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When the Trump administration shut down Climate.gov, fired staff launched Climate.us to preserve a decade of free climate education. In two weeks, the independent site has already attracted 800,000 page views.
In a powerful victory for island nations facing extinction, 141 countries voted to support a landmark court ruling that makes climate protection a legal obligation. Despite fierce opposition from major oil producers, the world has taken a major step toward climate justice.
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 billion-dollar climate technology that looked promising on paper turned out to make emissions worse, not better. Scientists just proved we dodged a costly bullet by not building it everywhere.
When the government took down climate.gov, dedicated volunteers and former administrators worked together to save 15 years of climate research and public resources. The new site, climate.us, launched this week with everything restored and plans to expand.
Despite a week of delay tactics, the International Maritime Organization's Net Zero Framework for shipping survived intact, keeping hope alive for cleaner oceans. The EU and ambitious nations refused to let the climate agreement die.
When the Trump administration shut down Climate.gov and laid off 280,000 federal workers, three women refused to let 15 years of climate data disappear. They launched Climate.us, preserving vital weather safety tips and scientific resources that millions depended on.
Three major economies are doubling down on climate action, proving international cooperation can thrive even when the world's biggest players step back. Their commitment ahead of COP31 shows progress doesn't require unanimity.
After losing their government jobs, former NOAA climate experts rebuilt their popular website from scratch with global crowdfunding support. Climate.us now serves millions seeking trusted weather and climate information independent of political influence.
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.
The United Nations just adopted a groundbreaking resolution recognizing that countries have a legal duty to fight climate change, with 141 nations voting yes. Only eight countries, including the US, voted against this historic step forward.
Five grassroots organizations led by Black communities are proving climate action looks like solar-powered drinking water, flood recovery teams, urban farms, and green job training. With backing from The Solutions Project, they're building resilience where it's needed most.
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.
When government scientists lost their jobs, they didn't let years of climate data disappear. Now 80 experts have launched climate.us to keep vital information accessible to everyone.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Despite severe droughts and crop failures, Zimbabweans are rallying behind bold climate solutions. A new survey shows overwhelming public support for renewable energy and climate-resilient infrastructure investments.
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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