Methane Is Critical for Climate, U.N. Says

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A major United Nations report will declare that slashing emissions of methane, the main component of natural gas, is far more vital than previously thought. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/24/climate/methane-leaks-united-nations.html

Biden’s Bet on a Climate Transition Carries Big Risks

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The president’s plans to cut emissions in half by 2030 relies heavily on a government effort to steer the development of new industries, but business leaders are fretting over the rapid timeline. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/24/business/bidens-climate-change.html

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