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Texas has quickly become a new epicenter for data center development, on track to pass Virginia as the largest data center market in the U.S. in the coming years. As of right now, there are about 335 data centers in operation in the state, with at least 247 projects in development. These facilities will need ... The post Texas tries to answer key questions about upcoming data center boom appeared first on Climate 411.

Environmental groups filed comments strongly opposing a Trump administration proposal

By Dynisha Benson, Legal Intern, and Tonya Calhoun, Senior Director, Community Engagement The United States already hosts more than 3,000 operational data centers, and the AI boom is fueling one of the largest waves of industrial development in decades. As demand for computing power surges, data center construction is accelerating across the country. That rapid ... The post Laying the foundation: Communities deserve a voice in the data center boom appeared first on Energy Exchange.

New York Governor Hochul signed an executive order that places a one-year moratorium on new data centers of 50 megawatts in size or greater.

Climate change is making natural disasters worse. Get the facts from a climate scientist.

By Adam Peltz Utah and New Mexico have provided other oil and gas-producing states with a road map for addressing the long-standing and growing problem of orphaned wells.  By updating outdated well bonding requirements, both states are requiring oil and gas companies to set aside enough money to plug wells, rather than leaving taxpayers with ... The post States are taking action to stop future orphaned wells  appeared first on Energy Exchange.

By Veronica Southerland and Amisha Kumar What’s new: EDF is thrilled to join a new four-year research project in Monterrey, the capital city of Nuevo Leon, Mexico, to evaluate which clean air interventions are the most lifesaving to reduce exposure to the super pollutant, black carbon. Funded by the Wellcome Trust and led in collaboration ... The post New research to help Monterrey cut toxic black carbon pollution by identifying high-impact health and climate solutions first appeared on Global Clean Air.

Trump EPA proposal would roll back commonsense standards to reduce pollution apply from new heavy-duty diesel vehicles like buses and freight trucks.

Like many other parts of the country, Florida needs more transmission to deliver electricity where demand is greatest. A modern electric grid depends on it. Because new grid infrastructure requires major capital investment, the best practice is to optimize planning so selected projects can meet multiple system needs while minimizing costs for customers over the ... The post Before customers pay, Florida’s largest transmission project deserves closer review appeared first on Energy Exchange.

EDF appeal seeks court review of costly, unsupported Florida transmission project that ignored lower-cost alternatives

A new solution is helping India’s farmers cut costs, protect yields and fight climate change, all at the same time. It’s about science, fertilizer — and trust.  

[View the English version of this post] El agua conecta a las personas, los lugares y las generaciones. Es portadora de historias, sustenta los medios de vida y forma los paisajes que llamamos hogar. Y, sin embargo, a pesar de lo profundamente compartido que es este recurso, la participación en la toma de decisiones sobre ... The post Fomentando el liderazgo y la gestión comunitaria del agua en el Valle de Salinas  first appeared on On the Water Front.

Sustainable fish farms can help feed the world and create jobs. This video gives you an inside look at a novel aquaculture pen in Hawaii.

The Trump EPA has proposed a two-year delay of the 2024 Tier 4 emissions standards, which reduce smog and soot-forming pollution from cars and trucks.

In case you missed it, an out-of-touch, industry-first proposal from Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives threatens to significantly weaken the Toxic Substances Control Act, a popular chemical safety law that helps keep dangerous chemicals out of our homes, workplaces and schools. A similar proposal from the U.S. Senate would also roll back these essential public health protections. Why ... The post Why weakening the Toxic Substances Control Act could put complex toxic chemicals on a fast track to our communities first appeared on EDF Health.

Since 2022, Southeast Asia has been a focal region for Environmental Defense Fund’s global methane mitigation efforts. We started from the ground up: raising methane awareness, engaging policymakers, industry leaders, and building methane science capacity in the region.   The efforts resulted in tangible achievements: the Methane Leadership Program, a flagship voluntary methane mitigation initiative that brings together Association of Southeast Asian Nations, major ... The post How methane reduction can support more secure and affordable energy in Southeast Asia appeared first on Energy Exchange.

Medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles are hitting the road in 2026, and we’ve collected last month’s most exciting news. In 2025, EDF delivered monthly deployment updates on the biggest zero-emission transportation stories. By the end of 2025, it was clear that momentum was sustained throughout a challenging year. This year will undoubtably see more big ... The post June 2026: Electric trucks and buses round-up appeared first on Energy Exchange.

The costs of running the coal plant, over $6 million per month, will likely be passed onto Central Florida families and businesses.

In 2022, EPA finalized more protective standards for pollution from buses and freight trucks. Now the Trump EPA is expected to undermine those protections.

Yesterday Trump's EPA announced new appointments to its Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals

Proyecto Solar Otorga Más Energía Limpia a Residentes de Culebra en Puerto Rico

Solar Project Brings More Clean Energy to Culebra Residents in Puerto Rico

From a mangrove forest boom to free electricity in Australia, here are the wins to help fortify you in the climate change fight. These are this month's good climate news stories.

A research trip surveyed over 2,000 nautical miles of coastline around Cuba and identified resilient coral reefs that can help guide future conservation efforts.

New York recently passed major rollbacks to its landmark Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act in an opaque process as part of New York’s FY2027 budget negotiations. While the state’s long-term climate commitments remain, these changes allow the state to delay action on cutting climate and health-harming pollution and slow the transition away from price-volatile ... The post Breaking down New York’s 2026 climate law amendments: delayed regulations postpone cuts to pollution and costs appeared first on Climate 411.