Energy & Environment New research identified the counties in the U.S. with large and vulnerable populations exposed to heat stress, water shortages or wildfire, with most found in the southern half of the country. A firefighting helicopter flies near as a home burns from the Mountain Fire on Nov. […] Click here to view original […]

The “Great Wealth Transfer” is in full swing, as over $100 trillion is expected to be transfered from older generations to their heirs through 2048, according to Cerulli Associates. As the baton of wealth is inherited by younger generations, the heirs of wealthy families are taking a more active […] Click here to view original

The case could be a big win for consumer choice. When it comes to car emissions standards, there’s one big question: Who put California in charge? We may finally get an answer — courtesy of the United States Supreme Court. The drastic impacts of California’s EV mandates on consumers, […] Click here to view original

Pope Francis is presented a new, fully electric popemobile at the Vatican on Dec. 4. Credit: Filippo Monteforte/AFP via Getty Images From our collaborating partner “Living on Earth,” public radio’s environmental news magazine , an interview with car expert Jim Motavalli, who writes about green transportation for Autoweek and […] Click here to view original

New reports from Maryland Insurance Administration and U.S. Senate document accelerating rate of homeowners being denied policy renewals. Here’s a look at the damages. SILVER SPRING, Md. — If your homeowners insurance renewal has been denied or your premiums have spiked, you’re not alone. A growing crisis tied to […] Click here to view original

The outgoing administration said the target to cut emissions by 61-66% by 2035 can be reached even if Trump rolls back climate action Solar panels at the background as U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a visit to Vernon Electric Cooperative in Westby, Wisconsin, U.S., September 5, 2024. REUTERS/Kevin […] Click here to view original