The week in climate
The ‘God Squad’ meets, Maine lobstermen collect climate data and the E.P.A. takes on microplastics.
Climate Forward
April 5, 2026

Here is some of our best climate reporting from the week.

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Republicans Seek Protections for Oil Giants Against Climate Lawsuits →

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Forest Service Will Close Research Stations That Study Wildfire Risk →

Demonstrators, some holding signs and some dressed as animals, including a sea turtle, at the Interior Department headquarters.

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The ‘God Squad’ Waives Environmental Rules for Offshore Drilling →

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Vermont Hits Back at Trump’s Effort to Block ‘Climate Superfund’ Law →

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This Man Insists Trump Is an ‘Environmental Hero’ →

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E.P.A. Targets Microplastics and Drugs in Drinking Water →

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Trump’s Budget May Target Climate Programs. Here’s What Still Survives. →

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In New England, Catching Climate Data Along With Fish →

CLIMATE FORWARD

This week’s newsletter editions featuring news and analysis for a warming world.

Donald Trump, dressed in a suit and red tie, standing at a podium in the White House.

Trump Said Gas Prices Would Fall Quickly. World Leaders Are Not So Sure.

The president said this week the recent increases would be “short-term.” But other leaders are preparing for a longer crisis.

By Claire Brown

A photo of protesters, including one holding a sign that reads “Stop the God Squad.”

Will the Iran Crisis Push the World to Rethink Oil and Gas?

A growing energy crisis could push countries to burn more fossil fuels in the short term, experts say. Plus more climate news.

By David Gelles

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