Climate Change

Emperor Penguins Listed As Endangered Species By IUCN As Warming Melts Ice

"The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife announced Thursday."

Source: AFP, 04/10/2026

'Climate Change Is Kicking Our Butts.’ March Smashes US Heat Records

"March’s persistent unseasonable heat was so intense that the continental United States registered its most abnormally hot month in 132 years of records, according to federal weather data. And the next year or so looks to turn the dial up on global warmth even more, as some forecasts predict a brewing El Niño will reach superstrength."

Source: AP, 04/10/2026

Trump EPA Wants To Gut Rules On Coal Plant Ash That Threatens Groundwater

"The Trump administration on Thursday proposed weakening rules for the disposal of ash produced by burning coal that can contain hazardous heavy metals and contaminate groundwater. Those regulations were strengthened under the Biden administration as part of a wider crackdown on pollution from coal-fired power plants."

Source: AP, 04/10/2026

"EPA Chief Praises Group For Opposing Government Action On Climate Change"

"Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin delivered the keynote speech at a Wednesday meeting of the Heartland Institute, a group that challenges the overwhelming scientific consensus on climate change’s harmful impacts and the need to curb greenhouse gas emissions that cause it."

Source: Washington Post, 04/09/2026

Alabama Enacts Utility Regulation Bill Many Say Is a Win For Alabama Power

"The legislation was weakened so significantly its original sponsor ultimately voted against it. Alabamians say they’ll continue to push for real reform."

Source: Inside Climate News, 04/09/2026

"What Does $164M Buy Big Oil? Inupiat Land And A Broken Promise."

"A federal auction undid a hard-won agreement to protect Alaska's North Slope. The Iñupiat community that fought for it is still waiting to be heard."

Source: Grist, 04/08/2026

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