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Why our methane-detecting satellite shows that climate action must now aim sky-high
With the world lagging behind schedule on dealing with the climate crisis, bolder solutions are required – like a pioneering pollution-hunting satellite.
www.weforum.org
Two weeks ago, we learned @methanesat.bsky.social went dark, but its transformative impact shines on. It showed what ambitious climate action can achieve—and why now is the time to take bold risks for even bolder solutions.
More from EDF President Fred Krupp: www.weforum.org/stories/2025...
More from EDF President Fred Krupp: www.weforum.org/stories/2025...
#COP30 wasn’t a once-and-for-all fix on climate, but it pushed real work forward. Over the past two weeks, countries, Indigenous leaders, and businesses signaled a clear shared ambition for climate action. 1/2
November 25, 2025 at 4:51 PM
#COP30 wasn’t a once-and-for-all fix on climate, but it pushed real work forward. Over the past two weeks, countries, Indigenous leaders, and businesses signaled a clear shared ambition for climate action. 1/2
10 years ago, Aliso Canyon was a wake-up call to the widespread, often invisible problem of methane leaks.
As the Trump Admin rolls back key methane protections, this anniversary is an urgent reminder that controlling methane is vital to our climate and health.
As the Trump Admin rolls back key methane protections, this anniversary is an urgent reminder that controlling methane is vital to our climate and health.
November 24, 2025 at 5:51 PM
10 years ago, Aliso Canyon was a wake-up call to the widespread, often invisible problem of methane leaks.
As the Trump Admin rolls back key methane protections, this anniversary is an urgent reminder that controlling methane is vital to our climate and health.
As the Trump Admin rolls back key methane protections, this anniversary is an urgent reminder that controlling methane is vital to our climate and health.
The Trump administration’s new proposal would strip vital protections from nearly all wetlands in U.S. This puts our drinking water, flood protection & wildlife habitats at risk—all to benefit commercial developers & polluters.
Learn more about this dangerous rollback & how EDF is fighting back:
Learn more about this dangerous rollback & how EDF is fighting back:
Trump's new proposal will dismantle wetlands protections and increase flood risk
The Trump administration has just announced that they will redefine which wetlands and waters have Clean Water Act protections in a new proposed Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. This rule creates tremendous uncertainty and risk for our nation’s drinking water, flood protections and critic..
blogs.edf.org
November 21, 2025 at 9:12 PM
The Trump administration’s new proposal would strip vital protections from nearly all wetlands in U.S. This puts our drinking water, flood protection & wildlife habitats at risk—all to benefit commercial developers & polluters.
Learn more about this dangerous rollback & how EDF is fighting back:
Learn more about this dangerous rollback & how EDF is fighting back:
Much of the opposition to Trump Admin’s efforts to end a successful emissions reporting program is from industry groups & GOP members of Congress, per Washington Examiner look at public comments. That's because ending it puts companies at competitive disadvantage. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ph7uO1
Republicans and fossil fuel industry ask Trump EPA to keep emissions reporting
While Republicans have backed Trump's climate rollbacks, many are now breaking with the administration and urging EPA to reverse course.
www.washingtonexaminer.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Much of the opposition to Trump Admin’s efforts to end a successful emissions reporting program is from industry groups & GOP members of Congress, per Washington Examiner look at public comments. That's because ending it puts companies at competitive disadvantage. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ph7uO1
The Global Methane Pledge was launched in 2021 to cut global methane 30%+ by 2030. 4 years later, latest UN report shows we are not yet on track to meet that goal.
Ambitious action is needed to secure cleaner air, stronger economies & a brighter future: https://bit.ly/4oaj8tl
Ambitious action is needed to secure cleaner air, stronger economies & a brighter future: https://bit.ly/4oaj8tl
November 20, 2025 at 1:25 AM
The Global Methane Pledge was launched in 2021 to cut global methane 30%+ by 2030. 4 years later, latest UN report shows we are not yet on track to meet that goal.
Ambitious action is needed to secure cleaner air, stronger economies & a brighter future: https://bit.ly/4oaj8tl
Ambitious action is needed to secure cleaner air, stronger economies & a brighter future: https://bit.ly/4oaj8tl
Pouring more money into coal plants doesn’t add up—and here’s another reason: Coal is more prone to equipment failures than cheaper, cleaner and more abundant renewable energy.
@zeitlin.bsky.social via @heatmap.news explains:
@zeitlin.bsky.social via @heatmap.news explains:
Coal is the least reliable energy source in the U.S., according to a new analysis by @envdefensefund.bsky.social shared exclusively with Heatmap.
Here's @zeitlin.bsky.social with more:
heatmap.news/energy/coal-...
Here's @zeitlin.bsky.social with more:
heatmap.news/energy/coal-...
Trump Wants to Prop Up Coal Plants. They Keep Breaking Down.
According to a new analysis shared exclusively with Heatmap, coal’s equipment-related outage rate is about twice as high as wind’s.
heatmap.news
November 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Pouring more money into coal plants doesn’t add up—and here’s another reason: Coal is more prone to equipment failures than cheaper, cleaner and more abundant renewable energy.
@zeitlin.bsky.social via @heatmap.news explains:
@zeitlin.bsky.social via @heatmap.news explains:
Encouraging momentum in the Oil & Gas Decarbonization Charter’s 2025 Status Report—a positive sign of continued effort from companies working to cut methane emissions.
To turn pledges into action, transparency is essential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JLTpJB
To turn pledges into action, transparency is essential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JLTpJB
November 14, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Encouraging momentum in the Oil & Gas Decarbonization Charter’s 2025 Status Report—a positive sign of continued effort from companies working to cut methane emissions.
To turn pledges into action, transparency is essential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JLTpJB
To turn pledges into action, transparency is essential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JLTpJB
Excellent, clear-eyed clean energy perspective to cut through the noise on 10 big things from 10 years since landmark Paris Accord.
Positive preview: Solar power spread much faster than projected & EVs are now a norm worldwide with 20% of all cars sold. https://nyti.ms/4owAD85
Positive preview: Solar power spread much faster than projected & EVs are now a norm worldwide with 20% of all cars sold. https://nyti.ms/4owAD85
10 Years After a Breakthrough Climate Pact, Here's Where We Are
Has anything really changed in the decade since the Paris Agreement was reached? Actually, quite a lot.
nyti.ms
November 12, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Excellent, clear-eyed clean energy perspective to cut through the noise on 10 big things from 10 years since landmark Paris Accord.
Positive preview: Solar power spread much faster than projected & EVs are now a norm worldwide with 20% of all cars sold. https://nyti.ms/4owAD85
Positive preview: Solar power spread much faster than projected & EVs are now a norm worldwide with 20% of all cars sold. https://nyti.ms/4owAD85
Stunning visuals demonstrate strange science of "hidden rivers in the sky." In past 85 years, per WaPo, the amount of water vapor moving through Earth’s atmosphere has increased by 12%—"equivalent to 35 Mississippi Rivers flowing through the air every second." https://wapo.st/47ynUKE
November 7, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Stunning visuals demonstrate strange science of "hidden rivers in the sky." In past 85 years, per WaPo, the amount of water vapor moving through Earth’s atmosphere has increased by 12%—"equivalent to 35 Mississippi Rivers flowing through the air every second." https://wapo.st/47ynUKE
10 yrs ago, the Aliso Canyon gas leak forced 11k families from their homes, made thousands sick & released 100k tons of planet-warming methane.
Today, lessons are seemingly forgotten as Trump EPA rolls back oil & gas methane protections—putting communities & climate at risk https://bit.ly/4oDoTR2
Today, lessons are seemingly forgotten as Trump EPA rolls back oil & gas methane protections—putting communities & climate at risk https://bit.ly/4oDoTR2
November 6, 2025 at 9:11 PM
10 yrs ago, the Aliso Canyon gas leak forced 11k families from their homes, made thousands sick & released 100k tons of planet-warming methane.
Today, lessons are seemingly forgotten as Trump EPA rolls back oil & gas methane protections—putting communities & climate at risk https://bit.ly/4oDoTR2
Today, lessons are seemingly forgotten as Trump EPA rolls back oil & gas methane protections—putting communities & climate at risk https://bit.ly/4oDoTR2
South Korea makes a major proactive move turning large parking lots (80+ vehicles) into solar powerhouses. Shaded spots expand clean energy use, bolsters grid, protects cars & generates infrastructure jobs, among other "tangible benefits to the public." https://bit.ly/4ov0Dkc
New national law will turn large parking lots into solar power farms
Starting this month, parking lots in South Korea with more than 80 spaces will be required to install solar canopies and carports.
bit.ly
November 5, 2025 at 6:13 PM
South Korea makes a major proactive move turning large parking lots (80+ vehicles) into solar powerhouses. Shaded spots expand clean energy use, bolsters grid, protects cars & generates infrastructure jobs, among other "tangible benefits to the public." https://bit.ly/4ov0Dkc
The operation of a coal plant in Michigan that the Trump Administration has ordered to remain open is costing taxpayers $615,000 — a day — and harming public health & air quality thru the Midwest.
With clean energy cheaper & more abundant than ever, why is this admin... 1/2
With clean energy cheaper & more abundant than ever, why is this admin... 1/2
November 4, 2025 at 7:26 PM
The operation of a coal plant in Michigan that the Trump Administration has ordered to remain open is costing taxpayers $615,000 — a day — and harming public health & air quality thru the Midwest.
With clean energy cheaper & more abundant than ever, why is this admin... 1/2
With clean energy cheaper & more abundant than ever, why is this admin... 1/2
Southeast clean energy transition shifts into high gear as states clearly set ambitious solar power and battery storage goals, per new regional report, with FL, GA, NC & SC all going big on clean gigawatts. https://bit.ly/43JRVGl
Solar in the South keeps growing, and Georgia is a leader, report shows
“We're beginning to see some states make some really big bets on solar,” said Stephen Smith, executive director of the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.
bit.ly
November 3, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Southeast clean energy transition shifts into high gear as states clearly set ambitious solar power and battery storage goals, per new regional report, with FL, GA, NC & SC all going big on clean gigawatts. https://bit.ly/43JRVGl
Excellent analysis of EV market. Plenty of tipping points influencing decision to drive a clean ride as experts predict a "softer landing thanks to timely parachutes from automakers": discounts, incentives and broader offerings at lower price points. https://bit.ly/4qA4q0V
New Deals Likely To Soften Falling Post-Tax Credit EV Sales
Electric vehicles flew off dealer lots ahead of the expiration of federal tax credits. But consumers desiring an EV aren't out of luck looking for deals on EVs.
bit.ly
October 31, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Excellent analysis of EV market. Plenty of tipping points influencing decision to drive a clean ride as experts predict a "softer landing thanks to timely parachutes from automakers": discounts, incentives and broader offerings at lower price points. https://bit.ly/4qA4q0V
💔 Devastating. Satellite imagery captured the devastating storm damage across Jamaica on Wednesday, the day after Hurricane Melissa made landfall on the country’s southwestern coast.
Melissa struck Jamaica as a powerful Category 5 storm on Tuesday morning.
Melissa struck Jamaica as a powerful Category 5 storm on Tuesday morning.
October 30, 2025 at 9:12 PM
💔 Devastating. Satellite imagery captured the devastating storm damage across Jamaica on Wednesday, the day after Hurricane Melissa made landfall on the country’s southwestern coast.
Melissa struck Jamaica as a powerful Category 5 storm on Tuesday morning.
Melissa struck Jamaica as a powerful Category 5 storm on Tuesday morning.
It takes a (clean energy) village—and CT & ME plan to join forces as renewable tax credit deadlines loom. States nationwide see such streamlining as way to beat Fed phaseouts & expedite wind and solar projects for 2026. https://bit.ly/3LeFAnc
Connecticut and Maine team up to fast-track renewables
The two states will jointly consider clean-energy projects, a model that could help more installations qualify for federal incentives before they expire.
bit.ly
October 29, 2025 at 5:14 PM
It takes a (clean energy) village—and CT & ME plan to join forces as renewable tax credit deadlines loom. States nationwide see such streamlining as way to beat Fed phaseouts & expedite wind and solar projects for 2026. https://bit.ly/3LeFAnc
A climate change trend that'll keep sweaters in the closet longer as record hot summers stretch into fall. First freezes arrived 12 days later on average from 1970-2024, per nationwide analysis, covering almost 90% of 204 cities studied. https://bit.ly/4ocKOP3
First freezing temperatures coming later in the year
The first freezing temperatures after summer are coming later on the calendar than they used to in many U.S. cities.
bit.ly
October 27, 2025 at 6:51 PM
A climate change trend that'll keep sweaters in the closet longer as record hot summers stretch into fall. First freezes arrived 12 days later on average from 1970-2024, per nationwide analysis, covering almost 90% of 204 cities studied. https://bit.ly/4ocKOP3
A renewable ramp-up so bright it might require shades 😎 Expect clean energy news led by solar power to shine worldwide w/ buildout of 4.6K gigawatts forecast from 2025-30. That's 2x amount of previous 5 years as "growth has essentially been exponential." https://bit.ly/47Ed8DU
Chart: Solar is driving renewable energy to new heights around the...
Between 2025 and 2030, the world is expected to build nearly 4,600 gigawatts of renewables -- almost double the amount built over the previous five-year...
bit.ly
October 24, 2025 at 9:12 PM
A renewable ramp-up so bright it might require shades 😎 Expect clean energy news led by solar power to shine worldwide w/ buildout of 4.6K gigawatts forecast from 2025-30. That's 2x amount of previous 5 years as "growth has essentially been exponential." https://bit.ly/47Ed8DU
10 years ago, the Aliso Canyon gas leak forced 11,000 families from their homes, made thousands of people sick and released 100,000 tonnes of planet-warming methane. 1/2
This month marks 10 years since the largest natural gas leak in U.S. history.
The Aliso Canyon leak pumped out ~100,000 tons of methane, and brought attention to a broader methane problem across the oil & gas supply chain.
So what's changed since? ➡️ www.edf.org/Z6HN
The Aliso Canyon leak pumped out ~100,000 tons of methane, and brought attention to a broader methane problem across the oil & gas supply chain.
So what's changed since? ➡️ www.edf.org/Z6HN
October 23, 2025 at 8:56 PM
10 years ago, the Aliso Canyon gas leak forced 11,000 families from their homes, made thousands of people sick and released 100,000 tonnes of planet-warming methane. 1/2
Solar steps up as smaller cities & indigenous communities adapt to impacts of Colorado River power losses. Gila River utility solar supply jumped to 30% in 3 years with plans for more. Boulder City added 5 megawatts & looking at other renewable options. https://bit.ly/4hmiszj
Solar Growth Cushions Colorado River Hydropower Declines - Inside Climate News
Southwest utilities are diversifying their electricity assets.
t.co
October 22, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Solar steps up as smaller cities & indigenous communities adapt to impacts of Colorado River power losses. Gila River utility solar supply jumped to 30% in 3 years with plans for more. Boulder City added 5 megawatts & looking at other renewable options. https://bit.ly/4hmiszj
By postponing adoption of the Net Zero Framework, IMOHQ slowed progress toward a fair & effective shipping transition. Countries must use this time to strengthen ambition—not stall it—and deliver regulations that move the sector beyond fossil fuels. https://bit.ly/4o4lpad
IMO Postpones Adoption of Net Zero Framework, Delaying Global Action to Decarbonize Shipping
IMO Postpones Adoption of Net Zero Framework, Delaying Global Action to Decarbonize Shipping
t.co
October 21, 2025 at 7:05 PM
By postponing adoption of the Net Zero Framework, IMOHQ slowed progress toward a fair & effective shipping transition. Countries must use this time to strengthen ambition—not stall it—and deliver regulations that move the sector beyond fossil fuels. https://bit.ly/4o4lpad
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Global heat extremes are testing our limits.
A new Climate Central & @wwattribution.bsky.social study shows how even small temperature increases have made deadly heatwaves more intense and frequent.
The Paris Agreement has helped hold back the worst—but there’s still work to do. 🧵
A new Climate Central & @wwattribution.bsky.social study shows how even small temperature increases have made deadly heatwaves more intense and frequent.
The Paris Agreement has helped hold back the worst—but there’s still work to do. 🧵
October 17, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Global heat extremes are testing our limits.
A new Climate Central & @wwattribution.bsky.social study shows how even small temperature increases have made deadly heatwaves more intense and frequent.
The Paris Agreement has helped hold back the worst—but there’s still work to do. 🧵
A new Climate Central & @wwattribution.bsky.social study shows how even small temperature increases have made deadly heatwaves more intense and frequent.
The Paris Agreement has helped hold back the worst—but there’s still work to do. 🧵
🦬 🦬 🦬 A herd of bison was seen running across a bridge at Yellowstone National Park on Sunday, October 12.
Video was captured at Lamar River Bridge by Cindy Shaffer, a Montana native.
“It’s a beautiful day here at Yellowstone. We got a little snow and the critters are on the move."
Video was captured at Lamar River Bridge by Cindy Shaffer, a Montana native.
“It’s a beautiful day here at Yellowstone. We got a little snow and the critters are on the move."
October 17, 2025 at 8:50 PM
🦬 🦬 🦬 A herd of bison was seen running across a bridge at Yellowstone National Park on Sunday, October 12.
Video was captured at Lamar River Bridge by Cindy Shaffer, a Montana native.
“It’s a beautiful day here at Yellowstone. We got a little snow and the critters are on the move."
Video was captured at Lamar River Bridge by Cindy Shaffer, a Montana native.
“It’s a beautiful day here at Yellowstone. We got a little snow and the critters are on the move."
Absolutely amazing example of how to author an EV success story. Norway's focused strategy led to 88.9% of new car consumers choosing EVs in 2024. So far in 2025: 95-97%. “We can say that the goal has been achieved.” https://bit.ly/4hfCqeL
Norway says 'mission accomplished' on going 100% EV, proposes incentive changes
For years, Norway has been the poster child for electric vehicle adoption, a perfect example of how a combination of...
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October 16, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Absolutely amazing example of how to author an EV success story. Norway's focused strategy led to 88.9% of new car consumers choosing EVs in 2024. So far in 2025: 95-97%. “We can say that the goal has been achieved.” https://bit.ly/4hfCqeL
As power demand surges, abundant and affordable clean energy can fill the supply gaps. So why is a major solar project being canceled under the Trump admin?
Arbitrary decisions like this do nothing to lower electricity costs—they make the problem worse. https://bit.ly/3KRPgns
Arbitrary decisions like this do nothing to lower electricity costs—they make the problem worse. https://bit.ly/3KRPgns
October 15, 2025 at 5:51 PM
As power demand surges, abundant and affordable clean energy can fill the supply gaps. So why is a major solar project being canceled under the Trump admin?
Arbitrary decisions like this do nothing to lower electricity costs—they make the problem worse. https://bit.ly/3KRPgns
Arbitrary decisions like this do nothing to lower electricity costs—they make the problem worse. https://bit.ly/3KRPgns