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A surprising twist in federal climate policy could help cities and states hold fossil fuel companies accountable. Legal experts say removing federal greenhouse gas regulation may clear the path for local climate lawsuits to succeed.
A federal judge cleared the way for Hawaii to sue major oil companies for climate damages, dealing a setback to federal efforts blocking state climate action. The ruling means Hawaiian taxpayers may no longer bear the full cost of climate impacts alone.
After losing everything to a devastating typhoon, 67 Filipino survivors are taking fossil fuel giant Shell to court in a groundbreaking climate justice case. It's the first lawsuit directly linking a major oil company to deaths and injuries from climate impacts in vulnerable communities.
African negotiators are making climate-driven health impacts a top priority at upcoming global climate talks, marking a major shift in how the continent approaches climate action. For a region facing rising malaria, cholera, and malnutrition from climate change despite contributing least to emissions, this new strategy could reshape global climate policy.
A legal challenge by Greenpeace Australia Pacific has prompted energy giant Woodside to change how it presents its carbon emissions plans to the public. The settlement marks a win for transparency in corporate climate reporting.
After the USDA deleted climate resources farmers needed, nonprofits sued and won access to critical weather planning tools. The settlement ensures farmers can prepare for extreme weather even if government websites change again.
Survivors of devastating typhoons in the Philippines just filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against a major oil company, demanding accountability for climate change impacts. This historic case could reshape how fossil fuel companies face consequences for extreme weather events.
Egypt is restructuring how it accesses billions in climate funding to speed up green projects across the country. The move could unlock crucial financing for sustainable energy, climate-resilient infrastructure, and small businesses going green.
Louise Yeung, New York City's new chief climate officer, brings 10 years of experience rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy to help residents understand how climate impacts their daily lives. Her focus: making vulnerable neighborhoods safer, healthier, and more resilient.
Thirteen young Hawaiians sued their state over climate inaction and won more than a court case. They earned a permanent seat at the table where Hawaii's transportation future is being decided.
Doctors, communicators, and activists are pushing forward with climate solutions even as federal support wavers. Their stories reveal wins still happening and reasons to stay inspired.
A groundbreaking lawsuit in New Zealand questions whether governments can rely heavily on tree planting instead of cutting emissions to meet climate goals. The decision could reshape how countries worldwide approach their climate commitments.
The 2025 COP30 climate summit in Brazil marked a turning point as African nations and the Global South stepped into leadership roles, securing major wins on climate finance and adaptation. With new funding mechanisms and stronger alliances, Africa now faces the crucial task of turning ambitious climate goals into real action in 2026.
A former teacher turned an insight into action: climate education works when it fits inside existing lessons, not as extra work. Her free platform now reaches every grade level and helps students turn anxiety into hope.
In a historic win for climate justice, 141 countries backed a resolution affirming that protecting people from climate change is a legal obligation, not just a political choice. The decision, led by Pacific island nation Vanuatu, gives new legal weight to holding nations accountable for climate damage.
Kenya beat out 46 other countries to win a regional office of the Green Climate Fund, making Nairobi a new hub for climate finance across Eastern and Southern Africa. The victory positions Kenya as a leader in bringing critical funding to countries fighting climate change.
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African scientists are challenging Western climate models that fail to capture the continent's unique challenges. A new research agenda aims to put Global South voices at the center of climate policy.
Thirty students in coastal Bangladesh are tackling local climate challenges with creative solutions and peacebuilding skills. Their workshop shows how youth leadership and cooperation can build resilient communities facing climate threats.
Tanzania is bringing in major international funding to protect its environment and help communities adapt to climate change. Between 2020 and 2025, the East African nation completed 10 climate projects worth $97.6 million, with another $62.6 million in the pipeline.
Kenya just became the first African nation to secure global support for tracking the true cost of climate disasters. The breakthrough puts the country at the front of the line for future climate justice funding.
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