Afghanistan’s Taliban officials will attend UN climate summit for second time
https://abcnews.com/International/wireStory/afghanistans-taliban-officials-attend-climate-summit-time-observers-137804124 By VICTORIA MILKO Associated Press Excerpt: ISLAMABAD — Taliban officials have been invited to attend an upcoming U.N. climate summit as observers for the second time since returning to power in Afghanistan, a Kabul official said Tuesday. The summit starts next week in the Mediterranean city of Antalya in Turkey. Two years ago, they […]
The WHO proposes six climate & health measures before UN’s COP31 in Turkey – ‘Countries must accelerate climate action now’
https://www.democrata.es/en/health/the-who-proposes-six-climate-and-health-measures-that-could-prevent-1-6-million-deaths-per-year/ BY AGENCIAS The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified six key interventions related to climate and health which, if implemented on a widespread basis, would have the potential to save 1.6 million lives every year and generate around 3.9 trillion dollars (about 3.500 million euros) in benefits linked to well-being. These findings come from […]
UN Climate Summit COP31 organisers say to seek ‘ambitious’ action – Push ‘a strong & ambitious outcome’
https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20261008-cop31-organisers-say-to-seek-ambitious-action-with-their-text Nadi (Fiji) (AFP) – Organisers of an upcoming UN climate summit in Turkey said Thursday they would prepare a summary text for countries to adopt, as they lead a push for “ambitious” action on keeping the goal of global temperature rise of 1.5 C within reach.Nadi The UN-sponsored global climate summit — known as […]
WaPo: Voters reject data centers across the country as the AI backlash grows – Passed a string of local bans & elected gubernatorial & Senate candidates pledging tougher regulation
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2026/11/04/voters-pass-over-20-ballot-measures-ban-or-restrict-data-centers/ Wash Post Excerpt: Voters in at least 29 jurisdictions across the country passed bans or restrictions on data centers Tuesday, reflecting the widespread public revulsion to the facilities and adding to the growing pushback on the ambitions of the artificial intelligence industry. Voters reject data centers across the country as the AI backlash grows […]
Democratic Party Midterm wins set to have ‘profound consequences for climate action in U.S.’
https://grist.org/elections/midterms-2026-blue-wave-climate-races-data-centers/ By Grist staff The Democratic Party appeared set to win a commanding victory in Tuesday’s midterm elections. As of 11 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday night, the party was on track to gain control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives, as well as several state governments. The party’s strong performance, driven in […]
The midterms may revive a dying brand: The oil-state Democrat – ‘Would test the size of the party’s tent on energy issues’
https://www.politico.com/news/2026/10/28/the-midterms-may-revive-a-dying-breed-the-oil-state-democrat-01137632 Democratic wins in Texas and Alaska would test the size of the party’s tent on energy issues. By PAVAN ACHARYA Excerpt: [The] midterm elections could usher in the revival of a rare type of politician: Democratic senators representing states rich in fossil fuels and Republicans. Moderate Democrats view potential wins from Senate candidates like […]
Don’t say ‘climate’: US Democrats’ midterm elections strategy – ‘Climate Hushing’
https://www.contexte.com/eu/article/energy/dont-say-climate-us-democrats-midterm-elections-strategy_283542 By Eva Thiebaud Excerpt: US Democrats have kept a low profile on climate during the midterm campaign. But observers see ways for the party’s most progressive candidates to tackle the issue indirectly – from power grids to renewables – if they win back Congress. Americans have endured a summer of record-breaking heatwaves and are grappling […]
UK Guardian on Midterms: ‘If Democrats do well, they could gain leverage to oppose Trump’s anti-climate agenda’
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/oct/30/climate-crisis-midterms-affordability By Hilary Beaumont Excerpt: If the polls can be believed, the US could see a blue wave in the midterms, giving Democrats a chance to take back the House and Senate, and gaining up to four governor’s seats. These wins could give Democrats new power to resist Donald Trump’s anti-climate agenda, and to push […]
Time Mag: A Democratic Wave In the Midterms Could Change How Companies Talk About Climate
https://time.com/article/2026/10/30/democrats-midterms-corporate-climate-action/ By Justin Worland Excerpt: or the last year, I’ve been asking corporate executives how they might expect anticipated Democratic victories in the midterm elections to shape the future of the U.S. climate and energy agenda. I was surprised how often they gave the same answer: investigations. … Corporate executives have largely worried about staying […]
Pielke Jr. : ‘The Stern Review’s $2.8 Trillion Miss’ – ’20 years ago it projected rapidly escalating disaster losses. They didn’t happen’
https://rogerpielkejr.substack.com/p/the-stern-reviews-28-trillion-miss By ROGER PIELKE JR. Excerpt: On Friday, the Stern Review on the Economics of Climate Change turns 20. Last night the London School of Economics marked the anniversary with Nicholas Stern and a keynote given by Miatta Fahnbulleh, the current Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. Yesterday in The Guardian, Fiona […]