Spain Agrees to Host Key Climate Talks After Chile Pulls Out

October 31, 2019 / by Somini Sengupta / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times, South America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Madrid has offered to hold the next United Nations climate talks, the leaders of Spain and Chile announced on Thursday. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/31/climate/spain-chile-cop25-climate-meeting.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Keystone Pipeline Leaks 383,000 Gallons of Oil in North Dakota

October 31, 2019 / by NIRAJ CHOKSHI / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The spill in the northeastern part of the state, which occurred along a different stretch than the controversial XL pipeline addition, coated an estimated half-acre of wetland, officials said. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/31/us/keystone-pipeline-leak.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

E.P.A. to Roll Back Rules to Control Toxic Metals from Coal Plants

October 31, 2019 / by Lisa Friedman / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The Trump administration is expected today to roll back rules designed to limit emissions of heavy metals like arsenic, lead and mercury from coal-fired power plants. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/31/climate/epa-coal-ash.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

White House Pressed Car Makers to Join Its Fight Over California Emissions Rules

October 31, 2019 / by Coral Davenport and Hiroko Tabuchi / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Monday’s surprise move by G.M., Toyota and other car makers to back President Trump in his fight with California over pollution rules followed calls from the White House. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/30/climate/general-motors-toyota-emissions-white-house.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

In the Fight Against Climate Change, Not All Forests Are Equal

October 30, 2019 / by HENRY FOUNTAIN / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A new study on the carbon impact of forest loss suggests a new target: preserving forests where deforestation and degradation haven’t yet begun. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/30/climate/climate-change-forests.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Chile, Rocked by Unrest, Withdraws From Hosting Climate and Trade Summits

October 30, 2019 / by Ernesto Londono and Somini Sengupta / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment President Sebastián Piñera said on Wednesday that his country, which has been rocked by a wave of recent protests, was not in a position to host the meetings. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/30/world/americas/chile-cop25-apec.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Rex Tillerson to Take the Stand in Exxon Climate Change Case

October 30, 2019 / by JOHN SCHWARTZ / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The former Exxon chief executive Rex Tillerson is about to testify in the case that accuses the company of committing shareholder fraud over climate change. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/30/climate/rex-tillerson-exxon-climate-change-case.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Toyota’s Support of Trump Emissions Rules Shocks Californians

October 29, 2019 / by Tiffany Hsu / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Toyota’s support of the Trump administration in its fight with California over auto emissions shocked consumers in a state known for its environmental activism. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/29/business/toyota-california-emissions-honda-gm-chrysler.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

MIT Engineers Find New Way to Remove CO2 From Air

October 29, 2019 / by News Editor / Climate, Environment, Environmental News Service, Journalism

Published by the Environmental News Service CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, October 29, 2019 (ENS) – A new way of removing the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2) from a stream of air could provide a valuable tool in the battle against climate change say the engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT, who developed the new system. […]

Largest U.S. National Forest Faces Roadless Rule Repeal

October 29, 2019 / by News Editor / Environment, Environmental News Service, Journalism

Published by the Environmental News Service JUNEAU, Alaska, October 29, 2019 (ENS) – The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public comments on its plan to exempt Alaska’s Tongass National Forest from the 2001 Roadless Rule. The 60-day public comment period opens today. Read the full article at: http://ens-newswire.com/2019/10/29/largest-u-s-national-forest-faces-roadless-rule-repeal/

How Climate Change Could Shift California’s Santa Ana Winds, Fueling Fires

October 29, 2019 / by HENRY FOUNTAIN / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Recent research suggests that as the climate warms, Santa Ana winds may become less frequent. Coupled with precipitation changes, that could mean more intense fires later in the year. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/28/climate/santa-ana-winds.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

General Motors Sides With Trump in Emissions Fight, Splitting the Industry

October 29, 2019 / by HIROKO TABUCHI / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Along with Toyota and Fiat Chrysler, the auto giant backed the administration in its clash with California over pollution standards. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/28/climate/general-motors-california-emissions-trump.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

Aramco’s I.P.O. Will Be Less Gigantic Than Promised

October 28, 2019 / by Michael J. de la Merced and Stanley Reed / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The state-owned oil giant is expected to announce soon that it plans to go public. But the stock sale will fall short of Saudi Arabia’s ambitions. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/28/business/dealbook/aramco-ipo-saudi-arabia.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

High Winds Fan California Wildfires, 180,000 Evacuated

October 28, 2019 / by News Editor / Environment, Environmental News Service, Journalism

Published by the Environmental News Service SACRAMENTO, California, October 27, 2019 (ENS) – California Governor Gavin Newsom today declared a statewide emergency due to the effects of unprecedented high-wind events that have resulted in wildfires and evacuations across the state. Read the full article at: http://ens-newswire.com/2019/10/27/high-winds-fan-california-wildfires-180000-evacuated/

Secret Deal Helped Housing Industry Stop Tougher Rules on Climate Change

October 26, 2019 / by Christopher Flavelle / Environment, Journalism, New York Times

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The arrangement, in place for years, guarantees industry representatives a bloc of seats on two powerful committees that recommend building codes. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/26/climate/building-codes-secret-deal.html?emc=rss&partner=rss

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