Jennifer Ludden
Stories
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National
Some Christmas travelers face cancelled flights as the omicron surge hits airlines
In a preemptive move, United, Delta and others cancelled dozens of flights scheduled for Friday. They say the omicron spike has left them with staffing shortages.
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Environment
Your Weather Forecast Update: Warmer Climate Will Be The New 'Normal'
In May, NOAA will release its once-a-decade update for the 30-year weather averages that local meteorologists use. In many places, it will mean far fewer days that are 'above normal.'
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Environment
Why There Is A Change Coming To Your Local Weather Forecast
Next month, the temperature averages meteorologists use will get an update. It means the warmer climate will — quite literally — become the new "normal," posing a challenge for forecasters.
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Politics
Biden To Name Gina McCarthy, Former EPA Chief, As Domestic Climate Coordinator
McCarthy has an ambitious assignment: coordinating efforts across the entire federal government aimed at drastically — and quickly — lowering the United States' greenhouse gas emissions.
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Environment
Biden Plans To Nominate Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm As Energy Secretary
The former Michigan governor brings experience in promoting clean-energy manufacturing. She worked with the Obama administration on an automaker bailout that pushed investment in green technology.
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Environment
John Kerry Tapped For Newly Created Role As Presidential Climate Envoy
Environmental groups praise Kerry for his decades of climate work, including negotiating the Paris agreement. He will face challenges after four years of a diminished U.S. role in climate diplomacy.
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Environment
Biden Will Face Major Limits To His Ambitious Climate Plans
His sweeping proposals aimed to make the U.S. carbon neutral by 2050. But without a Democratic Senate, Biden may be forced to compromise and do what he can through executive action.
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Health
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Predicted To Fall Nearly 8% — Largest Decrease Ever
Global energy demand, particularly for coal, is falling sharply this year, the International Energy Agency says. The drop is caused by weather patterns and COVID-19 shutdowns.
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Environment
Trump Administration Weakens Auto Emissions Standards
The Trump administration is replacing Obama-era fuel economy standards with weaker ones that will allow for more air pollution. Groups are already lining up to challenge the new rule.
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Politics
Trump Touts 'Environmental Leadership,' Even As D.C. Has Floods And Critics Pounce
In an East Room event that played like a campaign rally, President Trump touted his push for clean air and "crystal clear" water. He made no mention of climate change, a growing concern for voters.