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    The United States has revoked federal limits on climate pollution from power plants, removing restrictions on carbon emissions from the electricity sector. The move is drawing criticism from climate and human rights advocates, who warn it will increase emissions and undermine US climate commitments, while industry groups have long argued such rules were overly burdensome.

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    Trump approves rollback of Biden-era fuel economy standards●Trump says he approved new fuel economy standards rolling back Biden-era rules✉newsBusinessEconomy14 h ago

    President Donald Trump said he has approved new fuel economy standards that roll back rules put in place during the Biden administration. The move would loosen requirements on carmakers for vehicle efficiency. The announcement is drawing attention from the auto industry and environmental groups, who are weighing the impact on emissions, vehicle prices and US climate commitments.

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    US set to finalize sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards▼US to finalize sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards✉newsBusinessEconomy6 min ago

    The United States is preparing to finalize vehicle fuel economy standards set sharply lower than previously planned, according to Reuters. The rollback would ease efficiency requirements for automakers, weakening targets that had pushed manufacturers toward more fuel-efficient cars and electric vehicles. The move is likely to draw criticism from environmental groups while being welcomed by parts of the auto industry seeking lower compliance costs.

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    Democrats court voters by running on Christian faith●These Democrats are running for Congress on Christian faith. Will it pay off?✉newsWorldUS Politicsjust now

    A group of Democratic congressional candidates is openly campaigning on their Christian faith, hoping to reconnect with religious voters who have drifted toward Republicans. The strategy is drawing attention as Democrats assess whether emphasizing faith can broaden their appeal in key races, and whether religious language will resonate with moderate and rural constituents in the current political climate.

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    The US is moving to weaken federal fuel-economy standards, loosening requirements that carmakers improve average mileage across their fleets. Supporters argue the rules raise vehicle costs and limit consumer choice, while environmental groups warn the rollback will increase gasoline consumption and emissions, undermining climate goals. The proposal has reignited debate over how aggressively the government should regulate automakers' transition toward more efficient and electric vehicles.

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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✉newsBusinessEconomy3 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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    Trump administration to ease Biden-era fuel economy rules▼Trump administration set to ease Biden-era fuel economy rules✉newsBusinessEconomy5 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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    Greta Thunberg and Aurora sue Sweden again over climate inaction▼Greta Thunberg, Aurora sue Sweden again, arguing it failed children on climate✉newsScienceSpace Policy2 h ago

    Climate activist Greta Thunberg and the group Aurora have filed a new lawsuit against Sweden, arguing the state has failed to protect children from the consequences of climate change. The legal action follows earlier attempts to hold the Swedish government accountable through the courts, and renews pressure on policymakers over the country's climate commitments.

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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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    Trump approves new fuel economy rules ending EV mandate▼Trump says he approved new fuel economy standards ending Biden-era electric vehicle mandate✉newsLifeAutos6 min ago

    President Donald Trump announced he approved new fuel economy standards that roll back Biden-era requirements pushing automakers toward electric vehicles. The move eliminates what he called an electric vehicle mandate, giving manufacturers more flexibility on combustion-engine models. Industry groups and environmental advocates are weighing the impact on EV investment, emissions targets, and the future of US auto manufacturing.

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    Climate groups say Bill C-39 guts Canada’s environmental policy▼# canada Bill C-39 dismantles Canada’s environmental policy ‘beyond anything we’ve ever seen,’ say climate groups WhileMmastodonEnvironmentClimate539 min ago

    Climate organizations in Canada are criticizing Bill C-39, arguing the legislation dismantles the country’s environmental policy on a scale they describe as unprecedented. Greenpeace campaigners say the bill gives federal cabinet unchecked discretion to bypass existing environmental laws, while Senator Clément Gignac has defended the measure. The dispute highlights growing tension over how far the government can go in weakening protections, with critics demanding the bill be revised or withdrawn.

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    Trump to roll back Biden fuel-economy rules Monday●Trump to unveil rollback of Biden fuel-economy mandates Monday✉newsBusinessEconomy6 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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    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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    US Eases Environmental Reviews for Natural Gas Projects●MAKING PROJECTS EASIER: US Eases Environmental Reviews for Natural Gas Projects✉newsEnvironment2 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 Approves Lower Fuel Economy Targets, Calls Biden Rules 'EV Mandate'●Trump Approves Lower Fuel Economy Targets, Calls Biden Rules ‘EV Mandate’✉newsBusinessEconomy1 h ago

    The Trump administration has approved lower fuel economy targets for US vehicles, moving away from stricter emissions standards set under President Biden. Trump criticised the previous rules as an 'EV mandate' that forced automakers toward electric vehicles. The decision is expected to ease pressure on carmakers while drawing criticism from environmental groups who argue it will increase emissions and slow the transition to cleaner transport.

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    Trump approves new fuel economy rules, ends Biden EV mandate●Trump OKS new fuel economy standards, ends Biden EV mandate✉newsBusinessEconomy16 h ago

    President Trump has signed off on new fuel economy standards while formally ending the Biden administration's electric vehicle mandate. The move rolls back one of his predecessor's signature climate policies and relaxes requirements pushing automakers toward EV production. The decision is being watched closely by carmakers, energy groups and environmental advocates for its impact on US emissions targets and the auto industry.

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    Climate views differ within US racial groups and along party lines▼Climate views differ within US racial groups and fall along partisan lines✉newsEnvironmentClimate12 h ago

    New analysis indicates that American attitudes toward climate change cannot be reduced to race alone: views vary significantly within racial and ethnic groups and track party affiliation more closely than identity. The findings suggest political partisanship is a stronger predictor of climate beliefs than demographic background, complicating common assumptions about how different communities in the United States perceive environmental issues and climate policy.

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    Trump Approves Fuel Economy Standards, Ends Electric Vehicle Mandates▼Trump Approves Fuel Economy Standards to Abolish Electric Vehicle Mandates✉newsLifeAutos9 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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    European Union and Canada Team Up on Ocean Monitoring▼European Union Partners with Canada for Better Ocean Monitoring✉newsEnvironmentOceans16 h ago

    The European Union has announced a partnership with Canada aimed at improving ocean monitoring. The cooperation is expected to strengthen the sharing of satellite and maritime data between the two sides, supporting climate research, shipping safety and protection of marine environments. Details of funding and specific projects have not yet been made public, and reactions from environmental groups and industry remain limited so far.

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    Data Center Backlash Has Yet to Become a Climate Fight●📰 The Data Center Backlash Should Also Be a Climate Reckoning. It Isn’t Yet Climate groups are latching onto the data ceMmastodonTechnologyAI12 h ago

    Opposition to data centers is growing in many communities, but climate groups argue the movement has not yet turned into a broader reckoning over the facilities' greenhouse gas emissions. Activists are joining local anti-data-center campaigns, hoping to draw attention to the massive energy and water demands of the computing infrastructure behind AI and cloud services. The open question is whether residents angry about land, power and noise will also come to care about the impact on the atmosphere.

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    Extinction Rebellion Issues Second Environmental Warning▼Xtinction Rebellion Issues Environmental Warning, Second Notice✉newsEnvironment40 min 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.