High Country News McCain resumes his quest for climate change actionHigh Country NewsOn Sunday, Sen. John McCain said it’s time to sit down again and figure out some “common-sense solutions” to climate change. The Arizona Republican made his cautious remarks on CNN when asked why others in his party act as if climate change is…

The Independent MP appointed to Parliament’s science committee is part of climate change denial think tankThe IndependentA new member of the Commons committee meant to ensure Government decisions are based on sound scientific evidence is also a trustee of an organisation that promotes climate change denial. Graham Stringer, a long-time sceptic of the consensus … and…

ISPO Textilemission: New initiative against microplasty in the environmentISPOSynthetic fibre textiles release microplastic particles in household laundry – this is extremely bad for the environment and that’s why the “TextileMission” joint project has been in existence since September 2017. The aim of the research project is to …

Phys.Org Greece botched oil spill response: environment groupsPhys.OrgAn oily sea on a beach near Athens, five days after the sinking of a tanker, has triggered criticism from environmental groups over the Greek government’s response to the spill. Greek officials botched their response to a minor oil spill that is now …Greece fumbled oil spill response:…

Climate Home Three takeaways from the 2017 Business and Climate Summit – ICC …International Chamber of CommerceFrom 31 August to 1 September, the third annual Business and Climate Summit took place in New Delhi, India. As the leading forum for business leaders, …China, EU and Canada to take lead on climate at Montreal meetingClimate HomeClimate Week…

Forbes Time Management Is a Waste of Time — Manage Your Energy InsteadForbesInstead of focusing on managing your time, think about how you can manage your energy. Consider these six ways to gain more energy. Some of them will take time out of your schedule but the energy they give back will help you achieve…

California’s clean-energy bill is in troubleThe Mercury NewsSACRAMENTO — A major clean-energy bill championed by California’s Senate leader is languishing in the state Assembly and may not get a vote in the final days of this year’s legislative session. and more »

Forbes Consumer Protection Concerns As Big Tech Enters The Energy MarketsForbesLAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 13: (L-R) President of the Center for American Progress Neera Tanden, U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz and Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Jon Wellinghoff speak during the National Clean Energy …

Washington Post Advocates want Md. utilities to use renewable sources for half their energy by 2030.Washington PostAdvocates, led by the Maryland Climate Action Network and Maryland Clean Energy Jobs Initiative, say their campaign is especially important in light of President Trump’s promise to bolster the coal industry, his decision to withdraw from the Paris …New…

Washington Post The Energy 202: Here’s what solar energy research is going to look like under TrumpWashington PostAs such solar panels evolve into a growing share of electricity, some within the Energy Department, including Energy Secretary Rick Perry, worry there may not be enough power plants in parts of the country capable of running 24/7.…