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    Trump plan to weaken Endangered Species Act borrows from Scalia dissent●Trump's sneaky plan to gut Endangered Species Act draws from 1995 Scalia dissentYhnEnvironmentWildlife959 min ago

    The Trump administration is pursuing changes that would significantly weaken the Endangered Species Act, and the legal strategy draws heavily on a 1995 dissent written by the late Justice Antonin Scalia. That opinion argued for narrowing the law's application to critical habitats. Conservation groups are expected to challenge the approach in court as an attempt to roll back protections through regulatory reinterpretation rather than legislation.

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    Trump approves new fuel economy standards, undoing Biden-era rules▼Trump says he approved new fuel economy standards, rolling back Biden-era rules✉newsLifeAutos4 h ago

    President Donald Trump says he has approved new vehicle fuel economy standards, rolling back stricter requirements put in place under the Biden administration. The move would loosen emissions and efficiency mandates for automakers, reversing a key part of the previous administration's climate policy. Industry groups and environmental advocates are expected to clash over the change as details emerge.

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    Trump Administration Targets Wildlife Corridor for Critical Minerals▼The Trump Administration’s Critical Minerals Agenda Comes for America’s ‘Forgotten Wildlife Corridor’✉newsEnvironmentWildlife59 min ago

    The Trump administration is pushing its critical minerals agenda into a region known as America's 'forgotten wildlife corridor', raising concerns that mining expansion will threaten habitat connectivity for wildlife. Coverage from Inside Climate News highlights the conflict between mineral extraction priorities and conservation of a landscape long valued by environmental groups.

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    Iran-linked diesel spike makes electric trucks cheaper in EU●Iran-linked diesel price spike makes electric trucks cheaper than diesel in key EU markets, environmental group says✉newsWorldEU Politics21 min ago

    An environmental group says a diesel price spike linked to Iran has pushed diesel costs so high that electric trucks are now cheaper to run than diesel trucks in several key EU markets. The claim highlights how geopolitical tension affecting oil supply is accelerating the economic case for electric freight, with transport operators facing sharply higher fuel bills and cleaner alternatives becoming competitive.

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    Trump rolls back Biden-era car fuel economy standards▼Trump slashes Biden-era fuel economy standards for cars✉newsBusinessEconomy4 h ago

    President Trump has moved to slash fuel economy standards for cars that were put in place under the Biden administration. The rollback would ease emissions and efficiency requirements for automakers, reversing a signature climate policy of the previous administration. The move is expected to draw objections from environmental groups and praise from car manufacturers seeking lower compliance costs.

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    Environmental groups petition FCC to halt space sunlight project●"Four environmental organizations filed a petition Thursday asking the Federal Communications Commission to reverse apprMmastodonScienceSpace Policy471 h ago

    Four environmental organizations filed a petition Thursday asking the Federal Communications Commission to reverse its approval of a startup's plan to beam on-demand sunlight from space to Earth. The groups argue the agency failed to consider the project's potential impacts on wildlife and astronomy, opening a new front in debates over commercial use of orbit and the environmental review of space-based ventures.

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    Trump approves new fuel standards ending Biden EV mandate▼Trump says he approved new fuel economy standards ending Biden-era electric vehicle mandate✉newsLifeAutos4 h ago

    President Trump announced he has approved new fuel economy standards that roll back Biden-era rules pushing electric vehicle adoption. The move reverses emissions and efficiency requirements that had pressed automakers toward EV production. It is likely to reignite debate over US auto industry policy, with manufacturers and environmental groups closely watching the regulatory shift.

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    Trump Moves to Weaken Fuel Economy Standards▼Trump to Cut Standard on Fuel Economy✉newsBusinessEconomy12 h ago

    The Trump administration is moving to lower federal fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks, rolling back efficiency requirements that had been set to tighten over the coming years. Automakers and environmental groups are expected to clash over the change: manufacturers may welcome reduced compliance costs, while critics warn it will raise gasoline consumption and emissions. The move marks a significant shift in US vehicle policy.

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    The US administration is moving to loosen federal fuel-economy standards, a shift that would allow automakers to sell less efficient vehicles. Supporters argue the current rules raise car prices and burden manufacturers, while environmental groups warn the rollback would increase gasoline consumption and emissions, undoing years of climate policy.

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    Trump administration allows killing of endangered species▼Trump administration says developers, loggers can kill endangered species✉newsEnvironmentWildlife9 h ago

    The Trump administration has issued a new policy stating that developers and loggers may kill endangered species, a move reported by multiple outlets including the Union Leader. The change weakens protections under the Endangered Species Act and is expected to draw legal challenges from conservation groups who say it prioritises industry over wildlife protection.

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    Mega-dairies pushing UK nature to breaking point●Rise of 'mega-dairies' pushing nature to breaking point✉newsEnvironmentWildlife59 min ago

    The Wildlife Trusts warns that the rise of industrial-scale 'mega-dairies' in Britain is driving wildlife and habitats towards a breaking point. The conservation group says intensive dairy farming practices, including the loss of grazing pastures and increased pollution, are putting pressure on nature. It is calling for changes to farming policy to protect the countryside.

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    Trump declares end to 'EV mandate' with new fuel standards▼Trump declares end to ‘EV mandate’ with new fuel economy standards✉newsBusinessEconomy10 h ago

    President Trump announced new fuel economy standards that he says end the 'EV mandate,' rolling back requirements that pushed automakers toward electric vehicles. The move reverses stricter rules adopted under the Biden administration and gives manufacturers more flexibility to sell gasoline-powered cars. The announcement is drawing attention from the auto industry, environmental groups, and drivers watching how it will affect vehicle prices and EV adoption in the US.

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    Datacenter developers accused of skirting US pollution rules●Datacenter developers accused of skirting key US pollution rules By Tom Perkins Firms manipulating process to avoid emisMmastodonWorld29 h ago

    Environmental groups accuse US datacenter developers of manipulating regulatory processes to avoid emission controls and scrutiny of their projects, according to reporting by Tom Perkins in the Guardian. The allegations add to growing concern over the environmental impact of rapidly expanding datacenter construction across the United States, as critics say firms are exploiting loopholes in key pollution rules to fast-track build-outs without adequate oversight.

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    Trump to loosen Biden-era vehicle fuel economy rules▼Trump plans to loosen Biden-era fuel economy requirements for vehicles in the United States✉newsBusinessEconomy15 h ago

    President Trump is planning to roll back fuel economy requirements for vehicles in the United States that were introduced under the Biden administration. The move would ease emissions and efficiency standards imposed on automakers, and it is drawing attention from the auto industry, environmental groups and policymakers amid ongoing debates over US climate policy.

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    Newsom vetoes bill on pollution reviews near schools▼Newsom kills bill requiring polluting factories near schools to undergo environmental review✉newsEnvironment1 h ago

    California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have required factories near schools to undergo environmental review, a measure aimed at assessing pollution risks to children. Environmental and health advocates are expected to criticize the decision, while industry groups welcomed it. The veto highlights ongoing tensions over industrial siting and children's health in California.

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    War oil spills in Strait of Hormuz threaten reefs●Oil spills from war are spreading towards coral reefs and mangroves in the Strait of Hormuz. Fossil fuel dependence putsMmastodonEnvironmentEnergy4721 h ago

    Oil spills linked to the war are spreading through the Strait of Hormuz toward coral reefs and mangrove ecosystems, raising alarm among environmental groups. Greenpeace warns that fossil fuel dependence is placing people, nature and economies at risk, and is calling for a shift to clean, decentralised energy to prevent future damage.

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    Trump administration to ease Biden-era fuel economy rules▼Trump administration set to ease Biden-era fuel economy rules✉newsBusinessEconomy16 h ago

    The Trump administration is preparing to roll back fuel economy standards introduced under President Biden, easing requirements on automakers. The move would relax emissions and mileage rules that had pushed manufacturers toward electric vehicles. Industry groups have long argued the standards were too costly, while environmental advocates are expected to oppose the reversal.

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    US Eases Environmental Reviews for Natural Gas Projects●MAKING PROJECTS EASIER: US Eases Environmental Reviews for Natural Gas Projects✉newsEnvironment13 h ago

    The US government is moving to simplify environmental reviews for natural gas projects, a step officials describe as making project development easier. The change could speed up permitting for pipelines, terminals and other gas infrastructure, cutting the time and paperwork developers face. Environmental groups are likely to object that weaker reviews raise risks to air, water and affected communities.

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    Trump to roll back Biden fuel-economy rules Monday●Trump to unveil rollback of Biden fuel-economy mandates Monday✉newsBusinessEconomy17 h ago

    President Trump is set to announce a rollback of the Biden administration's fuel-economy mandates on Monday. The move would loosen emissions and mileage requirements placed on automakers, reversing one of the previous administration's key climate policies. The announcement is expected to draw reactions from the auto industry, environmental groups and regulators over its impact on emissions and vehicle costs.

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    Donald Trump is planning to reverse fuel economy standards introduced under the Biden administration. The rollback would undo stricter efficiency requirements for cars and light trucks, easing pressure on automakers while likely drawing criticism from environmental groups. It fits a broader agenda of dismantling his predecessor's climate and energy regulations, and it is expected to face legal and political pushback.

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    President Trump has moved to roll back fuel economy standards put in place under the Biden administration, loosening requirements that pushed automakers toward more efficient vehicles. The decision is drawing attention from the auto industry, environmental groups, and consumers, with supporters framing it as relief from costly mandates and critics warning it will increase emissions and fuel use.

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    Environment group challenges Amazon, Duke Energy data center permits▼Environment group challenges Amazon, Duke Energy air permits for mega data center✉newsEnvironment14 h ago

    An environmental group is challenging air quality permits tied to a large Amazon data center project in North Carolina, with Duke Energy supplying power to the facility. The challenge targets regulators' approval of emissions permits for the mega site, raising concerns about pollution and energy demand from rapidly expanding data center infrastructure. The dispute puts a spotlight on how states weigh tech industry growth against environmental standards.

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    Trump Approves Fuel Economy Standards, Ends Electric Vehicle Mandates▼Trump Approves Fuel Economy Standards to Abolish Electric Vehicle Mandates✉newsLifeAutos20 h ago

    President Donald Trump has approved new fuel economy standards that eliminate existing electric vehicle mandates in the United States. The move rolls back requirements pushing automakers toward EV production, a long-standing pledge of his campaign. The decision is drawing attention from the auto industry and environmental groups, with automakers likely reassessing production plans and regulators preparing responses.

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    Extinction Rebellion Issues Second Environmental Warning▼Xtinction Rebellion Issues Environmental Warning, Second Notice✉newsEnvironment10 h ago

    Climate activist group Extinction Rebellion has issued what it calls a second environmental warning, restating its alarm about the failure of governments to address ecological breakdown. The group frames the notice as a renewed call to action on climate change and biodiversity loss. No further details about the warning's contents were provided.

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    Citizen and Environmental Groups Plan No Data Center Rally in Harrisburg▼27+ Citizen, Environmental Groups To Hold No Data Center Rally Oct. 6 Main Capitol Rotunda In Harrisburg✉newsEnvironment1 h ago

    More than 27 citizen and environmental groups are organizing a rally against data centers on October 6 in the Main Capitol Rotunda in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The coalition is expected to voice opposition to data center development in the state, citing environmental concerns. The announcement, made by PA Environment Digest, highlights growing organized resistance to the industry's expansion in Pennsylvania, though specific demands of the rally have not yet been detailed.

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    A group of Kurdish youth released 400 birds on Mount Maqloub, southeast of Mosul, in a wildlife conservation initiative. The action, reported by Kurdistan24, is being highlighted as an example of young people taking environmental protection into their own hands in a region where natural habitats have suffered from years of conflict. It has drawn attention as a positive environmental story from the area.