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The political dramas and policy choices that are shaping the global response to the existential threat of climate change.

Colorado River Basin Candidates Wade Into Water Politics, but Winners Are Unlikely to Make Big Changes

As tensions rise on the drought-stricken river, six of the seven Colorado River Basin states are holding elections for governor.

By Wyatt Myskow, Jake Bolster

The Colorado River flows through Grand Canyon Village, Ariz., on Sept. 1. Credit: Ian Maule/AFP via Getty Images
Gov. Mark Gordon and Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council Executive Director Emily Domenech sign a memorandum of understanding on Oct. 26, 2026 "to prevent unnecessarily long reviews for critical infrastructure projects."

Wyoming Teams With Trump Administration to Expedite Energy, Industrial Projects

By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com

The construction site of BaRupOn’s 700-acre industrial campus in Liberty, Texas. Credit: Courtesy of BaRupOn

Texas Used to Be ‘the Best Place’ to Build Data Centers—But Not Anymore 

By Arcelia Martin

An aerial photo shows a portion of Lahaina, Hawaii, near the water. Properties are a mix of homes, houses under construction and empty lots.

Maui Prosecutor to Hire Investigator Focused On Post-Wildfire Contractor Fraud

By Erin Nolan

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a news conference at the EAA A-2 Reservoir Everglades restoration project in South Bay on April 13. Credit: Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel/Tribune News Service via Getty Images

How Florida’s Amendment 3 Would Affect the State’s Iconic Water Resources

By Amy Green

Democrat Clara Pratte, candidate for the Arizona Corporation Commission, speaks at a press conference calling on the commission to launch an investigation into how data centers are increasing utility bills for Arizona Power Service customers. Credit: Wyatt Myskow/Inside Climate News

In Arizona, Democrats See an Opportunity to Influence Energy Policy

By Wyatt Myskow

State Rep. Greg Vitali listens to a budget address on Feb. 3. Credit: PA House of Representatives

Pennsylvania’s Legislature Is Losing Its Climate Champion 

By Kyle Bagenstose

From left: Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah), Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) hold a news conference on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act in the U.S. Capitol on Sept. 30 . Credit: Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call via Getty Images

As Permitting Bill Debate Approaches, Senators Have Fresh Doubts and an Ultimatum

By Dan Gearino

The Alabama Capitol building in Montgomery. Credit: Lee Hedgepeth/Inside Climate News

In a Rare Statewide Debate, Alabama Candidates Spar Over Data Centers, Utility Rates

By Lee Hedgepeth

The Valero refinery in Houston. Credit: Ronaldo Schemidt/AFP via Getty Images

In Texas’ 9th Congressional District, Candidates Spar Over Fossil Fuels

By Lauren Nutall

The construction site of an Amazon data center in Gilroy, Calif., on Oct. 25. Credit: Andrej Sokolow/dpa via Getty Images

Powerful Interests Aim to Weaken California’s Landmark Environmental Law

By Liza Gross

Jamie Ager in North Carolina.

In North Carolina, a ‘Mountain Democrat’ Vies for Residents Still Hurting From Helene

By Jack Bell, The Assembly

The Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s Los Angeles Refinery in Carson, Calif. Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

Climate Is on the Ballot, Even if It’s Not in Candidates’ Campaign Messages

By Marianne Lavelle

U.S. Sen. Susan Collins and former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson debate at Husson University in Bangor, Maine, on Oct. 15, 2026. Credit: Gregory Rec/Portland Press Herald, via Getty Images.

In Maine’s Senate Race, it’s Heating Oil vs. Electricity

By Nathaniel Eisen

Solar panels are seen on a farm in Westby, Wis. Credit: Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images

The High-Stakes Governors’ Races That Could Reshape America’s Energy Future

By Dan Gearino

Protesters demonstrate against AI data center development on July 18 in New Port Richey, Fla. Credit: Thomas Simonetti/AFP via Getty Images

Data Centers, Power Bills, Hurricanes: What’s at Stake for the Environment in Florida’s Senate Race

By Kate Waxman

The JPMorgan Chase data center in Orangeburg, N.Y. Credit: Kena Betancur/Getty Images

As Election Day Nears, a Key House Race Remains in Flux

By Leana Carbonez

An aerial view of Everglades National Park. Credit: Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu via Getty Images

In Florida’s Gubernatorial Race, a Choice Between New Climate Policy or the Status Quo

By Amy Green

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva waves a flag during a rally ahead of the presidential runoff on Oct. 24 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Credit: Alexandre Schneider/Getty Images

Climate Activists Celebrate Lula’s Win in Brazil, but Warn the Fight Is Far From Over

By Arcelia Martin

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