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The 10 House districts most likely to flip two weeks from Election Day The national environment has worsened so much for President Donald Trump that Democrats are now competing in once-red House districts, while Republicans are trying to stem their losses.
I Am Watching My Planet, My Home, Die Our world cannot survive four more years of the Trump administration’s environmental policy.
This company thinks its plastic alternative can help solve climate change For companies around the world and across industries, sustainability has rapidly gone from a nice-to-have to a business imperative. Global brands including Amazon, McDonald's, Ikea and General Motors have announced ambitious plans to eliminate single-use plastics, reduce carbon emissions and otherwise shrink their environmental footprint in various ways.
GOP senators try to further distance themselves from Trump, but it may be too late to save their majority One GOP strategist called the political environment "very difficult" for Republicans due to Trump's tweets and his widely panned debate performance. 
House and Senate ratings show Democrats competitive in GOP areas With a little more than two weeks to go before Election Day, the national environment continues to look bright for Democrats, who are trying to flip the Senate and grow their House majority -- not to mention kick President Donald Trump out of the White House.- Why the US election could decide battle against climate change Who next occupies the White House could be decisive in the battle to limit global warming.
- Major Retailers in Britain Say No to Glitter for ChristmasMorrisons, John Lewis and Waitrose said they would not be using glitter in their holiday products this year. Does that really help the environment?
How Green Is That Electric Car? And When It Hits 100 M.P.H.?The Tesla Model S and the Porsche Taycan give environmentally conscious speedsters an outlet for their desires.
Israeli group takes advantage of lockdown to clean up river. See what they didIsrael is in the midst of its second general lockdown, but one group has treated this as a rare opportunity to clean the pollution out of one of Israel's rivers, diving into the murky water to pull out bottles, chairs, tables, tires and more. CNN's Oren Liebermann reports.
Under Trump, Criminal Prosecutions for Pollution Dropped SharplyA new report finds an “alarming” drop in prosecutions over violations of the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, fundamental environmental laws.
Environmentalists and Dam Operators, at War for Years, Start Making PeaceFacing a climate crisis, environmental groups and industry agree to work together to bolster hydropower while reducing harm from dams.
Indonesia is putting business before the environment and that could be disastrous for its rainforestsLast week, Indonesia's parliament passed a controversial and sweeping jobs law that environmentalists say will have a disastrous impact on the country's forests and rich biodiversity.
When the U.S. and China Fight, It Is the Environment That SuffersThe Trump administration’s moves to decouple the two economies means less leverage over Beijing’s green policies.
Are Amazon Jobs Worth 1,400 Loads of Traffic? French Region Is SplitThe picturesque Gard desperately needs more employment. But environmentalists are pushing back at what they see as a looming blight.
Prince William Announces New Prize Aimed at ‘Repairing’ the PlanetThe goal is to award 50 projects more than $1 million each over the next 10 years for coming up with innovative solutions to address climate change and other environmental issues.
The UK's Prince William launches Nobel-like prize for the environmentBritain's Prince William is dedicating $65 million to create a new environmental award, in an effort to inspire solutions to some of the Earth's most pressing challenges.
Banks want to pull the levers of global finance for goodThe titans of Wall Street have long avoided taking a leadership role on environmental and social issues. Now, as public attitudes shift, they're changing their position.- When Invasive Species Become the MealIs dining on nature’s predators an act of environmentalism — or just a new way for humans to bend the world to our will?
With fall season here, raking leaves from your yard may not be the best decisionEnvironmental experts say raking leaves and removing them from your property is bad not only for your lawn but for the planet as a whole. - The Amazon Was Sick. Now It’s Sicker.Peru’s government did far too little to protect its Indigenous people from the coronavirus, just as it has failed to protect them from the health threats of environmental contamination.
Indonesia's Covid Stimulus Plan Is Criticized by Environmentalists and UnionsCritics say the sweeping measure near passage in Parliament would lead to greater deforestation and the loss of worker protections.- A Countercultural Dreamland From Tokyo Flickers at MoMAIn 1969, Shuzo Azuchi Gulliver created a moving-image environment with 18 projectors. Now his and other expanded cinema works from Japanese pioneers are in New York.
Denver Wants to Fix a Legacy of Environmental RacismHistorically, trees and city parks in America go to wealthy, white neighborhoods. Now, a program in Colorado’s capital is trying to correct that injustice.
At the End of the New Pier 26, a SurpriseThis environmentally themed project features an unusual design, including soaring walkways that lead to an unexpected destination.- Tips on Fall Garden CleanupWe now know that an overly aggressive approach to cleaning up in autumn can damage the environment. So what’s a responsible gardener to do?
Abandoned Rio Tinto Mine Is Blamed for Poisoned Bougainville RiversResidents of the Papua New Guinea region have accused the mining giant of environmental and human rights violations and asked for an investigation.
Brazil revokes mangrove protections, weakening another ecosystem key to curbing climate changeBrazil has revoked key regulations protecting its tropical mangroves, a move fiercely criticized by environmental and climate groups.
How Coal-Loving Australia Became the Leader in Rooftop SolarEmbracing solar panels to save money, homeowners have made the country a powerhouse in renewable energy.- Design for the Future When the Future Is BleakAmid pandemics and environmental disasters, designers and architects have been forced to imagine a world in which the only way to move forward is to look back.
Gavin Newsom: ‘We Decided to Pull the Band-Aid Off’Twenty months into his term, California’s governor faces a pandemic and an environmental crisis. He speaks to Kara Swisher about his plan to save the “state of resistance.”
E.P.A. to Promote Lead Testing Rule as Trump Tries to Burnish His RecordThe E.P.A. will tout a new rule on testing lead in drinking water as President Trump's latest environmental achievement, but water experts see only modest improvements at best.
Oregon environmentalist George Atiyeh confirmed dead in Beachie Creek Fire, family saysThe remains of missing environmentalist George Atiyeh were found after the Beachie Creek Fire consumed his property and the area around his home, his daughter confirmed on Facebook Friday.
Hear the secret tapes that expose a mining company's true plansWatch the secret recordings taken by environmentalist watchdogs posing as potential investors that could unravel a controversial mining project in Alaska. CNN's Bill Weir reports.
Supreme Court Could Give Trump Second Chance at Environmental RollbacksCourt losses are piling up for President Trump's environmental deregulation agenda. But a second term in the White House could help them stick.- Global warming driving California wildfire trends - studyClimate change is behind the scale and impact of recent wildfires in the western US, scientists say.
Chief Executive of Embattled Alaskan Mine Project ResignsThe executive made “offensive” remarks about the state’s political leaders, the company said, in meetings recorded by an environmental group.
'We need you': Alec Baldwin urges Ellen to 'keep moving forward' after toxic workplace scandalAlec Baldwin urged Ellen DeGeneres to "keep moving forward" following allegations The Ellen DeGeneres Show" fostered a toxic workplace environment. 
U.N. General Assembly: Live UpdatesDeepening tensions are on display, with President Trump blaming ‘the China virus’ for global catastrophe, and Xi Jinping claiming the mantle of environmental champion.
Trump calls on UN to hold China accountable for 'unleashing' the coronavirus pandemicThe president used his United Nations speech to attack China for spreading the coronavirus and claimed the U.S. was leading on environmental causes. 
As Concerns Over Climate Change Rise, More Developers Turn to WoodWith environmental benefits and lower labor costs, mass timber has grown into a market that could rival steel and concrete in the construction industry.- Nasa outlines plan for first woman on Moon by 2024The US space agency (Nasa) formally outlines its $28bn plan to return astronauts to the Moon by 2024.
Ellen DeGeneres addresses toxic workplace allegations in season premiereEllen DeGeneres returned to the studio for the season premiere of talk show and addressed allegations of a toxic production environment at the daytime series in her opening monologue.
U.S. and European Oil Giants Go Different Ways on Climate ChangeWhile BP and other European companies invest billions in renewable energy, Exxon and Chevron are committed to fossil fuels and betting on moonshots.
Flight to nowhere? Qantas, EVA and ANA offer sightseeing trips to pandemic-weary passengersThese flights to nowhere are high priced and arrive back at the same airport — and they have aroused concern from environmentalists. - Oregon environmentalist remains missing after wildfire destroys his homeAn Oregon environmentalist who fought to protect the pristine Opal Creek Wilderness has been missing since a devastating wildfire swept through his home in the Oregon woods last week.
- What is Trump's record on environment?The president has dismissed the science on climate change. But what is his record on the environment?
Green Golf Homes in Five Global DestinationsGolf homes, like the courses themselves, are getting more environmentally conscious as climate change threats grow in golf-friendly territory.
McDonald's is testing reusable coffee mugs in the UKMcDonald's will test out reusable cups in the United Kingdom next year in an effort to address the environmental toll of disposable cups and appeal to customers who are increasingly concerned with wasteful single-use packaging.- Election Updates: Despite Record, Trump Calls Himself ‘Environmentalist’President Trump, who has rolled back many major climate regulations, claimed credit for a drilling moratorium that his administration had proposed lifting.
Trump, Calling Himself ‘the No. 1 Environmental President,’ Green Washes His RecordPresident Trump traveled to Florida to declare himself “a great environmentalist,” extending a moratorium on offshore oil drilling that his administration had moved to end.
After dismantling protections, Trump will tout 'environmental accomplishments'President Donald Trump travels to battleground Florida Tuesday for an event touting his environmental accomplishments, even as his administration has worked extensively to dismantle key environmental protections.
What the Oil Spill in Venezuela Tells Us About Its PoliticsThe largest oil reserves and one of the world’s most incompetent governments have brought authoritarianism, economic collapse and environmental disaster to the country.
I Live in California. How Do I Know It’s Safe to Go Outside?A high-tech sensor network brought me closer to the natural cycles of my environment.
Its Electric Grid Under Strain, California Turns to BatteriesWhen demand exceeded supply in a recent heat wave, electricity stored at businesses and even homes was called into service. With proper management, batteries could have made up for an offline gas plant.- House districts most likely to flip in 2020Democrats' historic 2018 midterm gains should put them on the defensive this year, but with the national environment trending their way, they've got plenty of offensive opportunities that could help them hold or even expand their House majority in 2020.
At a glance: A $2.4 trillion industry's impact on our planetFast facts on fashion's environmental and social footprint, from your closet to the global industry.
Worried about the climate crisis and your lifestyle? Get to know these termsTo better understand the fashion industry's toll on the planet, as well as new proposals to reduce its environmental footprint, it's important to get to know the jargon used everywhere from scientific studies and news reports to marketing campaigns.
How to shop for clothes responsiblyOn the whole, the fashion industry as we know it is an environmental nightmare. In 2018, it was responsible for the emissions of 2.31 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions, as well as extensive water pollution from textile dyeing and plastic microfibers. In the US, around 85% of textile waste ends up in landfills or incinerated, per data from the Environmental Protection Agency. This is to say nothing of the lasting social implications of the system, which sees developing nations saddled with the harmful effects of waste and cheap labor.
France Prohibits a Bird Hunting Technique, 41 Years After an E.U. BanThe country has suspended the use of glue traps, which conservationists say are cruel to animals and harm the environment.
Fort Hood Sgt. Elder Fernandes 'humiliated' after reporting sexual abuse, says family's lawyerLeaders at the U.S. Army's Fort Hood created an environment that led to the death of Sgt. Elder Fernandes, his family's attorney says. 
Bacteria from Earth can survive in space and could endure the trip to Mars, according to new studyA type of bacteria that is highly resistant to radiation and other environmental hazards survived outside of the International Space Station for three years, according to a new study.
Alaska Pebble Mine opposed by Trump Jr. hit with unexpected setbackThe federal government Monday announced that a controversial copper and gold mine in Alaska would cause substantial environment damage, could not receive a permit with its current proposed plan, and ordered the company to offset those impacts in order for the project to move forward.
Plunging dividends are hitting investors even as stocks riseDividends plummeted between April and June as coronavirus pandemic forced companies to conserve cash — a sign of how a tough economic environment could hit investors' pocketbooks even as stock prices push higher.
How to Reverse Course on Trump’s Environmental DamageThe next president can undo some of the recent efforts to weaken environmental protections. But it’ll take work.
Work from home: No cubicles? No problem. How to bond with your team when you work together, apartMaintaining a healthy work environment while spending hours behind a computer screen working remotely is a challenge. Here's how some pros are doing it. - How to Protect Your Family’s Privacy During Remote LearningBuilding a safe digital environment is essential to making remote learning work, experts say.
Carol Burnett seeking custody of grandson, says daughter struggles with addictionCarol Burnett has filed for legal guardianship of her teen grandson, whom she alleges has long been living in an "unstable, unpredictable, and unhealthy" environment.
Poor Planning Left California Short of Electricity in a Heat WaveScores of power plants were down or operating below their capacity just as hot weather drove up demand.- Florida mosquitoes: 750 million genetically modified insects to be releasedThe aim is to reduce insect-borne diseases but environmental groups warn of unforeseen consequences.
Environmentalists should applaud BidenJoe Biden has a plan for addressing the crisis of climate change. One part of the plan pushes for moving America to carbon-free electricity by 2035. Another part speaks to creating new union jobs in clean energy.
750 million genetically engineered mosquitoes approved for release in Florida KeysA plan to release over 750 million genetically modified mosquitoes into the Florida Keys in 2021 and 2022 received final approval from local authorities, against the objection of many local residents and a coalition of environmental advocacy groups. The proposal had already won state and federal approval.
Here's what happened when students went to school during the 1918 pandemic• Live Updates: Understanding long-term effects is 'a work in progress,' Fauci says • US colleges are quickly learning it's nearly impossible to create a virus-free environment
Covid-19 infections among students have already caused some colleges to change their plansJust days before classes are slated to resume, colleges across the country are finding it may be next to impossible to create a coronavirus-free environment on campus.
Ellen DeGeneres apologizes to staffSome changes are coming to "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" amid allegations it fostered a toxic work environment.
California Expresses Frustration as Blackouts Enter 4th DayThe agency that manages the state’s electric grid says rolling blackouts are needed to balance supply and demand. But the governor said regulators were not prepared.- US approves oil leasing plan for Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge; environmentalists call it 'shameless'Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is home to polar bears, caribou and other wildlife. Environmentalists have vowed to fight the leasing plan.
Europe’s Big Oil Companies Are Turning ElectricUnder pressure from governments and investors, industry leaders like BP and Shell are accelerating their production of cleaner energy.
Bald Eagle Sends Government Drone Into Lake MichiganA Michigan state environmental agency, which is abbreviated E.G.L.E., lost a $950 drone in the aerial battle.
People Aren’t Reading or Watching Movies. They’re Gaming.During the pandemic, digital three-dimensional environments are where much of life is taking place.- Aritana Yawalapiti, Revered Indigenous Leader in Brazil, Dies at 71Known for his quiet dignity, he dedicated himself to protecting the environment and promoting the health of his people. He died of the coronavirus.
Video shows enormous oil leak in pristine lagoonMauritius is facing an environmental catastrophe after a stricken Japanese-owned ship began leaking oil into the ocean.
From Google to garbage disposal: the environmentalist cleaning up India's lakesWhen Arun Krishnamurthy was a teenager, he witnessed a pond near his home in the suburbs of Chennai, India, fill up with trash.
‘Fat Talks,’ an Investigation, and a Reckoning: How Collegiate Runners Forced ReformAthletes detailed “fat talks” and eating disorders they said a prominent coach at Wesleyan had fostered. When the same coach was assigned to lead changes in the environment he created, the students protested once again.- 2020 Election Live Updates: Biden and Harris to Appear Together as Trump and Allies Launch AttacksKamala Harris earned praise from Wall Street and Silicon Valley, and from environmental activists. Kanye West, who is pursuing a spot on the November ballot, met with Jared Kushner.
With the Biden-Harris Ticket, Environmental Justice Is a FocusClimate change leaders said the choice of Harris signaled that Democrats will try to ensure that communities burdened by pollution would benefit from a transition to clean energy.
Stephen 'tWitch' Boss comments on his experience at 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show'Stephen "tWitch" Boss, who has been the DJ on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" since 2014, has addressed allegations from some employees about a toxic work environment at the long-running talk show.
E.P.A. to Lift Obama-Era Controls on Methane, a Potent Greenhouse GasThe reversal is the latest move in the Trump administration’s ongoing effort to weaken environmental rules, but it could be quickly undone after the November election.
Delta Air Lines Bought an Oil Refinery. It Didn’t Go as Planned.Delta’s foray into oil refining illustrates some of the reasons the business was in trouble even before the pandemic.
What distance learning should look like in the fallWhen Kim Reeder started teaching in Parker, Colorado, 14 years ago, she found that managing the classroom environment took way more time and energy than actually teaching kids, and she couldn't reach as many of them as she wanted.
Saudi Aramco Says Profit Fell 73 Percent as Demand for Oil ShrankThe coronavirus pandemic took a major toll on the oil giant’s earnings, but Aramco will maintain its hefty dividend for shareholders.
I’m a Conservative Christian Environmentalist. No, That’s Not an Oxymoron.The G.O.P. may have had a politically expedient change of heart. Better late than never.
Live 2020 Election Updates: Biden vsA Republican lawmaker in a Virginia House race elicits sharp criticism for selling masks describing the virus as “Made in China.” Tennessee’s Senate race will pit a Trump-backed Republican against a Democratic environmental justice activist.
‘Motorcycle of Tomorrow’ Is Heavy on Flair and Light on the EnvironmentPineapple “leather,” flax seed instead of plastic: Tarform, based in Brooklyn, aims to set a standard with its retro-futuristic cafe racer.
Is Your Child an Orchid, a Tulip or a Dandelion?Highly sensitive children, like orchids, thrive in the right environment, experts say.- SpaceX: Musk's 'Mars ship' prototype aces 150m test flightA prototype of the engine for SpaceX's next-generation Starship vehicle has made a 150m test "hop".
COVID-19 has left millions of Americans without enough food. Here's how Senate can help.Today's environment is unlike anything our nation has ever experienced. We are on the brink of an economic and food security disaster. - SpaceX: Nasa crew describe rumbles and jolts of return to EarthBob Behnken and Doug Hurley describe returning to Earth from the ISS in SpaceX's vehicle.
BP Reports a Huge Loss and Vows to Increase Renewable InvestmentThe European oil giant has plans for a future with more electrical generation.
The tough choices facing educators as they try to go back to school safelyAs Covid-19 case counts continue to climb, schools starting up the new academic year are faced with the task of creating a safe environment for students and teachers -- even as students test positive and safety guidance shifts.- Nasa SpaceX crew return: Dragon capsule splashes downThe SpaceX capsule touches down off Florida, in the first crewed US water landing in 45 years.
- An underwater webcam in the port of Miami has become a lockdown sensation.An underwater webcam in the port of Miami has become a lockdown sensation thanks to its tailless star 'Oval'.
Ellen DeGeneres apologizes to staff after report of toxic culture at talk showEllen DeGeneres is apologizing to her staff in the wake of allegations that her talk show fosters a toxic environment.
‘Bubbles’ Are Working. But How Long Can Sports Stay Inside?The restricted, campuslike environments used by soccer and pro basketball have proved (mostly) impervious to the coronavirus. But not every league fits inside one.
Oil and Gas Groups See ‘Some Common Ground’ in Biden Energy PlanSome energy executives are pleased that the former vice president is not calling for a fracking ban and said they could work with him.
Pollution Is Killing Black Americans. This Community Fought Back.African-Americans are 75 percent more likely than others to live near facilities that produce hazardous waste. Can a grass-roots environmental-justice movement make a difference?
Marlins may have created 'super-spread environment,' and it shouldn't be a surpriseThe Marlins have shut down after 14 members of the team tested positive for COVD-19. One expert says the spread most likely "came out of Maimi." 
Did Hearst’s Culture Kill Hearst’s Biggest Magazine Story?The workplace environment at the company’s magazine division was troubled under Troy Young. And it may not have been good for ambitious investigative journalism, either.
Your Used Mask Needs to Make It to the Trash CanThey’re on beaches, in parking lots and on sidewalks. You probably won’t catch the coronavirus from a discarded mask, but the litter poses a risk to the environment.
Gold vs. Salmon: An Alaska Mine Project Just Got a BoostThe Trump Administration, rejecting concerns over the risks to Alaska’s fishery, cleared the way on Friday for the Pebble Mine.
Whistleblower works to expose oil spill in ArcticCNN investigates in the polluted Siberian town of Norilsk, where a whistleblower and an environmentalist are taking huge personal risks to expose a Russian metal giant's coverup of the May 29 rupturing of a fuel tank. 21,000 tons of diesel poured into nearby rivers, creating one of the worst environmental catastrophes in the Arctic's history.- China's Tianwen-1 Mars rover rockets away from EarthThe six-wheeled robot will arrive in orbit around the Red Planet in February.
- Sierra Club Says It Must Confront the Racism of John MuirMuir, a monumental figure in American environmentalism and a Sierra Club founder, traded in “deeply harmful racist stereotypes,” the organization said.
