Is the U.S. Oil Industry Dominant? On the Verge of Oblivion? Neither

October 7, 2019 / by Robert L. Kleinberg / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Energy dominance is not possible in today’s world, but even if new restrictions are imposed to ease climate change, the industry has reason to be optimistic. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/07/business/United-States-tight-oil-market.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Oil Companies Ponder Climate Change, but Profits Still Rule

October 7, 2019 / by STANLEY REED / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment They are caught between investors who want greener energy and those who simply want a strong return on their investments. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/07/business/energy-environment/oil-companies-climate-change-profits.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

New York City Wants to Put a Climate Change ‘Laboratory’ on Governors Island

October 7, 2019 / by Christopher Flavelle / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The island, which has an unusual history and considerable real estate potential, could host a complex devoted to climate policy under the plan, which is in its early stages. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/06/climate/governors-island-climate-change-new-york.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

After a Caribbean Hurricane, the Battle Is Where, or Even Whether, to Rebuild

October 7, 2019 / by Kirk Semple / Environment, Europe, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment When Hurricane Irma crushed Saint-Martin two years ago, the French state vowed swift assistance. Aid has flowed in, but a fight has followed about recovery plans, exposing racial and class tension. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/07/world/americas/hurricane-irma-saint-martin.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Teacher Put on Leave After ‘Sniper Rifle’ Comment About Greta Thunberg, District Says

October 6, 2019 / by Sandra E. Garcia / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment An Iowa school district said it was investigating the teacher’s Facebook comment about a rally led by the young climate activist. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/06/us/Greta-thunberg-shooting-threat-teacher.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

The Greening of Paris Makes Its Mayor More Than a Few Enemies

October 5, 2019 / by Adam Nossiter / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment As Anne Hidalgo declares war on the car, drivers rage at the disruptions, but supporters credit her with preparing Paris for a hotter future. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/05/world/europe/paris-anne-hildago-green-city-climate-change.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Stunt Aimed at Ocasio-Cortez Over Climate Change: ‘Start Eating Babies’

October 4, 2019 / by Azi Paybarah / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The congresswoman was criticized by President Trump and other Republicans for her measured response to a woman’s suggestion to “eat the children.” Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/04/nyregion/aoc-babies.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Flash Drought in the South Brings Record Heat Without Rain

October 4, 2019 / by Jacey Fortin / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Autumn is here, and it’s still hot. Here is what we know about the record-breaking temperatures and low precipitation across much of the American South. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/04/us/flash-drought-monitor.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Scientists on Arctic Expedition Choose Ice Floe That’ll Be Home for a Year

October 4, 2019 / by HENRY FOUNTAIN / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The Mosaic mission has picked the ice floe it will be frozen into for the next year, to learn more about global warming’s effects on the Arctic.  Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/04/climate/mosaic-arctic-expedition.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Rick Perry Is Said to Be Resigning as Energy Secretary by Year’s End

October 4, 2019 / by Lisa Friedman and Maggie Haberman / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment An aggressive promoter of President Trump’s fossil fuel agenda, Mr. Perry ended his run as one of the longest-serving cabinet members in a tumultuous administration. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/04/climate/rick-perry-energy-secretary.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

BP Chief Executive Bob Dudley Is to Retire

October 4, 2019 / by STANLEY REED / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Mr. Dudley was credited with steadying the oil company after a deadly blowout in the Gulf of Mexico. Bernard Looney will replace him in February. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/04/business/bp-ceo-bob-dudley-bernard-looney.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

A ‘Chilling Message’: Trump Critics See a Deeper Agenda in California Feud

October 4, 2019 / by CORAL DAVENPORT / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment From Pennsylvania to New Mexico, the collateral damage to other states is mounting in President Trump’s regulatory and environmental feud with California.  Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/03/climate/trump-california-environment.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Jerome Facher, 93, Dies; Won Acquittal in Noted Pollution Case

October 3, 2019 / by SAM ROBERTS / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment After children died from toxic water, he defended the conglomerate Beatrice Foods in a case that became the basis of the book and movie “A Civil Action.” Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/03/us/jerome-facher-won-dead.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

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