Wildfires in New Mexico continue to grow
New Mexico wildfires are continuing to grow as unrelenting high winds make conditions very difficult for firefighters.
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Electric cars have been slow to catch on in Wyoming. Some hope that will change
The charging station network needed for electric cars will reach states like Wyoming last. It's sparsely populated and fighting to keep fossil fuels in America's energy mix.
The Work-From-Home climate challenge
Companies might have thought a silver lining from the pandemic was that remote work was slashing emissions. They're thinking again.
Scientists give Earth a 50-50 chance of hitting key warming mark by 2026
The latest estimate from various forecast centers around the world say the planet is approaching a warming threshold international agreements are trying to prevent.
Fund secures $100 Million to benefit climate change initiatives for people of color
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Isabelle Leighton of the Donors of Color Network, which has secured $100 million in pledges to fund environmental justice initiatives centered on communities color.
2 wildfires in New Mexico have merged into 1. And the weekend is bringing high winds
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with New Mexico's Gov. Luhan Grisham talks about a recent wildfire burning east of Santa Fe right now — the second-biggest in New Mexico's recorded history.
World Food Prize goes to former farmer who answers climate change question: 'So what?'
The 2022 honoree is Cynthia Rosenzweig, whose computer modeling shows the impact on global crops. She talks about her "aha" moment, a big surprise in her findings and her plans for the $250,000 prize.
Biden declares disaster in New Mexico wildfire zone
The declaration releases emergency funds to recovery efforts in three counties in northeastern New Mexico.
The U.S. may soon export more gas to the EU, but that will complicate climate goals
To help wean Europe off Russian gas, the Biden administration wants to increase U.S. natural gas exports. But critics say that's at odds with the president's climate and environmental justice goals.
Insurance rates spike after Florida lawmakers fail to address condo safety
Florida's legislature adjourned without addressing condo safety following the collapse in Surfside in which 98 died. In the absence of state action, insurance companies are raising rates dramatically.