Climate and environmental news centers on legal challenges to US emission rules, infrastructure strain, and the ecological importance of insect biodiversity.

A coalition of US cities and states has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to challenge the repeal of key environmental emissions regulations, arguing the move will cause long-term harm.

The Colorado River basin is facing an unprecedented water crisis as Lake Mead and Lake Powell hit historic low levels, threatening regional water security.

New Jersey regulators have launched an investigation into a Microsoft-linked data center after it was discovered the facility discharged industrial pollution for nearly a year without required permits.

Amazon has faced significant community backlash over its data center expansion, leading the company to announce it will stop using non-disclosure agreements with local officials regarding these facilities.

California is implementing emergency preparations as a massive 'Kelvin' wave approaches the coast, bringing risks of flooding and accelerated sea-level rise.

Scientific research highlights that insects provide essential ecosystem services beyond food sources, including sanitation, habitat construction, and protection for various vertebrate species.

Eastern Spain is bracing for extreme weather as meteorologists forecast torrential rainfall and significant flooding, mirroring severe storm impacts recently seen in Nepal.

Analysts and political figures are re-evaluating fossil fuel reliance, suggesting that recent geopolitical volatility has exposed the fragility of global energy security models.

Public health experts are warning about emerging environmental threats, including the potential for avian influenza H5N1 to cross into human populations and cause a significant pandemic.