Is climate-friendly flying possible? Biden administration places a big wager.
Billions of dollars in new tax credits aim to cut jet emissions — but experts worry they could make the problem worse.
By Evan HalperRenewables and EVs are soaring. It’s still not enough.
Even as renewable energy projects and electric vehicles take off, a new analysis by the Global Carbon Project now shows that global greenhouse emissions will grow 1.1 percent this year.
By Shannon OsakaCompanies made big climate pledges. Now they are balking on delivering.
At a crucial moment in the fight against climate change, the world’s biggest companies are not delivering on their commitments to curb warming.
By Evan HalperAn effort to create the strictest workplace heat rules in the U.S. failed
Miami-Dade County’s proposed heat standard would mandate water, shade and rest for outdoor workers and could be a model for other local governments to follow.
By Nicolás RiveroThese new apples are built to withstand extreme weather
There are more than 7,500 kinds of apples. The University of Maryland just invented two new ones for a warming world.
By Laura ReileyCompanies capture a lot of CO2. Most of it is going into new oil.
The government is still funding the controversial practice of “enhanced oil recovery.”
By Shannon OsakaChina owns the EV supply chain. Now it wants to sell you a car.
European consumers use Chinese products every day. Will they also embrace cars by Chinese auto companies such as BYD that have their sights set on Europe?
By Chico HarlanExxonMobil doubles down on fossil fuels with $59.5 billion Pioneer deal
The tie-up comes as energy prices are rebounding.
By Aaron Gregg and Evan HalperOlive oil prices reach record highs as Spain’s harvest is halved
Experts blame drought, extreme weather for paltry production
By Laura ReileyTom Conway, steel union chief who backed climate fight, dies at 71
Mr. Conway was an informal adviser to President Biden and served on a committee examining trade issues.
By Brian MurphyFord halts work on $3.5 billion plant amid strike, forced labor probe
The collaboration with Chinese battery-maker CATL has drawn scrutiny from congressional investigators. The pause comes as thousands of auto workers go on strike.
By Evan HalperExtreme heat is forcing America’s farmers to go nocturnal
Rising temperatures have led more farmers to harvest crops in the middle of the night to protect their workforce and the quality of their produce from extreme heat.
By Eli Tan and Jacob BogageEmployers turn to ice vests, sweat stickers to cope with extreme heat
Working conditions are getting hotter, igniting a small but fast-growing industry to cool down workers.
By Jacob BogageI learned new hobbies to ditch fast fashion. You can, too.
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the statistics. Here are some less expensive ways I changed my own consumption habits.
By Kate WheelerChevy Bolt EV is returning to market, months after GM scrapped it
General Motors said it's launching a new Chevy Bolt EV, just months after announcing that it would scrap production of the popular, small electric vehicle.
By Jeanne WhalenLeather-seat maker for car companies targeted in widening probe
The world's largest maker of leather car seats is targeted in a growing congressional probe of environmental and human rights abuses in auto supply chains.
By Evan HalperCiting climate change risks, Farmers is latest insurer to exit Florida
The move comes as insurance companies drop coverage in California, Louisiana and other states hit by disasters and high reconstruction costs.
By Justine McDanielElectric vehicle skepticism from auto workers puts Biden in a tough spot
As the UAW negotiates union contracts with Ford, General Motors and Stellantis, it's putting President Biden in an awkward position, between unions and a green energy agenda.
By Jeanne WhalenBuying renewable energy doesn’t mean what you think
The popular method of buying renewable "credits" for electricity is inflating green power claims.
By Shannon Osaka and Hailey HaymondFlorida’s smallest citrus crop in a century to put squeeze on shoppers
The USDA says Florida may produce the fewest oranges since 1937. Hurricanes and pests have made the measly harvest possible — and may make orange juice pricier.
By Shera Avi-Yonah