‘My Property, My Trees’: New Tree-Cutting Law Divides N.Y. Town

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A Westchester County suburb updated its law about tree removals from yards, upsetting tree advocates, who want stricter rules, and residents who don’t want to be told what to do. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/18/nyregion/tree-law-mamaroneck-westchester-county.html

U.K. Climate Change Committee Urges Speed in Cutting Emissions

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A report by a government body that oversees efforts to reduce greenhouse gases will help underpin the Labour Party’s plans to accelerate renewable energy and other measures. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/17/business/britain-climate-change-energy-transition.html

Watch Rare Siamese Crocodiles Hatching

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The largest population of the endangered Siamese crocodiles this century hatched in Cambodia, a big moment for the conservation of a wild species once on the brink of extinction. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/17/climate/siamese-crocodile-extinct-hatchlings.html

Amtrak Passengers Face Record Delays From Extreme Weather

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The dated U.S. rail infrastructure is struggling to stay operational as climate change accelerates and intense heat waves, downpours and high winds become more frequent. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/17/us/politics/amtrak-delays-heat-extreme-weather.html

Oil Companies are Thriving as the World Pushes for Clean Energy

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment High prices and growing demand have helped U.S. oil producers take in record profits despite global efforts to spur greater use of renewable energy and electric cars. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/16/business/energy-environment/oil-company-profits.html

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