Citing climate change risks, Farmers is latest insurer to exit Florida
The move comes as insurance companies drop coverage in California, Louisiana and other states hit by disasters and high reconstruction costs.
By Justine McDanielElectric vehicle skepticism from auto workers puts Biden in a tough spot
As the UAW negotiates union contracts with Ford, General Motors and Stellantis, it's putting President Biden in an awkward position, between unions and a green energy agenda.
By Jeanne WhalenBuying renewable energy doesn’t mean what you think
The popular method of buying renewable "credits" for electricity is inflating green power claims.
By Shannon Osaka and Hailey HaymondFlorida’s smallest citrus crop in a century to put squeeze on shoppers
The USDA says Florida may produce the fewest oranges since 1937. Hurricanes and pests have made the measly harvest possible — and may make orange juice pricier.
By Shera Avi-YonahPlan to use pig fat as plane fuel doesn’t fly, study says
Using animal biofuels in aviation has been touted as a solution for cutting emissions. But the practice may lead to other environmental problems, a study warns.
By Andrew JeongDelta’s carbon-neutral pledge is ‘greenwashing,’ California lawsuit says
Delta promised to become "the world's first carbon-neutral airline," a claim the lawsuit says is misleading because of issues with the carbon-offset market.
By Andrew JeongBurning trash for the planet? Climate cash sets off branding frenzy.
Incinerators, plastics companies and big agriculture race to position as climate-friendly as billions in federal subsidies flow
By Evan HalperWhy the U.S. is so bad at building clean energy, in 3 charts
As Congress battles over the debt ceiling and permitting reform, here’s what’s at stake for the renewable energy industry and 2050 "net zero" carbon target.
By Shannon OsakaFresh blackout threats emerge as power grid faces a stressful summer
Much of the country is at risk of electricity shortages if extreme weather returns this summer, according to a new report from regulators.
By Evan HalperTax credit for clean energy raises concern from some U.S. industries
Some American manufacturers fear that the clean energy incentive will actually reinforce China’s production dominance.
By Evan HalperFusion power by 2028? Microsoft is betting on it.
A large fusion start-up has inked a deal to supply electricity to Microsoft by 2028, but many scientists are skeptical
By Evan HalperBiden’s push to disclose climate risks hits wall of industry resistance
Big business is bucking President Biden’s efforts to use SEC rules and the purchasing power of the U.S. government to reveal and reduce climate emissions.
By Steven MufsonFallout from Willow oil project lands hard on Harvard climate expert
Jody Freeman has served on the board of ConocoPhillips for 11 years. She’s made a “positive difference,” she said, but her detractors disagree.
By Steven MufsonTax season is getting longer. Blame climate change.
A national Tax Day is becoming a thing of the past as large swaths of the country get tax filing extensions because of catastrophic and climate-induced weather events.
By Jacob BogageBill Hellmuth, pioneer in sustainable architecture who led HOK, dies at 69
Architect Bill Hellmuth of HOK designed dozens of major buildings around the world, including many in D.C.
By Michael S. RosenwaldUnleash the deep-sea robots? A quandary as EV makers hunt for metals.
International disputes over deep-sea mining have carmakers steering clear of the idea even though the seabed is a treasure trove of EV battery metals that can be mined with minimal disruption to humans
By Evan HalperWhy you may choose to lease — rather than buy — your next electric car
Because of how the Inflation Reduction Act was written, confusion is rife on which EVs qualify for subsidies. A key Treasury Department decision comes this week.
By Timothy Puko, Steven Mufson and Maxine JoselowSilicon Valley Bank collapse could slow the transition to clean energy
Silicon Valley Bank cast a wide shadow over climate tech, with half of its start-ups doing business there. The collapse could impact investment in the sector.
By Evan HalperThe conservative battle against ‘woke’ banks is backfiring
States and cities are pushing back against conservative efforts to blacklist banks and financial investors that factor climate risks into their decisions.
By Steven MufsonBrazilian meat giant under fire for allegedly misleading investors
JBS, the world's largest meat company, is accused of misleading investors about its multibillion-dollar "green bonds." The company disputes the allegations.
By Steven Mufson