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Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that Europe’s recent wildfires in Spain and Portugal were fueled by human-caused climate change. Citing Inside Climate News, he explained that new research found global warming made the extreme heat and dryness 40 times more likely and 30% more intense. McIntyre emphasized that scientists see reducing global…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that Commonwealth Fusion, a Massachusetts-based startup, has raised $683 million from major investors like NVIDIA, Google, and Breakthrough Energy Ventures. The company has now secured a total of $3 billion to push fusion energy closer to commercial use. McIntyre emphasized that while fusion has long been considered…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that Orsted, the Danish renewable energy giant, has sued the Trump administration after the government abruptly halted its nearly completed $6 billion offshore wind farm off Rhode Island.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that China’s electric vehicle market is showing signs of slowing down. BYD, the largest EV producer in China, cut its 2025 sales target by nearly a million units, signaling broader challenges despite the country being the world’s largest EV market.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported on research showing that chemicals in plastics — especially endocrine disruptors like phthalates — can cross the placenta during pregnancy, harming fetal development and potentially reducing fertility later in life.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that Australia will need $530 billion in capital investment to meet its 2035 climate goals. The Business Council of Australia, working with McKinsey, outlined the massive financial challenge as the Climate Change Authority prepares new emissions target recommendations.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that AccuWeather forecasters expect a surge of dangerous hurricanes in the second half of the season. Warm Gulf waters and favorable atmospheric conditions could fuel storms that strengthen quickly and threaten coastal regions.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported on a new study showing that while ozone layer recovery has been a success, it may also be intensifying global warming, potentially becoming the second-largest driver of warming after carbon dioxide by 2050.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) — a vital ocean current regulating Europe’s climate — is weakening due to fossil fuel-driven warming and Greenland ice melt, potentially triggering a dangerous deep freeze across Europe.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported on Donald Trump’s claim that the U.S. oil industry is cleaner than others worldwide. Citing ProPublica, McIntyre explained that new emissions data from Texas wells strongly contradicts Trump’s assertion. While a few wells may operate cleanly, McIntyre emphasized that they are rare exceptions in a largely polluting…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported on new research showing that ocean acidification could cause sharks to lose teeth faster than they can replace them. He explained that declining pH levels threaten sharks already struggling with prey loss and overfishing. McIntyre also noted a positive trend: a 20-year decline in shark fin soup…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported on BMW’s bold push into electric vehicles. According to the Financial Times, BMW’s new iX3 SUV—built on the company’s Neue Klasse platform—marks the start of a major shift toward software-driven EVs. CEO Oliver Zipse said the vehicle will set industry benchmarks, boasting longer range and faster charging…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that U.S. oil giants are cutting jobs despite strong profits. Citing The New York Times, he noted that ConocoPhillips plans to lay off up to 3,250 workers after its $17 billion acquisition of Marathon Oil. McIntyre explained that industry mergers, steady oil prices, and the slow pace…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported on how U.S. school districts are struggling with record-breaking heat as classes resume. Citing The Guardian, he noted that some schools are adjusting schedules, upgrading infrastructure, and even considering shifting summer vacations to protect students. McIntyre highlighted that extreme heat is no longer confined to summer and…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discussed carbon storage as a proposed climate solution. Citing The Washington Post, he explained that while burying CO₂ underground is gaining traction, new research shows there likely isn’t enough storage capacity to meaningfully offset emissions. McIntyre emphasized that humanity has already released so much CO₂ that temperature increases…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported on Climate Central’s findings that extreme heat poses serious risks to children. He noted that hotter summers linked to human-caused climate change are disrupting development, sleep, and concentration in young people. McIntyre highlighted data from 227 U.S. cities showing a sharp rise in extreme heat days since…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that the electric school bus market has collapsed, with sales down 95% from 2024. He cited Axios data showing that most U.S. school buses still run on diesel, posing health risks for children. McIntyre emphasized that without government support, electric buses can’t fulfill their potential role in…