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First LookFossil fuel executives pledge emissions cuts: turning point or publicity stunt?In an unprecedented move, executives from ten fossil fuel companies on Friday announced a joint pledge to lower emissions. The details, however, remain murky.
Can China鈥檚 strategic petroleum reserve rescue oil markets?In a bid to fill its SPR, China is increasing its crude imports. But can it help bolster struggling oil markets?聽
What's behind the disappearance of Antarctic snow?A new study shows that strong winds are shifting vast amounts of聽Antarctica鈥檚 snow into the sea or the atmosphere.
Making cheaper solar panels by making less wasteResearchers in Germany have developed a new technology that reduces solar costs substantially.聽
How climate change is forcing us to rethink national parksA study of yellow cedars in Alaska's Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve suggests that climate change calls for new models of conservation and preservation.
Can Romania end its dependence on Russian gas?Romania was hoping to kick start a shale revolution after watching the shale gas success in the United States.聽But the country鈥檚 production is heading in the wrong direction.
Could office buildings that store power help fight climate change?A real estate giant in Orange County, Calif., is answering the state's call to increase reliance on renewable energy sources by installing battery systems that will power 10,000 homes.
How Brazil curbed Amazon deforestation by 90 percent in 10 yearsBrazil has been successfully working since 2004 to slow deforestation of the Amazon, mostly by enforcing laws, but also by designating parts of the rainforest as national park land.聽
First LookWith no sanctions, can pledges save the Earth from climate change?With the Paris climate talks looming, 149 countries have stepped up and pledged to cut carbon emissions. But there are no systems in place to enforce these commitments.聽
Has renewable energy hit hard times?SunEdison,聽which had been on course to become the world's biggest renewable energy developer, is now fighting聽to reverse its stock price's nosedive and regain investor trust.
Should Sea World be allowed to breed orcas?California has approved construction of larger tanks for orcas at SeaWorld's San Diego exhibit, but with the stipulation that the company cease breeding operations in the state.
First LookAppeals court puts the brakes on EPA's clean water ruleThe US Court of Appeals for the 6th聽Circuit granted a temporary stay against the Water of the United States rule on Friday.
Why England has begun charging for plastic shopping bagsShoppers in England will be charged for every plastic bag they use in a bid to halt the damage being caused to the planet.
First LookWhy New Jersey judge shut advocates out of Exxon settlement negotiationsSuperior Court Judge Michael Hogan on Friday dismissed a lawsuit challenging the settlement between the oil giant and the state of New Jersey.
Does Sea World deal forecast the end of orca attractions?The limits, introduced by the California Coastal Commission, may be a victory for animal-rights activists. But its critics aren't so sure.
Why is Singapore covered in smoke, and what can be done about it?Illegal burning of Indonesian rainforest to make room for palm and paper plantations has left neighboring countries choking on smoke. Many hope the latest crisis will lead to stricter policies.
First LookHundreds of bizarre, new species discovered hiding in the HimalayasA new report released by the World Wide Fund For Nature聽confirms the region is one of the most biodiverse in the world.
First LookCalifornia enacts monumental climate change goalsGov. Jerry Brown has set an ambitious goal of producing half of the state's electricity from renewable sources by 2030.
Drone footage shows Indonesia鈥檚 cataclysmic forest firesIndonesia's worst forest fires in nearly 20 years are reported to have been intentionally and illegally started using 'slash and burn' deforestation techniques to feed the paper and palm oil industry.聽
First LookWhy wildlife officials aren't listing American eels as endangeredThe US Fish and Wildlife Service said on Wednesday that despite ongoing harvesting, the dangers faced by eels do not meet the criteria to be listed.
