House Democrats Announce They’ll Hold Climate Change Hearings Early Next Year
Since Democrats gained a majority in the House during the mid-term elections, they've been expected to focus on climate change mitigation and preparation.
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Urbanization Intensified Hurricane Harvey’s Flooding. What Does That Mean for Future Storms?
As more areas of the country are hit with the kind of flooding seen during Harvey, the role of the city will become increasingly important.
With Warmer Winters Comes More Violent Crime
If stronger hurricanes can't convince you that climate change is dangerous, how about the increased odds of getting mugged?
Hot, Dry Weather Disrupts Countries Across the Globe (in Photos)
Record-high temperatures continue to exacerbate fire, drought, and other negative weather patterns around the world.
What Do the Mid-Term Election Results Mean for Renewable Energy and Climate Change?
A number of ballot initiatives dealing with environmental issues were rejected by voters across the country, but governors and representatives with conservation bonafides can still pick up the slack.
Climate Change Continues to Intensify Fires in California
The Woolsey and Camp Fires mark a continuation of unprecedented burning in California.
Inside the Mind of Dana Rohrabacher, California’s Most Divisive Congressman
In a wide-ranging interview, the Orange County representative speaks with Pacific Standard about climate change, DACA, and where he thinks Arnold Schwarzenegger went wrong.
Viewfinder: Climate Protests at the Supreme Court
Protesters attend a rally held by the group Our Children's Trust on October 29th, 2018, outside the United States Supreme Court in Washington, D.C.
Meet the Kids Trying to Put the Government on Trial for Its Climate Policies
In Juliana v. United States, a group of young plaintiffs is trying to force the government into climate action—whether the president wants to or not.
Oregon’s Extreme Drought Looks Set to Continue
The Oregon drought this year is most striking because it covers many coastal areas known historically as some of the wettest in the country.