Fossil fuels
Joe Biden Won't Abandon Fossil Fuel Plans Because of Gas Prices
Biden is looking for other paths to lower rising gas prices without sacrificing his promise to combat climate change.
Putin Is Making More on Oil Than He's Spending on Ukraine War
According to a recent report, Russia made nearly $100 billion in fossil fuel exports during the first 100 days of the war in Ukraine.
Russia Claims Sanctions Won't Hurt Energy Profits, Expects 'Increase'
Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said Saturday that the country has "alternative sales markets" for oil exports "where we are already increasing sales."
How Much Better Are Electric Cars for the Environment?
Making EVs generally involves more air emissions than making conventional vehicles, primarily because producing large battery packs is energy intensive.
How Does Fracking Affect the Environment?
Fracking has been around since the 1940s, but over the past decade the practice has boomed in the United States, and opened up several new energy markets.
Despite Sanctions, Russia Has Sold Over $66B in Fossil Fuels Since Invasion
"Fossil fuel exports are a key enabler of Russia's military buildup and brutal aggression against Ukraine," the report read.
Can an Australian Billionaire Change the Face of Fossil Fuel Dependency?
It is Mike Cannon-Brookes' goal to use technology and investment to replace ageing coal dependency.
What the Elites Are Missing About Auto and Gas Prices
The spiraling cost of homeownership has been a big subject in the past few years, but less discussed is the rising cost of car ownership.
We Must Empower a Clean Energy Revolution for Puerto Rico
When you look at the facts, the clean energy revolution is actually accelerating in Puerto Rico.
U.S. Natural Gas is Saving Europe From its Own Energy Policy
U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers are sailing to the relief of Europe as the latter faces perhaps its direst energy crisis in recent history.
Tiny Reactors Could Spark a 'Nuclear Revolution' to Fight Climate Change
As the demand for energy rises, miniaturized nuclear power plants could be a climate-friendly new source. But some critics aren't so sure
What Is Disaster Capitalism? Giant Oil Company Cashes In on Climate Crisis
Fossil fuel company Enbridge admitted that, due to climate change, its pipeline has only 19 years left—and uses that short timeline to justify raising prices.
Investing in American Energy
The Biden administration, "woke" banks and activist investors want to make it impossible to invest in traditional American energy.
Environmentalists OK with Tapping Oil Reserves, Reminder of Clean Energy
President Joe Biden to use 50 million barrels of oil from America's strategic reserve in an attempt to lower the high gas prices across the country.
Biden Admin Set to Auction Off Over 80 Million Acres For Offshore Drilling
On November 1, Biden urged nations to "seize the moment" to act on climate change at the COP26 leaders summit in Scotland.
COP26 Deal Fails to Impress Environmentalists After Coal Compromise
Greta Thunberg warned of a "tsunami of greenwashing" to frame the deal as "a step in the right direction."
5 Reasons COP26 Was a Success
President Joe Biden has successfully pushed for countries to pledge to reduce global methane emissions by 30 percent.
COP26 Live Updates: Fossil Fuels Pledge Hangs in the Balance on Final Day
It is the final day of the COP26 climate change summit in Glasgow as countries struggle to reach a deal on ending fossil fuel usage. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.
Biden Shutting Down Line 5 Pipeline Could Send Gas Prices Surging
A group of 13 lawmakers are urging President Biden to keep the line running to prevent further disruption and possible rising energy bills.
Manchin and Sinema Know What Happened to Pols Who Did What They're Doing
It pays to oppose popular progressive programs: Big Business says yes to Democratic lawmakers who say no.
ExxonMobil Is World's Most Obstructive Company on Climate Policy—Report
Of the top 25 biggest climate obstructors, 10 are based in the U.S.
China Defends Fossil Fuel Emissions, Criticizes Trump's Accord Withdrawal
At the U.N. climate conference, Chinese climate negotiator Xie Zhenhua spoke about why the nation is so reliant on fossil fuels.
Half of Americans Think U.S. Climate Change Policies Are Not Enough: Poll
The poll showed that 84 percent of Democrats and 29 percent of Republicans think that global efforts towards climate change are "too little."
Joe Manchin Confronted by Hunger Strikers Over Fossil Fuel Emissions
Abby Leedy, 20, accused the West Virginia senator of avoiding having a meeting with climate activists.
Rep. Katie Porter Uses Bags of Rice, M&Ms to Attack Big Oil
Porter challenged the oil executives on whether they supported a pause of new oil and gas leases on federal land.
Carolyn Maloney to Subpoena Major Oil Companies in Climate Investigation
The announcement comes after a hearing examining their alleged efforts to spread disinformation about the impact of fossil fuels on the climate.
Wind Turbine Failures Behind Europe's Energy Crisis Are a Warning for U.S.
The situation highlights issues the U.S. might face when transitioning from traditional energy sources.
Big Oil to Testify on Climate Change Disinformation for the First Time
The world's largest oil companies will answer questions before Congress on their alleged efforts to obscure the role of fossil fuels in global warming.
Rep. Lois Frankel Trades in Fossil Fuel Companies as Gas Prices Rise
As a member of the Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies subcommittee, Frankel sits privy to conversations concerning Department of Energy funding.
Bernie Sanders Hints at 'Progress' After Meeting Manchin Over Biden Plan
Manchin and Sanders have clashed in public statements amid divisions among Democrats around the $3.5 trillion infrastructure and social spending bill.