Laws & Regulations

Calif. Teen Starts Online Journal on Power of Economics to Confront Climate

"Frustrated with the lack of climate action, a high-school student launched Karbon Economics to explore systems that can shape solutions to the climate crisis."

Source: Inside Climate News, 09/16/2025

Wind And Solar Power Over One-Third Of Brazil’s Electricity For First Time

"Wind and solar power generated more than a third of Brazil’s electricity in August, the first month on record the two renewable sources have crossed that threshold, according to government data made public on Thursday and analyzed by energy think tank Ember."

Source: AP, 09/16/2025

Shipping Firms Support First Global Fee On Greenhouse Gases, Opposed By Trump

"Nearly 200 shipping companies said Monday they want the world’s largest maritime nations to adopt regulations that include the first-ever global fee on greenhouse gases to reduce their sector’s emissions."

Source: AP, 09/16/2025

"Deal To Curb Billions In Overfishing Subsidies Comes Into Force At WTO"

"A landmark agreement to curb billions of dollars in subsidies contributing to overfishing came into force on Monday, the World Trade Organization said - a move activists hailed as a step towards helping global fish stocks recover."

Source: Reuters, 09/16/2025

"Riding the High From Data Centers, the Grid Cannot Kick Its Gas Habit"

"Big Tech’s AI frenzy is pressing up electricity demand around the country. The power grid is stuck in natural gas-fuelled inertia, slow to bring new clean energy projects online and leaving consumers on the hook."

Source: Inside Climate News, 09/15/2025

How Tribal Radio Stations Are Preparing For A Future Without The CPB

"In the most remote parts of Alaska, staying in touch can involve a bit more effort than sending a text. Cell service is spotty, highways are nonexistent, and the postal service remains a vital lifeline, delivering supplies and mail by plane. But for anyone who wants to broadcast a different kind of message — a reminder to pick up milk, for example, or birthday wishes — there’s always the Muktuk Telegram."

Source: Nieman Lab, 09/15/2025

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