Ames Alexander
@amesalex.bsky.social
Investigative reporter @floodlightnews, which examines the forces stalling climate action. Tips, story ideas? 704-999-7092; [email protected]
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The Trump administration has exempted 52 petrochemical facilities—many along the Gulf Coast—from new clean air rules, saying the move is in the “national security interests” of the U.S.
Trump moves to boost greenhouse, toxic emissions in Gulf states
Expansions at five petrochemical plants in Texas and Louisiana could add the equivalent of more than 1 million cars’ worth of pollution, advocates say
floodlightnews.org
October 30, 2025 at 8:28 PM
The Trump administration has exempted 52 petrochemical facilities—many along the Gulf Coast—from new clean air rules, saying the move is in the “national security interests” of the U.S.
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Reducing food waste is one of the most practical ways to slow climate change. Why are we ignoring it? @gaeacabico.bsky.social explains, with visual reporting by @floodlightnews.org:
The Climate Solution Sitting in America’s Trash
Cutting food waste is a huge potential climate win. Why are we ignoring it?
buff.ly
October 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Reducing food waste is one of the most practical ways to slow climate change. Why are we ignoring it? @gaeacabico.bsky.social explains, with visual reporting by @floodlightnews.org:
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"For decades, the Pentagon viewed the climate crisis as a national security threat – not for environmental reasons, but because it undermined operations and readiness.
Now the Trump administration is dismantling that approach."
Now the Trump administration is dismantling that approach."
Pentagon retreats from climate fight even as heat and storms slam US troops
For decades, the military treated the climate crisis as a threat. Now it’s backing away from plans to protect people and bases from extreme weather
www.theguardian.com
October 29, 2025 at 10:31 PM
"For decades, the Pentagon viewed the climate crisis as a national security threat – not for environmental reasons, but because it undermined operations and readiness.
Now the Trump administration is dismantling that approach."
Now the Trump administration is dismantling that approach."
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Despite the dangers, the airlines and regulators have not tackled the problem adequately, victims say.
‘What’s happening to me?’ How toxic fumes are sickening pilots and passengers
Despite the dangers, the airlines and regulators have not tackled the problem adequately, victims say.
bit.ly
October 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Despite the dangers, the airlines and regulators have not tackled the problem adequately, victims say.
Just published this deep dive in The Charlotte Observer about a hidden threat for air travelers: toxic fumes that creep into airline cabins. It's a problem that sometimes leaves crews struggling to stay conscious, land planes safely, or simply breathe. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...
‘What’s happening to me?’ How toxic fumes are sickening pilots and passengers
Despite the dangers, the airlines and regulators have not tackled the problem adequately, victims say.
www.charlotteobserver.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Just published this deep dive in The Charlotte Observer about a hidden threat for air travelers: toxic fumes that creep into airline cabins. It's a problem that sometimes leaves crews struggling to stay conscious, land planes safely, or simply breathe. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...
Reposted by Ames Alexander
Trump move to boost greenhouse, toxic emissions in Gulf states
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Trump move to boost greenhouse, toxic emissions in Gulf states
Expansions at five petrochemical plants in Texas and Louisiana could add the equivalent of more than 1 million cars’ worth of pollution, advocates say
floodlightnews.org
October 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Trump move to boost greenhouse, toxic emissions in Gulf states
🗞️ floodlightnews.org/trump-petroc...
🗞️ floodlightnews.org/trump-petroc...
The Pentagon is retreating from its longstanding commitment to plan for climate change — even as extreme heat, flooding, and smoke are hammering U.S. troops at home and abroad. My latest for @floodlightnews: floodlightnews.org/pentagon-rol...
Pentagon retreats from climate fight even as heat and storms slam troops
For decades, the military treated climate change as a threat. Now it’s backing away from plans to protect people and bases from extreme weather.
floodlightnews.org
October 20, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The Pentagon is retreating from its longstanding commitment to plan for climate change — even as extreme heat, flooding, and smoke are hammering U.S. troops at home and abroad. My latest for @floodlightnews: floodlightnews.org/pentagon-rol...
Reposted by Ames Alexander
For decades, the U.S. military properly treated climate change as a threat. Now, under President Convicted Felon, it’s backing away from plans to protect people and bases from extreme weather, even as heat & storms slam the troops. floodlightnews.org/pentagon-rol... h/t @sejorg.bsky.social
Pentagon retreats from climate fight even as heat and storms slam troops
For decades, the military treated climate change as a threat. Now it’s backing away from plans to protect people and bases from extreme weather.
floodlightnews.org
October 15, 2025 at 2:28 PM
For decades, the U.S. military properly treated climate change as a threat. Now, under President Convicted Felon, it’s backing away from plans to protect people and bases from extreme weather, even as heat & storms slam the troops. floodlightnews.org/pentagon-rol... h/t @sejorg.bsky.social
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October 18, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Hey everyone. I'm (finally) here on Blue Sky. I look forward to connecting with you. Feel free to follow me here and say hi.