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Indonesia volcano blankets provincial capital with ashVolcanic ash from an Indonesia volcano has blanketed parts of Medan, the provincial capital of North Sumatra.
Caribbean faces worst drought in five yearsFrom Puerto Rico to Cuba to St. Lucia, the Caribbean is experiencing widespread drought and water shortages.
ADB: Climate change offsets anti-poverty workClimate change has been making the poor even poorer in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a new report by the Asian Development Bank.
Exxon Mobil halts 3 oil platforms in wake of pipeline spillExxon Mobil has paused operations at three offshore oil platforms after a pipeline spill in May crimped the oil firm's ability to deliver crude to refineries.
Push to lift the US oil exports ban gathers steamThe debate over lifting the ban on US oil exports is heating up in Washington. Allowing for crude oil exports could create US jobs, writes Michael McDonald, and push down the international price of oil.
This fascinating interactive shows each country’s greenhouse gas emissionsNegotiators are working toward a global climate deal this December, and countries are now pledging how much they're willing to rein in emissions. This chart shows who's currently emitting the most – and what sector those emissions come from.
Panda gives birth to twin cubs. Are captive breeding programs worth it?A giant panda gave birth to female cubs at a breeding center in China, drawing attention to the successes and challenges of breeding the species in captivity.
Despite US sanctions, Shell partners up with Russian energy giantWestern sanctions on Russia haven't stopped Royal Dutch Shell from partnering with Russia's Gazprom on several projects, writes Charles Kennedy. Many of the projects will help Russian gas get to Europe.
White House says action needed now to slow climate changeThe White House report is part of a week-long effort to emphasize climate change to mark the two-year anniversary of a "climate action plan" announced by President Barack Obama.
Pope Francis and climate change [Recharge]Pope Francis reignites the moral aspect of energy and climate debates. A new report warns the world will blow past its climate goals. Iraq's oil boom persist against all odds. Catch up on global energy with Recharge.
Will a US shale slowdown impact oil prices?Production from US shale fields is likely to slow, as low oil prices challenge the economics of unconventional drilling, Nick Cunningham writes. But that doesn't mean oil prices will rebound any time soon.
In new energy era, what counts as 'oil'?The next century of oil will likely be very different from the last, Gordon writes. This shifting petroleum paradigm is confounded by outdated myths.
How to prevent the sixth mass extinctionSixth extinction: Human beings are currently causing the greatest mass extinction of species since the extinction of the dinosaurs 65 million years ago, says a new study.
Why $700 million to save salmon may not be enoughA court hearing Tuesday will challenge to the $700 million salmon habitat restoration effort in the Columbia River Basin. Critics say four dams need to be removed.
Can DNA technology help put a stop to elephant poaching?Scientists have discovered a new DNA technology that could help crack down on the illegal trade that is destroying the African elephant population.
Why Russia's state oil company is helping VenezuelaLow oil prices have left oil mega-producers like Russia and Venezuela reeling, writes Nick Cunningham. Now, Russia's state oil company is giving Venezuela's state oil company a loan to boost production.
How elephant tusks, dung, and DNA research can help preserve the speciesDNA research is giving researchers a map of hot spots for poaching that can help law enforcement target resources to contain and shut down illegal slaughter of elephants.
This country just became the world's No. 3 oil importerIndia offers a fast-growing market for oil from the Middle East, writes Charles Kennedy. The developing country's growing appetite for crude comes as Chinese demand is slowing.
US proposes new carbon limits on trucksThe Obama administration has unveiled new rules that would lower carbon dioxide emissions from medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo launch clean energy pushMovie stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Mark Ruffalo are partnering on '100%', a campaign aimed at making renewable energy affordable and available to everyone.
