Climate and environment

Legal battle over a Nevada lithium mine backed by Biden, facing opposition from tribes and environmentalists, reaches U.S. appeals court.

Scorching temperatures in Texas due to a heat dome strain the power grid, while the heat wave threatens to expand across the US.

The U.S. government allocates $1.7bn for electric and low-emission buses, benefiting transit projects in 46 states and territories.

Tornado in Indiana causes a fatality, injures another and disrupts power across states amid severe weather.

A recent oil spill originating from a Shell facility in Nigeria has resulted in the contamination of farmland and a river, causing severe disruption to the fishing and farming communities…

Catalonia, Spain, faces perfect wildfire conditions with record heat and drought, putting homes and landscapes at risk. Firefighters prepare for a potentially scorching summer.

States consider replacing fuel taxes with mileage-based charges as revenue declines. Challenges and public acceptance remain key concerns.

Bridge collapse in Montana causes freight train carrying hazardous materials to plunge into Yellowstone River. No injuries reported. Investigation underway.

Bridge collapse sends train with hazardous materials into Yellowstone River; crews on site, no injuries reported. Potential environmental impact being assessed.

Tornado wreaks havoc at Wyoming coal mining site, injuring 8 people and halting operations, but thankfully, no fatalities reported.