Youth climate change lawsuit now targets state, Gov. Inslee – MyNorthwest.com
MyNorthwest.com Youth climate change lawsuit now targets state, Gov. InsleeMyNorthwest.comA climate change lawsuit spearheaded by a group of Washington state youth is now moving forward with court approval, adding the State of Washington and Gov. Jay Inslee as defendants. “This case is important because it transformed from a small case …Judge: Seattle kids can move ahead…
President Obama bans oil drilling in large areas of Atlantic and Arctic oceans – Washington Post
Inverse President Obama bans oil drilling in large areas of Atlantic and Arctic oceansWashington PostPresident Obama moved to solidify his environmental legacy Tuesday by withdrawing hundreds of millions of acres of federally owned land in the Arctic and Atlantic Ocean from new offshore oil and gas drilling. Obama used a little-known law called the …Obama…
El Nino-linked Cyclones to Increase in Pacific With Climate Change, Scientists Say – Voice of America
Voice of America El Nino-linked Cyclones to Increase in Pacific With Climate Change, Scientists SayVoice of AmericaSmall Pacific island states could be hit by more tropical cyclones during future El Nino weather patterns because of climate change, scientists said Tuesday. El Nino is a warming of sea-surface temperatures in the Pacific that occurs every two…
Letter: Schneiderman, Becerra will fight for environment – Buffalo News
Letter: Schneiderman, Becerra will fight for environmentBuffalo NewsNew York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and Rep. Xavier Becerra, the incoming California attorney general, deserve applause when they say they are prepared to protect minorities and the environment in the face of President-elect Donald …
Fired Top Scientist to Advance Climate Change Plans – Washington Free Beacon
Newsmax Fired Top Scientist to Advance Climate Change PlansWashington Free BeaconA new congressional investigation has determined that the Obama administration fired a top scientist and intimidated staff at the Department of Energy in order to further its climate change agenda, according to a new report that alleges the …House Committee: Obama Fired Top Scientist Over…
El Nino-linked cyclones to increase in Pacific with global warming: resear… – Reuters
El Nino-linked cyclones to increase in Pacific with global warming: resear…ReutersLONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Small Pacific island states could be hit by more tropical cyclones during future El Nino weather patterns due to climate change, scientists said on Tuesday. El Nino is a warming of sea-surface temperatures in the … and more »
Evaluating Avalanches Danger In A Warming World, Lessons From Past Climate Change – Forbes
Forbes Evaluating Avalanches Danger In A Warming World, Lessons From Past Climate ChangeForbesIt seems reasonable to ask if a warmer climate also poses a danger for winter sports enthusiasts. One of the most deadliest natural events, influenced by climate, in mountains are avalanches. The first tourists were killed by an avalanche in 1820 on …
Trump team asks State Dept. what it spends on international environmental efforts – Washington Post
Washington Post Trump team asks State Dept. what it spends on international environmental effortsWashington PostDonald Trump’s presidential transition team has asked State Department officials to disclose how much money it provides each year to international environmental groups. It’s the latest example of how the incoming administration is reassessing the U.S. …What Will Trump’s Cabinet Picks Mean…
Tanzania: The Catholic Church wants economic growth initiatives to respect the environment and human dignity – Vatican Radio
Vatican Radio Tanzania: The Catholic Church wants economic growth initiatives to respect the environment and human dignityVatican RadioThe Catholic church in Tanzania is calling for programmes and initiatives that are meant to promote social and economic growth in the country to respect the environment and the dignity of every citizen. The call was made at…
Letter: Here's what you can do for the environment – The Coloradoan
The Coloradoan Letter: Here’s what you can do for the environmentThe ColoradoanOne of the things I love best about the Fort Collins area is the commitment to the environment. I applaud the city for their courage to create and continue a climate plan to limit carbon; CSU’s commitment to renewable energy; and the population’s …