The Latest Breaking News on Climate

California FAIR Plan Exposure Doubles to $650 Billion — 35.8% Rate Hike Requested

California’s wildfire crisis just hit a new financial flashpoint, and it’s not happening in the forests — it’s happening in the insurance system. The California FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort, has seen its exposure explode to a staggering $650 billion, more than double what it carried just…

The Free Financial Advisor · Feb 1

See the full 'Snow Moon' chill in the eastern sky at sunset tonight

The 'Snow Moon' is named for the inclement weather that is common in January.

Space · Feb 1

Fossil fuel firms may have to pay for climate damage under proposed UN tax

Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation could also force ultra-rich to pay global wealth tax

The Guardian - UK · Feb 1

Australia’s grid now relies on renewable energy as much as coal. Those who doubted it look foolish

Solar met the majority of electricity demand between 9am and 6pm in the past week as much of the country cranked air conditioners

The Guardian - AU · Jan 30

Salting your driveway? Here's when you should actually be doing it for maximum melt

The best time to salt your driveway is not when you think — and it’s a common mistake.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 30

After a brutal winter, will spring be warm? The Old Farmer's Almanac has the answer

Warm spring on the horizon? The Old Farmer’s Almanac says yes, despite heavy winter snow. What does it mean for gardeners?

Tom’s Guide · Jan 30

It's freezing cold and you've lost power. Here's what emergency doctors want you to do

Power outages and prolonged exposure to frigid temperatures carry a risk of hypothermia that cannot be ignored

The Independent UK · Jan 30

'Forever chemicals' could cost Europe €1.7 trillion by 2050

PFAS pollution in Europe could cost society up to €1.7 trillion by 2050, as the European Union weighs how to deal with so-called “forever chemicals” that persist in the environment and the human body.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 29

Florida braces for frost and possible snow flurries as winter storms hit other parts of the US

Florida won’t be getting hit with massive blankets of snow and ice like the rest of the U.S., but even frosty windshields and a few flurries can feel like Antarctica to people with permanent sandal tans

The Independent UK · Jan 30

Country’s Largest Air Pollution Permit Issued to Power Plant for Data Centers in West Texas, Developer Says

It’s among a handful of similarly colossal ventures announced during 2025, making Texas the global epicenter of a gas power buildout.

Texas Observer · Jan 29