Climate Change

"Trump Administration Approves Ultra-Deepwater Oil Drilling Plan"

"The Trump administration on Friday approved a $5 billion oil drilling project in ultradeep waters of the Gulf of Mexico over protests from Democrats and environmental activists who said the venture posed significant risks to wildlife and communities."

Source: NYTimes, 03/16/2026

As Iran War Shakes Energy System, Some See Strong Case For Renewable Energy

"World leaders have tried and failed to curb climate change by appealing to nations to act for the common good. Now, the Iran war and its costly energy crunch have some experts wondering if selfishness and nationalism may be a more likely way to save the planet, by boosting support for homegrown renewables over imported fossil fuels."

Source: AP, 03/13/2026

"Can Hydropower Ride the Wave of the Energy Boom?"

"The International Energy Agency’s executive director has called hydropower a “forgotten giant,” and has urged governments to do more to remember it. U.S. President Donald Trump has said hydropower is “fantastic,” a sharp contrast to his disdain for wind and solar."

Source: Inside Climate News, 03/13/2026

"Trump Admin Fires New Shot in Fight Over California Clean Car Rules"

"The Trump administration on Thursday filed a new lawsuit against California over its strict limits on planet-warming pollution from cars, arguing that the restrictions would unlawfully force a rapid transition to electric vehicles in the state."

Source: NYTimes, 03/13/2026

"Trump Removes Sanctions on Russia to Help Oil Flow Amid Iran Conflict"

"The United States on Thursday temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian oil that is currently at sea, allowing it to be shipped to buyers around the world as the Trump administration scrambles to contain energy prices that have been soaring because of the war in Iran."

Source: NYTimes, 03/13/2026

"Air Pollution Spikes As Trump Doubles Down On Coal Power"

"Air pollution from coal-fired power plants spiked in 2025, a striking reversal of long-term progress in air quality as the Trump administration boosted coal use." "EPA data shows pollution bumps that are among the largest in decades, just as the agency rolls back rules cracking down on pollution from coal-fired power plants."

Source: E&E News, 03/11/2026

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