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A major report estimates that climate change causes about one heat-related death every minute. Continued reliance on fossil fuels drives more heatwaves, toxic air pollution, and wildfires—jeopardizing a healthy future.
Rising heat kills one person a minute worldwide, major report reveals
Biggest analysis of its kind finds millions are dying each year from combined effects of failure to tackle climate crisis
www.theguardian.com
November 8, 2025 at 7:19 PM
A major report estimates that climate change causes about one heat-related death every minute. Continued reliance on fossil fuels drives more heatwaves, toxic air pollution, and wildfires—jeopardizing a healthy future.
The true cost of plastic is estimated to be up to $1.1 trillion per year. Plastic impacts human health, ecosystems, and property values. We simply can’t afford to keep making and using as much plastic as we do today.
$1 Trillion: The Social Cost of Plastic in the United States
A new report shows that the true costs of plastic are far more than what you see on the price tag.
www.nrdc.org
November 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
The true cost of plastic is estimated to be up to $1.1 trillion per year. Plastic impacts human health, ecosystems, and property values. We simply can’t afford to keep making and using as much plastic as we do today.
Toxic PFAS-coated pans can leach chemicals into our food when heated or scratched, increasing the risk of serious health effects. To reduce your exposure to these “forever chemicals,” choose PFAS-free cookware or use safer practices when handling pans.
Why Nonstick Pans Are a Hot Mess
The reasons to get PFAS out of cookware go far beyond the kitchen.
www.nrdc.org
November 6, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Toxic PFAS-coated pans can leach chemicals into our food when heated or scratched, increasing the risk of serious health effects. To reduce your exposure to these “forever chemicals,” choose PFAS-free cookware or use safer practices when handling pans.
When climate disasters strike, those who are hardest-hit often shoulder the costs of the damages. But New York now has a law that requires big oil and gas companies—who are most responsible for these disasters—to pay for projects that help protect communities from future harm.
November 5, 2025 at 7:45 PM
When climate disasters strike, those who are hardest-hit often shoulder the costs of the damages. But New York now has a law that requires big oil and gas companies—who are most responsible for these disasters—to pay for projects that help protect communities from future harm.
As climate disasters intensify, this year’s COP30 must turn commitments into action to protect people, build resilient economies, and safeguard the natural systems we all rely on.
What Will It Take for COP30 to Deliver a Climate-Resilient and Prosperous Future?
As extreme weather events increasingly devastate communities across the globe, COP30 must push for stronger, faster, and more creative ways to adapt to our changing climate and drive more effective, r...
www.nrdc.org
November 4, 2025 at 9:47 PM
As climate disasters intensify, this year’s COP30 must turn commitments into action to protect people, build resilient economies, and safeguard the natural systems we all rely on.
It’s more important than ever to have leaders at every level of government fighting for their communities and our planet. If you have local elections today—go vote!
November 4, 2025 at 6:58 PM
It’s more important than ever to have leaders at every level of government fighting for their communities and our planet. If you have local elections today—go vote!
Regional centers of excellence can serve as key sites for collaboration to improve energy efficiency and reduce climate pollution as developing countries try to meet growing cooling demand.
Addressing Energy Efficiency and Hydrofluorocarbon Pollutants Through Regional Centers of Excellence
What CoEs are and why they matter.
www.nrdc.org
November 4, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Regional centers of excellence can serve as key sites for collaboration to improve energy efficiency and reduce climate pollution as developing countries try to meet growing cooling demand.
Hurricane Melissa unleashed catastrophic damage that destroyed homes and displaced communities. There is no denying that the climate crisis is here, and preparedness requires bold climate action from our leaders.
November 3, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Hurricane Melissa unleashed catastrophic damage that destroyed homes and displaced communities. There is no denying that the climate crisis is here, and preparedness requires bold climate action from our leaders.
International climate finance drives climate action, but current efforts fall short of supporting developing countries as they transition and adapt to climate change. At COP30 later this month, world leaders must strengthen climate investments to secure a livable future.
International Climate Finance Goals: Where Are We, Where Do We Need to Be, and How Do We Get There?
Nearly a year since governments agreed on a set of new international climate finance goals, here’s an assessment of progress and what COP30 needs to deliver to keep on track.
www.nrdc.org
November 3, 2025 at 5:11 PM
International climate finance drives climate action, but current efforts fall short of supporting developing countries as they transition and adapt to climate change. At COP30 later this month, world leaders must strengthen climate investments to secure a livable future.
The Trump administration wants to open protected marine areas to destructive commercial activities—prioritizing short-term profits over our ocean health and the survival of endangered species like sea turtles.
Protect marine national monuments from destruction | GUEST COMMENTARY
The Trump administration is working to open some of America’s protected natural treasures to industrial fishing and oil drilling, writes Lauren Wenzel.
www.baltimoresun.com
October 31, 2025 at 8:17 PM
The Trump administration wants to open protected marine areas to destructive commercial activities—prioritizing short-term profits over our ocean health and the survival of endangered species like sea turtles.
Before the world convenes in Brazil next month for COP30, world leaders still have work to do to keep their promises to cut climate-warming emissions and keep global temperatures below 2 degrees.
UN: Global climate plans falling short of the goal
Greenhouse gas pollution in 2035 would be only 6 percent lower than levels that countries have previously promised to hit by 2030, according to a U.N. report based on skimpy submissions from governmen...
www.politico.com
October 30, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Before the world convenes in Brazil next month for COP30, world leaders still have work to do to keep their promises to cut climate-warming emissions and keep global temperatures below 2 degrees.
The expansion of a natural gas pipeline was approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), even though its application failed to follow the basic steps required by the Natural Gas Act.
We’re challenging this decision with @earthjustice.org and other partners.
We’re challenging this decision with @earthjustice.org and other partners.
October 30, 2025 at 5:20 PM
The expansion of a natural gas pipeline was approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), even though its application failed to follow the basic steps required by the Natural Gas Act.
We’re challenging this decision with @earthjustice.org and other partners.
We’re challenging this decision with @earthjustice.org and other partners.
The effects of climate change are here and demand an overhaul of the National Flood Insurance Program. Congress must reauthorize and reform the program to reflect sea level rise and flood risk—protecting millions of homeowners in vulnerable communities.
It’s Time to Fix Our Water-Logged National Flood Insurance Program
The NFIP has made strides in reducing risk and promoting equity. But it’s still in hot water.
www.nrdc.org
October 30, 2025 at 3:04 PM
The effects of climate change are here and demand an overhaul of the National Flood Insurance Program. Congress must reauthorize and reform the program to reflect sea level rise and flood risk—protecting millions of homeowners in vulnerable communities.
Adaptation saves lives, protects homes and businesses, and reduces costs. As one of the strongest tools against climate change, it must be included in every level of policy, planning, and investment.
Adapting to a Changing Climate Is the Bedrock of a Stronger America
Climate change isn’t at our door—it’s knocking it down.
www.nrdc.org
October 29, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Adaptation saves lives, protects homes and businesses, and reduces costs. As one of the strongest tools against climate change, it must be included in every level of policy, planning, and investment.
Neonics are harmful pesticides that threaten our health and have been linked to birth defects and cognitive impairment. Current standards under President Trump’s EPA allow for unsafe levels of these toxins in our food.
October 29, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Neonics are harmful pesticides that threaten our health and have been linked to birth defects and cognitive impairment. Current standards under President Trump’s EPA allow for unsafe levels of these toxins in our food.
Many cookware brands claim their products contain safe chemicals, but wear and tear can still leach toxic forever chemicals into your food. Try to opt for options like cast iron or stainless steel to steer clear of these toxic substances.
How Nontoxic Is ‘Nontoxic’ Cookware?
www.nytimes.com
October 29, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Many cookware brands claim their products contain safe chemicals, but wear and tear can still leach toxic forever chemicals into your food. Try to opt for options like cast iron or stainless steel to steer clear of these toxic substances.
Warmer-than-usual oceans are rapidly fueling Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean. As climate change heats our waters, storms strengthen faster, putting lives at risk especially in small island countries.
How climate change is fueling Hurricane Melissa’s ferocity
Hurricane Melissa has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm due to warmer oceans
www.independent.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Warmer-than-usual oceans are rapidly fueling Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean. As climate change heats our waters, storms strengthen faster, putting lives at risk especially in small island countries.
The newly proposed Saguaro Energía liquefied natural gas project in the Gulf of California is a financially irresponsible plan that would create environmental risks for our planet and oceans. We urge J.P. Morgan Chase to back out of supporting this project.
October 28, 2025 at 7:55 PM
The newly proposed Saguaro Energía liquefied natural gas project in the Gulf of California is a financially irresponsible plan that would create environmental risks for our planet and oceans. We urge J.P. Morgan Chase to back out of supporting this project.
The ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Commission has rejected taking strong regulatory action on pesticides, despite saying pesticides are a significant threat to children’s health. Unless EPA does more to rein in on needless use of these toxic chemicals, public health will remain at serious risk.
The MAHA Commission Wants You to Stop Worrying About Pesticides
Meanwhile, these toxic chemicals are still threatening our health.
www.nrdc.org
October 28, 2025 at 5:40 PM
The ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Commission has rejected taking strong regulatory action on pesticides, despite saying pesticides are a significant threat to children’s health. Unless EPA does more to rein in on needless use of these toxic chemicals, public health will remain at serious risk.
We’re a finalist for the @AnthemAwards for our @SXSW activation about the need to protect the Gulf of California from Big Oil. Vote for us by clicking the celebrate button:
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October 27, 2025 at 8:10 PM
We’re a finalist for the @AnthemAwards for our @SXSW activation about the need to protect the Gulf of California from Big Oil. Vote for us by clicking the celebrate button:
While the government is shut down, some federal agencies are still pushing fossil fuel expansion—issuing oil and gas permits and working to roll back pollution limits—while sidelining clean energy.
The Government Is Shut Down. But Not for Fossil Fuels.
www.nytimes.com
October 27, 2025 at 6:10 PM
While the government is shut down, some federal agencies are still pushing fossil fuel expansion—issuing oil and gas permits and working to roll back pollution limits—while sidelining clean energy.
AI data centers are predicted to triple their energy use in the next five years. Powered mostly by dirty fossil fuels, this surge could hike up electricity bills for consumers and worsen the climate crisis.
What the datacenter boom means for America’s environment – and electricity bills
In this week’s newsletter: from Google to Amazon to OpenAI, the economic and climate cost of datacenters continues to grow
www.theguardian.com
October 25, 2025 at 9:06 PM
AI data centers are predicted to triple their energy use in the next five years. Powered mostly by dirty fossil fuels, this surge could hike up electricity bills for consumers and worsen the climate crisis.