AI power demand creates ‘high likelihood, high impact’ grid risks
The North American transmission watchdog warns of cascading outages if the largest data centers aren’t regulated.

Oil has empowered capitalism, and some of the world’s most exploitative regimes. Move away from it and we can solve some of the key issues we face, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot.
University of Utah study suggests knowing the suicide risk could improve policies, save lives.
Unesco calls for action as lack of access and sanitation hits health, education and food security of women.
Brazil’s agribusiness drives growth but causes most deforestation; regenerative farming may help, yet weak governance risks continued ecosystem loss.
The scarlet monkeyflower's ability to keep pace with a punishing drought signals some plants can adapt quickly to climate extremes.
Most of the wind farms under consideration by the Biden administration’s Bureau of Land Management are no longer in the permitting pipeline.
Falling costs and government incentives make solar an attractive option for many, reducing the need for gas.
