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Climate · European UnionSlovenia's Triglav Glacier May Disappear Within Days
The Triglav Glacier in Slovenia is expected to disappear within days due to accelerating climate change and unusually early snowmelt. Once covering 14 hectares in 1946, its rapid melting could impact water availability in the Dráva and Mura river basins.
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Politics · United StatesEnvironmental groups sue over relaxed US fuel economy rules
Environmental groups and a coalition of states have filed lawsuits against the Trump administration over its decision to relax vehicle fuel economy rules. The administration claims the move offers more choice, while critics argue it will increase pollution and fuel costs.
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ClimateSwiss glaciers lost 5.5% of ice volume in 2026
Swiss glaciers lost 5.5% of their ice volume in 2026, the second-largest annual percentage drop recorded. Over the past five years, nearly a fifth of the country's glacier ice has vanished, primarily due to heat waves and insufficient winter snowfall.
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PoliticsPortuguese drivers protest fuel prices with bridge honking
Drivers on Lisbon's 25th of April Bridge honked their horns to protest high fuel prices. Truckers also participated in a 'go-slow' convoy on a motorway. Protesters called for the environment minister's resignation and the reinstatement of teleworking.
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PoliticsFederal Court rejects Ottawa's bid to dismiss climate case
The Federal Court has rejected the government's attempt to dismiss a lawsuit that accuses it of intending to miss its 2030 greenhouse gas emission target. A judge found the government failed to meet the high bar required to strike the case from the court's docket.
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Politics · United StatesColorado Governor Jared Polis Signs Order to Protect Pollinators
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed an executive order aimed at protecting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The directive mandates state agencies to decrease pesticide application and implement pollinator-friendly practices, while also encouraging habitat conservation efforts across the state.
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Business & Economy · United StatesLouisiana fishers sue Venture Global over LNG terminal sediment spill
Commercial fishers, guides, and seafood processors in Louisiana are suing Venture Global, alleging a sediment spill from dredging for a new LNG terminal killed millions of oysters and reduced catches. The lawsuit claims immediate losses of over $450,000 for one plaintiff.
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Climate · United StatesCanada to miss 2030 emissions target by 2050, study says
A Canadian Climate Institute study suggests Canada will not meet its 2030 emissions reduction target, even by 2050. The analysis attributes this to recent federal policy changes, placing the country over 20 years behind schedule.
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Politics · United StatesMichigan reviewing Line 5 tunnel permits after court ruling
Michigan environmental regulators are reviewing permits for the Line 5 tunnel project following a state Supreme Court decision. Governor Gretchen Whitmer has also urged Enbridge CEO Gregory Ebel to shut down the pipeline within months.
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Politics · United StatesGovernment abandons plan to bypass species protection laws
The federal government has withdrawn a proposal that would have allowed ministers to exempt certain projects from laws protecting species at risk. Environmental groups remain concerned about other potential avenues for bypassing the Species At Risk Act.
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Climate · Middle EastIsrael's desalination plants shut by algae bloom, Gaza sewage cited
Israel is experiencing a water crisis after five of its six desalination plants shut down due to an algae bloom in the Mediterranean Sea. Experts suggest untreated sewage from Gaza's damaged infrastructure may be contributing to the bloom, exacerbating existing water issues in both regions.
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Climate · United StatesGovernment asks court to dismiss lawsuit over emissions targets
The federal government is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit that claims Ottawa has no intention of meeting its 2030 greenhouse gas emissions target. Government lawyers contend the Federal Court lacks the authority to intervene in political matters or mandate specific climate actions.
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Two-headed coneflower mutation linked to environment
A coneflower exhibiting a two-headed mutation is a result of environmental triggers, according to reports. This phenomenon was covered across multiple outlets, with reader questions about gardening also noted.
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PoliticsFederal government silence on B.C. fish farm ban prompts industry and advocate questions
Federal Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson stated the plan to ban open-net pen fish farms in British Columbia by 2029 is still in place. However, the government's extended silence on implementation details has led to uncertainty for both industry and advocacy groups.
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Politics · United StatesStudy: Trump administration's emissions rollback analysis flawed
A new study published in the journal Science found the Trump administration's analysis justifying the rollback of vehicle emission rules contained significant errors. Researchers estimate correcting these flaws would turn projected savings into a cost of $670 billion.
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Politics · United StatesUS politicians push back against data centers amid backlash
A growing backlash against data center projects is emerging across the US, with politicians from both major parties raising concerns about their impact on electricity grids, water supplies, and the environment. This opposition is influencing midterm election campaigns, particularly in states like Pennsylvania.
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PoliticsNew Brunswick announces $2.2 million for environmental projects
New Brunswick is distributing over $2.2 million to 45 community environmental projects. The funding aims to support initiatives in environmental protection, awareness, waste management, climate change, and sustainable communities.
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