This digest provides a selection of recent news articles relating to climate change and other environmental issues. Click on the title to read the full article from its original source.
By Jeff Brady (NPR)
Ithaca, N.Y. pulled together widespread support for an ambitious plan to eliminate its greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. But half-way through its 10-year plan to address climate change, Ithaca has seen how difficult it is to move off fossil fuels.
By Mark Harris (Anthropocene)
The carbon-free promise of solar and wind teeters on high voltage wires. Proposals described here could result in an electricity grid fully compatible with renewable energy.
By Rochelle Toplensky (WSJ Pro Sustainable Business)
The planet is now well outside of its safe operating space and the need for global action means Donald Trump’s re-election would be a complete disaster, he says
By Damian Carrington (The Guardian)
Methane leaks are driving 30% of the climate crisis and MethaneSat will provide the first near-comprehensive global view.
By Delger Erdenesanaa and Christopher Flavelle (New York Times)
The Smokehouse Creek fire is a sign of more to come. Property insurers in Texas are already responding.
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