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Over 150 wind projects are stalled as the Pentagon worries turbine blades interfere with drone radar.

The Pentagon is blocking more than 150 wind projects over drone fears
The Trump administration claims wind turbines pose a national security threat. The industry says it’s pure politics.

A US court case may reveal who paid hackers to target climate activists after reports on Exxon's history emerged.

US trial could reveal who paid hackers to target Exxon climate critics: ‘on the edge of our seats’
Oil giant has denied involvement, but climate activists are closely watching court case against Israeli private investigator for answers

Large fires in Canada and Minnesota are bringing poor air quality to the Midwest and Northeast this week.

Wildfires expose millions in the Midwest and Northeast US to dangerous smoke
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is expected to engulf large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week, exposing millions of people to dangerous air pollution. Minnesota officials issued an air quality alert from Tuesday through Friday for areas including the Twin Cities metro area, Alexandria and Two Harbors, with very […]

Heat waves often fly under the radar because they don't leave a scene, but they take a heavy toll on our bodies.

Why Heat Waves Are Tricky Killers
Deciding what counts as a heat death is more difficult than it sounds.

Protections against fracking in the Delaware River Basin remain for now, keeping water safe for millions of people.

Fracking Ban in the Delaware River Basin Survives a Republican Challenge (For Now) - Inside Climate News
The congressional amendment sought to overturn a fracking prohibition that protects water used by millions of people. Critics predict that natural gas allies will try again.

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