Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)David Roberts @volts.wtf · 8hOn Wednesday I am recording a podcast on the hot subject of the moment, PERMITTING REFORM, with Daniel Palken of Arnold Ventures. There is, to say the least, much to discuss. What are your big questions? What do you want clarity on? What are your worries/fears/hopes? Hit me. 447211
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 02/10/2026"The pipeline will send 1M barrels of oil a day from Alberta’s oilsands to a new terminal at Roberts Bank [which] sits in the Fraser River delta, a globally important ecosystem that supports one of the world’s largest #salmon runs and the endangered southern resident #KillerWhale population." 011
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Josh Lappen @jlappen1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026In the year I've been working w/ air pollution regulators on data center on-site emissions, I've seen almost no acknowledgement of this trend from energy-side advocates of data center buildout. This isn't just bad actors-it's a corporate playbook and a roadmap to a future of unconstrained emissions. 212055
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Michael E. Mann @michaelemann.bsky.social · 01/10/2026" El Niño could put Washington’s coastal towns in hot water" by @heyjohnryan.bsky.social for @kuow.org Public Radio: www.kuow.org/environment/...kuow.orgEl Niño could put Washington’s coastal towns in hot waterSome communities in Washington are stepping up their efforts to prepare for higher seas. 34620
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Science News @sciencenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Only 6 percent of rivers in the lower 48 are both healthy and meaningfully protected. A new map shows which ones to fix first. www.sciencenews.org/article/new-map…sciencenews.orgA new map points out U.S. rivers most worth protectingScientists graded every river and stream in the contiguous United States, flagging specific repairs each one needs to support aquatic life. 084
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Center for International Environmental Law @ciel.org · 29/09/2026👏 Finally! After mounting scrutiny of his fossil fuel stocks, Justice Alito recused from Suncor v. Boulder. Dozens of climate suits hinge on this case, some against oil companies in his portfolio. Accountability demands justice without conflicts—or perceived conflicts—of interest. bit.ly/4yWvcnMbit.lyAlito’s Recusal From Climate Case: Too Little, Too Late? - Inside Climate NewsJustice Samuel Alito decided Monday to sit out one of the most consequential climate change cases to reach the Supreme Court, but legal experts expected continuing ramifications due to his ownership o... 1159
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Ian James @ianjames.bsky.social · 28/09/2026The proposed desalination project calls for Arizona to build a plant in Mexico to supply drinking water there. In exchange, Arizona would get some of Mexico’s Colorado River water. But the project faces considerable challenges, @bobbymagill.bsky.social reports: news.bloomberglaw.com/environment-...news.bloomberglaw.comDrying Colorado River Seen as Risky Bet for Mexico Water SwapA proposal to find new water for the Southwest by using desalinated ocean water from Mexico faces difficult odds as what remains of the waning Colorado River is legally contested by its surrounding st... 084
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Noel Healy @drnoelhealy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026The Guardian covered our paper: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...theguardian.comDecades of fossil fuel influence paved way for Trump’s assault on university research, study saysFossil fuel firms have spent years trying to regulate climate research by donating to US universities, study authors argue 1238
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Rebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Climate change affects everything. "These threats are not regarded as some far-off or remote contingency: disastrous impacts, for instance on the UK’s food supply, could be expected as soon as 2030, it warns." 417768
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 25/09/2026⚡️ Africa's rich #CriticalMineral endowments can support local economies and the #energy transition alike. A new report by SEI and @irena-official.bsky.social explores the strengths and weaknesses in the current African policy landscape. Read it here: buff.ly/ZkmlRyV Some takeaways ⤵️ 112
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Mongabay @mongabay.com · 24/09/2026Researchers have launched "Lost Lakes," an interactive map tracking nearly 4 million Arctic lakes in near real time. As climate warming thaws permafrost, lakes form or abruptly drain away. Monitoring these shifts offers vital clues on ground stability and carbon emissions. Learn more!mongabay.cc4 million lakes in ‘Lost Lakes’ map offer clues to Arctic permafrostThe Arctic is dotted with millions of lakes that sit on persistently frozen soil called permafrost. These lakes are crucial for the region’s wildlife and local communities. However, as temperatures… 02015
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 24/09/2026The governors of California and Washington announced at #ClimateWeekNYC a deal that brings Washington into the California–Québec #CarbonMarket in 2027. SEI expert Derik Broekhoff lauds the move, saying it will bring savings to energy customers and help cut planet-warming emissions. 101
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Wtaf is this question my university just asked me about my project? 15145881297
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Today during Climate Week, Governor Gavin Newsom and I announced we've taken the next steps toward Washington joining the California–Québec carbon market in 2027. States and subnational governments are stepping up and leading at a time when the federal government is trying to dismantle... 914430
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 23/09/2026Our Bellingham Bay cleanup turned 30 this year, and yes, it’s thriving ✨ If you visit the waterfront today, you might never guess it used to be almost all heavy industry that left contaminated soil and sediments—and with the help of our partners, we’ve removed 211,000 tons of it! 181
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 23/09/2026"In the first quarter of 2026, transmission constraints accounted for nearly two-thirds of all renewable energy curtailment at 300 gigawatt-hours (GWh)," according to @ember-energy.org, a global energy think-tank. 075
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 23/09/2026As @fao.org convenes decision-makers and experts on spurring implementation of #OneHealth principles in global #FoodSystems, SEI experts argue for the elevation of bivalves – mussels, clams and oysters – in such conversations. Their new perspective details why. 👀 113
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 23/09/2026☕️ A mapping of global coffee supply chains reveals significant market concentration, with the top ten trading companies handling 35% of global exports from 10 key coffee-producing countries. The top 30 companies account for 55% according to the dataset analysed by Trase. 👉️ buff.ly/lmPZQdtbuff.lyJust 10 traders control 35% of global coffee exportsNew data from Trase reveals that the majority of the coffee imported globally comes from companies that supply the European market. 011
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Patrick De Haan @gasbuddyguy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026My thoughts on why this is bad: gaspriceguy.substack.com/p/why-a-dies...gaspriceguy.substack.comWhy a Diesel Export Ban Won't Fix Expensive U.S. Diesel PricesWith gasoline and especially diesel prices skyrocketing as of late, politicians in certain quarters are eager to shift the narrative around record-setting diesel prices ahead of elections. 519168
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Grist @grist.org · 22/09/2026Offshore wind job training built for a boom is facing down a bustdlvr.itOffshore wind job training built for a boom is facing down a bustWorkforce programs are trying to ride out the legal, administrative, and economic headwinds of the Trump administration. 01310
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)David Roberts @volts.wtf · 17/09/2026Huge, extremely good news in Washington state today.seattletimes.comWA top court deals death blow to natural gas initiativeA measure approved by voters in 2024 sought to protect access to natural gas in Washington and weaken codes that make it more difficult to install gas in homes. 112416
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 17/09/2026KITTEH www.nbcnews.com/science/envi...nbcnews.comNew wild cat species is identified for first time in 100 years, researchers sayA type of tiger cat, the animal is slender, spotted and smaller than a house cat. It lives in the Bolivian cloud forest. 020
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 16/09/2026"Regenerative grazing" is a greenwashing scam, nothing more. Here's why. Please don't be taken in. drawdown.org/insights/eig...drawdown.orgEight reasons regenerative grazing can’t make beef climate-friendlyAn influential regenerative grazing movement continues to grow. But here's why the science doesn't back up the purported climate benefits. 10442157
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 16/09/2026🤝 EVENT | SEI and partners seek your expertise in policy, energy, climate and sustainability at a #ClimateWeekNYC working session tackling water issues. Space is limited: register now! ⤵️ 💧 Downscaling planetary boundaries into actionable intelligence 📅 21 Sept 🕚️ 11:00–12:30 EDT 🔗 buff.ly/VZisKdK 012
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 16/09/2026"The world's second-largest emitter after China may now see its contribution to climate change rise by roughly 1 gigaton more than it would have otherwise, in 2040. ... That’s the emissions equivalent of the energy used by 134 million houses in a year." 000
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)David Roberts @volts.wtf · 14/09/2026Hoo boy, this episode of Odd Lots is ... bracing. To do any of the things we want to do -- clean energy, electrification, AI, name it -- we need *shitloads* more copper & right now it takes decades to open a new copper mine, much less produce anything. Same for several other metals/materials.podcasts.apple.comRobert Friedland on the World's Monumental Shortage of CopperPodcast Episode · Odd Lots · September 12 · 1h 10m 75420
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 14/09/2026What about protein-fortified Doritos? 000
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 14/09/2026backchannel1.substack.com/p/the-case-f...backchannel1.substack.comThe case for a Dutch fossil fuel transition roadmapThe Netherlands is updating its national energy plan. A credible fossil fuel exit strategy must be a part of it. 000
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 10/09/2026heatmap.news/energy/renew...heatmap.newsWhy ‘Clean Is Cheap, Cheap Is Clean’ Isn’t Breaking ThroughNew polling by Heatmap and Embold Research shows where one of climate advocates’ favorite arguments for renewables is falling short. 000
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Zahra Hirji @zhirji.bsky.social · 10/09/2026“Instead of holding polluters accountable, the EPA under Trump has been focused on reversing and deleting efforts aimed at tackling greenhouse gas emissions,” @schiff.senate.gov told @bloombergnews.bsky.social. Full story @bloomberg.com: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...bloomberg.comEPA Removes Online Scope 3 Emissions Guidance for CompaniesAs the Trump administration rolls back environmental rules, it’s also taking down resources that help corporations understand their environmental risk. 036
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 08/09/2026Every USD 1 invested in climate and clean air action could return around USD 15 in benefits. A new @unep.org and @ccacoalition.bsky.social report, co-authored and coordinated by SEI, sets out 25 solutions that cut warming and air pollution together. 🔗 buff.ly/8s5cDWH #CleanAirDay 003
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Joe Veyera @joeveyera.bsky.social · 03/09/2026The Pacific Wildland Fire Sciences Laboratory in Seattle, previously slated for closure as part of the US Forest Service's restructuring plan, has been spared in the final national facilities review, the agency confirmed Thursday.fs.usda.govForest Service Reorganization | US Forest ServiceAs part of the USDA reorganization plan, the Forest Service is realigning its organizational structure to strengthen local leadership, streamline operations, and improve mission delivery. The changes ... 0116
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Justin Mikulka @justinmikulka.bsky.social · 31/08/2026"Turkmenistan responded to about 20% of the alerts with on-the-ground information about the leaks and potential plans to fix them. In contrast, the US was sent the second highest number of alerts – 138 – but responded to none and had fixed no leaks in the last year"theguardian.com‘Breakthrough’ as Turkmenistan starts fixing ‘mindboggling’ methane mega-leaksSecretive state begins repairs on ageing facilities after being revealed as worst country for leaks of potent greenhouse gas 27341
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 30/08/2026“Why didn’t scientists warn us?” 271729769
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)CAAD_Coalition @caadcoalition.bsky.social · 31/08/2026ABC, CBS and NBC aired nearly 200 segments on three major US heat events this summer, but failed to explain how human-caused climate change is making extreme heat more frequent and severe. Learn more via @mmfa.bsky.social buff.ly/arnh426mediamatters.orgABC, CBS, and NBC aired nearly 200 segments about three U.S. heat events without mentioning climate changeFrom late June through July, successive heat waves swept across large portions of the United States, breaking temperature records and placing more than 100 million people at a time under heat alerts.… 12719
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Nick Cunningham @nickcunningham.bsky.social · 31/08/2026I wrote about how fracking never delivered jobs to appalachia as promised gasoutlook.com/analysis/u-s... But i interviewed @seanholeary.bsky.social and our convo is written up here in our newsletter gasoutlook.substack.com/p/gas-outloo...gasoutlook.substack.comGas Outlook Monthly - August 2026Summer is nearing an end, but things continue to heat up in global energy markets. 1105
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 26/08/2026❓️ How do we know whether a country's short- and long-term #climate plans complement each other? SEI's Jason Veysey co-authored a column detailing the assessment he helped develop that allows countries to see whether their #NDCs and LT-LEDS are truly aligned. Read more ⤵️ buff.ly/HaDf3cn 002
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 25/08/2026⛽️ @mongabay.com reports on the #FossilFuel production plans of Peru's new administration. It cites SEI's Fossil Fuel Atlas in noting that oil and gas lease blocks cover more than one-third of the country’s total area. Read more from @aimeegabay.bsky.social ⤵️ buff.ly/mvEswwm (1/2)news.mongabay.comPlans of Peru’s new administration spur concern among environmentalistsKeiko Sofía Fujimori Higuchi from the Popular Force Party was sworn in as the new president of Peru on July 28. Fujimori, who has pledged to tackle insecurity using greater force and militarization,… 154
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 24/08/2026💧Attending #WWWeek online or in person? Check out the 26 Aug. session with SEI's Doreen Salazar. Learn about her work helping Rwanda improve its water resilience and meet its development goals. For the full rundown of SEI at World Water Week, visit: buff.ly/tDG7Nib @ndcpartnership.bsky.social 001
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 25/08/2026Sweden's largest recent #wildfire knocked 2.7% off nearby house prices – around 10% for homes within 5 km of the burn area. New SEI research with KTH and Linköping University, the first European study of its kind. Open access: buff.ly/exj1d4N 001
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Tammy Webber @tjwebber.bsky.social · 18/08/2026The Trump administration moves to allow logging in pristine national forests. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/18/c...nytimes.comTrump Administration Moves to Allow Logging in Pristine National ForestsThe move to repeal the ‘roadless rule’ would pave the way for road construction and logging in nearly 45 million acres of untouched back country. 001
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 11/08/2026I want these disclaimers for any policies and reports put out by the Trump administration 010
Lynsi Burton (she/her) @lynsi-climate.bsky.social · 11/08/2026SCOTUS puts a bad name on fat cats. 010
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 11/08/2026SEI's @mlazo.bsky.social advised authors of a new @nature.com study warning of #AI's possible role in fuelling #OilAndGas production. AI could increase the energy sector's emissions by 1 to 5% over 2024, the article says. Read more in @axios.com. 👇️ buff.ly/OPlwlkQaxios.comAI could help unlock more oil — and emissionsA new study finds that AI's role in boosting oil and gas production could lead to a net increase in emissions. 022
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)404 Media @404media.co · 11/08/2026Research Gold's team of human methodologists are either AI generated or using the identity of real people without their permission404media.coCompany Offering '100% Human-Written, Never AI' Peer Review Is Entirely AIResearch Gold's team of human methodologists are either AI generated or using the identity of real people without their permission 819272
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Sammy Roth @sammyroth.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Insane new research. Scientists gave asthma patients free electric stoves to replace their gas stoves, then checked to see if symptoms improved. Not only did symptoms improve, ditching gas was *better than medicine.* Details in today's newsletter: www.climatecoloredgoggles.com/p/electric-s...climatecoloredgoggles.comResearchers used electric stoves to treat asthma. It worked.The latest evidence that gas is bad for your health. 16175172809
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 20/07/2026In Northwest WA, Air Quality Alerts have also been issued for Skagit and Whatcom Counties through Wednesday at 9 am due to expected smoke from British Columbia. 141
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)EJ Today News @ejtodaynews.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Majority of US Voters Link Extreme Weather To #Climate Crisis: Study @dharna.bsky.social reports for @theguardian.com with graphics by Andrew Witherspoon www.theguardian.com/environment/...theguardian.comMajority of US voters link extreme weather to climate crisis, study findsTop Democrat says findings show public ‘way ahead of the politicians’ as Trump dismisses global heating as ‘hoax’ 042
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)NPR @npr.org · 16/07/2026Higher oil prices since the Iran war began mean many oil companies have brought in excess profits. Some U.S. lawmakers want to tax those windfall profits and give the money to lower-income Americans. n.pr/4fimkk9n.prOil companies are making billions. In the U.S., calls to tax their windfall are growingHigher oil prices since the Iran war began mean many oil companies have brought in excess profits. Some U.S. lawmakers want to tax those windfall profits and give the money to lower-income Americans. 1736588
Reposted by Lynsi Burton (she/her)Stockholm Environment Institute @sei.org · 16/07/2026📢 How can planners and policymakers use SEI's flagship modelling tool WEAP to navigate complicated #water rights conflicts and balance human and #ecosystem needs? We show how WEAP is put to work in the drying western US. 💡Learn more: buff.ly/2VEC2Fg 012