World Nov 11 Biden cracks down on methane emissions despite push for more oil to lower gas prices The Biden administration has ramped up efforts to reduce methane emissions, targeting the oil and gas industry for its role in global warming, despite pressing energy producers for more oil drilling to lower gas prices.
Science Oct 20 EPA opens civil rights probe into Mississippi water crisis The announcement came days after leaders of two congressional committees said they were starting a joint investigation into a crisis that left most homes and businesses in Jackson without running water for several days.
Economy Oct 19 U.S. awards $2.8 billion in grants for electric vehicle batteries in 12 states The Biden administration on Wednesday awarded $2.8 billion in grants to build and expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles in 12 states.
Health Aug 26 2 'forever chemicals' to be named hazardous substances, says EPA official The Environmental Protection Agency says it's designating some toxic industrial compounds used in household goods as hazardous substances under the Superfund law.
Politics Aug 11 Sweeping climate bill will push American energy to go green Congress is poised to pass a transformative climate change fighting bill. Friday's vote would be the first major climate package in the U.S. and would include close to $375 billion in spending.
Politics Aug 04 In surprise vote, Senate to overturn Biden environmental rule Manchin, a key player on energy and climate issues and a swing vote in the closely divided Senate, joined with Republicans to support the measure, which was approved 50-47.
Politics Aug 01 WATCH: Kamala Harris announces $1 billion to states for floods, extreme heat Harris called climate change an “immediate” and “urgent” crisis as she detailed Biden administration efforts to respond to disasters such as deadly flooding in Kentucky and wildfires in California.
Politics Jul 30 House approves legislation to help the West cope with wildfires and drought The measure combines 49 separate bills and would increase firefighter pay and benefits; boost resiliency and mitigation projects for communities affected by climate change; protect watersheds; and make it easier for wildfire victims to get federal assistance.
Nation Jul 16 Biden promises to take action on climate change despite setbacks Biden did not specify what actions he will take on climate, but said they will create jobs, improve energy security, bolster domestic manufacturing and protect consumers from oil and gas price increases. “I will not back down,'' he promised.
Politics Jun 24 President Biden partners with East Coast governors to boost offshore wind energy The White House is launching a partnership with 11 East Coast governors to boost the growing offshore wind industry, a key element of President Joe Biden's climate change plan.