Many nations hope to reduce the half a billion tons of plastic made each year. But pushback from plastic and oil producers, and Donald Trump’s election, could scuttle an agreement.…

Some countries were outraged over what they saw as deep flaws in the plan, which calls for $300 billion per year in support for developing nations. Read More

A president has little control over global oil markets, economists say. Read More

Hundreds of brush fires and wildfires have sparked all over the New York City region. Hilary Howard, who covers climate change and the environment in the region, explains what’s happening.…

Nitrogen oxides, a group of gases from the burning of fossil fuels, is linked to a range of health effects. Read More

Every month so far has seen floods, fires, smashed heat records or some combination of extreme weather. Little time remains for leaders to agree on what to do about it.…

The hoppy pilsner from Singapore, where freshwater is scarce, is part of an effort to promote recycling solutions. Read More

Despite endorsing a transition away from fossil fuels last year, Saudi Arabia has since worked to undermine it, diplomats say. Lisa Friedman, a New York Times reporter covering climate policy…

Deadly landslides are becoming more common and large amounts of rain are a known trigger. An atmospheric river is dumping rain out West. What you should know about your risk.…

Trump has said he’ll repeal President Biden’s climate law, but one North Carolina district shows how hard unwinding multibillion-dollar projects could be. Read More