
Ahead of Trump Decision, China Says It Will Stick to Paris Climate Deal
A U.S. withdrawal would give China the opportunity to become the world’s climate leader
A U.S. withdrawal would give China the opportunity to become the world’s climate leader
However, states cannot be expected to lead international efforts to tackle global warming
Many scientists view the agreement as an essential step in preventing global catastrophe
As permafrost thaws, emissions of this potent greenhouse gas increase
New research shows how climate and air quality policies can work together to clean up China's air
The forecast is currently for 11 to 17 storms to form, of which five to nine are expected to become hurricanes, and two to four major hurricanes
Researchers are chalking out a plan that could bridge the gap between where the technology stands and where it needs to go
A glacier scientist and expert climber weighs in on the high-altitude mystery surrounding the summit’s icy rock face
Programs to track emissions from vehicles, factories, power plants and other sources would continue to receive funding
The move is the latest indication of unease about the case among the industry associations
Trump’s cuts are part of an effort to pump up military spending and finance a Mexico border wall
Industry is working on new aircraft fuels that reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Creating sustainable food systems in the face of a changing climate isn't easy—but innovators around the world are making real progress
A new study has found a steady growth of moss in Antarctica over the last 50 years
Scientists are trying to pin down an answer as soon as possible
The governors of Massachusetts and Vermont say their states are already feeling the brunt of climate change
Elon Musk bets homeowners will pay a premium for resilient panels that look like an ordinary roof
New changes to EPA, Interior Department advisory groups could restrict or paralyze them, critics say
Rex Tillerson signed an agreement recognizing the Paris climate accord, but said the president was not rushing to make a decision on whether to leave the pact
Warmer winters are driving up oak pollen, sending more people to the hospital
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