How much should nuclear power be part of our energy future?

Among other ways, it would upgrade the power grid and support electric cars and public transit.

As it stands, the bill would fund several agencies’ efforts to predict, control and plan for blazes caused by climate change.

Climate scientists say in the U.S., the transportation sector is the largest source of carbon emissions. Expanding public transit is key, they say.

Better use of data could help insurers inform future policies.

“It’s a tough season this year,” says Lisa Duncan of Temple Bar Marina. Slips are filled, but the boat launch is closed for now.

New research from UCLA shows climate change-induced heat waves pose a growing threat to workers.

On a farm in Oregon, they try to figure out what kinds of trees and shrubs produce the most flying embers.

Clean Energy Futures found that a U.S. transition to 80% clean electricity by 2030 would produce a net benefit over $1 trillion.

Long term, coal isn’t a good option as an energy source. But the competition between coal and natural gas is what matters now.