The First Conference on Transitioning Away From Fossil Fuels takes place April 24–29, bringing together 85 countries that support phasing out fossil fuels. Read more in the latest #ClimateBeat; plus, job opportunities, noteworthy stories, and more:

America's oil execs have pocketed $1.4 billion selling stock during the Iran war, the WSJ reports This cash windfall won’t go primarily toward yachts and private jets, but toward political campaigns and lobbying orgs dedicated to blocking climate policy and fueling authoritarianism

It’s not just the massive amounts of water and energy data centers require—AI is also spreading climate misinformation across the internet. https://bit.ly/4sjj24B

What's cheaper: Fueling your car with gas or electricity? Check the cost in every US state: yaleclimateconnections.org/2026/04/what... by @karinkirk.bsky.social

Earlier today, NOAA climate scientists highlighted the real possibility that this summer's upcoming #ElNiño event may be strong to very strong, dependent on wind patterns in the Pacific through the summer months. 🚨 Journalists, join us at 1pm ET to unpack what this might mean for summer weather. 👇

🌀 El Niño webinar alert 🌧 Join CCNow tomorrow, Thursday, April 9, at 1pm US Eastern Time, as we dig into the science behind this year's predicted "super El Niño" and how to make the climate connection. RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

THANK YOU for 1,200+ entries for the 2026 CCNow Journalism Awards! Entries arrived from all over the world, and, like every year, we're amazed at the breadth and quality of work you sent our way. We can't wait to dig in with judges in the coming months to select this year's winners!

VT's "climate superfund" law to make #BigOil pay is facing its first real test - last week, a federal court heard arguments in legal challenges brought by the Trump admin, 24 GOP-led states & industry groups More in my collab w/ @eisenwrites.bsky.social here insideclimatenews.org/news/0504202...

NEW: Fifteen laws in 11 states that could immunize the fossil fuel industry from climate-related legal claims have either been passed or are being debated. Many bills are part of a coordinated effort by groups linked to right-wing activist Leonard Leo.

Japan’s National Association of Commercial Broadcasters has launched a new 2-year campaign called “Environmentalists are the majority.” The spot says: In Japan, talking about climate can feel tough, but you're not alone! About 89% of people are also concerned. Watch: j-ba.or.jp/project/jba1...

"Eighty-five countries have sought a roadmap to phasing out fossil fuels. A conference this month offers hope they could unite," write Mark Hertsgaard and Kyle Pope of @coveringclimatenow.org

At a time when this kind of reporting is needed more than ever, CBS axed its last climate reporter. “The reporting will be more likely to omit scientific context and elevate misleading or contrarian framing, a shift already visible in the network's limited coverage so far in 2026.”

CBS News has laid off its last climate reporter, David Schechter, leaving one of the US's largest broadcasters with no dedicated climate journalists. @mmfa.bsky.social has the story:

Our weekly #ClimateBeat newsletter is filled with job opportunities, fellowships, grants, and more:

🧵Handy takeaways from the 2026 Climate Newsroom hosted by @coveringclimatenow.org for Canadian journalists: Day 1/3 -most Canadians alarmed by climate change -don’t have to be climate expert to cover it -localize, humanize, solutionize -be critical of solutions -NOT about “is climate change real?”

@canarymedia.com offers four regional newsletters to keep you up to date on the latest energy stories from different regions of the US. We love 'em!

Great interview with @katharinehayhoe.com to watch this weekend ⤵️

South Korea's President on energy crisis: 'It’s a situation so serious that even I can’t sleep. South Korea needs to transition to renewable energy quickly. If we rely on fossil energy, the future will be extremely risky.'

A year past the deadline, India’s cabinet has approved a new climate plan for submission to the UN. The plan commits India to source 60% of its electricity-generating capacity from renewables by 2035 and fortify carbon sinks. By @arunacsekhar.bsky.social for @carbonbrief.org:

Going to Perugia @journalismfestival.com ? Come say hi!

Huge thanks to @coveringclimatenow.org for hosting 3 informative, resource-packed sessions for reporting on climate - exclusively for Canadian journalists! A ton of tools I have in my back pocket now for next time I take a crack at a solutions story. Great to see journos from 11 provinces join!

France has condemned efforts by Saudi Arabia and India to delay release of the next @ipcc.bsky.social report. Countries supporting an on-time release want the report published before a “global stock take” scheduled to occur at the 2028 UN climate summit. From @lemonde.fr:

@climatecentral.org has published new data and graphics showing that this winter’s record snow drought is limiting water supplies in the American West and setting the stage for a more severe wildfire season: buff.ly/bWngCs1

AI spreads disinformation and uses massive amounts of electricity and water. The AI boom, if it continues, is shaping up as a bust for climate survival. Read more in this week's #ClimateBeat; plus, journalism job opportunities, resources to help you cover climate, and more:

The energy crisis sparked by US-Israeli attacks on Iran exposes the fragility of a global economy dependent on fossil fuels. Countries that generate much of their energy using renewables, like Portugal, have been comparatively insulated from global price shocks. By Nehal Johri for @news.dw.com:

This is my favorite climate change chart. Japanese monks, aristocrats, and emperors kept meticulous records of cherry blossom festivals for 1,200 years and accidentally built the world's longest climate dataset.

“This particular year is as clear an indication of the influence of climate change as anything we’ve seen,” Peter Gleick, water scientist and co-founder of the Pacific Institute, told @ianjames.bsky.social for @latimes.com:

Only 23% of disaster relief requests made by Democratic-led states have been approved by Trump, @eenews.bsky.social reports. Requests by Republican-led states were approved 89% of the time. Climate change is fueling extreme weather, which doesn't obey state lines or political affiliations.

📣 If you're heading to Perugia for this year’s International Journalism Festival, don't miss this session with CCNow's very own @santiagosaez.bsky.social ⤵️

🚨 TODAY is the deadline to submit to the 2026 CCNow Journalism Awards 🏆️ 🆓 Free to enter ⏳ Due TODAY, March 31, by 11:59pm US ET 🌍 Climate journalism published in 2025, anywhere in the world, is eligible 🔗 Learn more and apply:

Climate journalists! Tomorrow is the last day to enter the 6th annual @coveringclimatenow.org awards! Get those submissions in. 🌪️🔥🌊🥵 coveringclimatenow.awardsplatform.com

“We have the ability, we have the knowledge, we have the understanding — that's what I mean by being in charge — and that means we have the responsibility to care," @katharinehayhoe.com tells @chasecain.bsky.social in a great extended interview:

The deadline is TOMORROW to enter work in the 2026 @coveringclimatenow.org Journalism Awards! Entries must be submitted by Tuesday, March 31, at 11:59pm US Eastern Time. Work published or broadcast anytime in 2025 is eligible, + there’s no fee to enter. coveringclimatenow.awardsplatform.com

The countdown clock has started! Submit your work now.

The US, the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases in history, has caused $10 trillion in GDP damages worldwide, due to the country’s contributions to climate change. By @olliemilman.bsky.social for @theguardian.com:

The latest State of the Global Climate report, released by @wmo-global.bsky.social, finds that solar energy is being trapped in Earth’s atmosphere at a greater rate than ever before. By @bberwyn.bsky.social for @insideclimatenews.org:

🏆 TUESDAY is the last day to enter the 2026 Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards! 🥇 🆓 It’s free to enter ⏳ Submit by Tuesday, March 31 at 11:59pm US ET 🌍 Work published in 2025, anywhere in the world, is eligible 🔗 Learn more and apply:

Really appreciated being included in this! Heat coverage is an ever-evolving thing these days.

The latest State of the Global Climate report, released by @wmo-global.bsky.social, finds that solar energy is being trapped in Earth’s atmosphere at a greater rate than ever before. By @bberwyn.bsky.social for @insideclimatenews.org:

The US, the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases in history, has caused $10 trillion in GDP damages worldwide, due to the country’s contributions to climate change. By @olliemilman.bsky.social for @theguardian.com:

Homeowners insurance is skyrocketing around the US, largely due to climate change–fueled extreme weather. Prices rose an average of 12% nationwide from 2024 to 2025, according to insurance price comparison firm Insurify. @Grist.org has the report:

Still time to register! We'll be talking about the heatwave shattering records around the country. Conversation begins at 12pm US Pacific Time!

Why aren’t more Christians demanding climate action? Only 31% of Evangelical Protestants have faith in the truth about climate change 👀 An enlightening conversation with @katharinehayhoe.com about the opportunity for Christians to “Care for Creation” youtu.be/9cHQTMUisA8?...

A new Netflix documentary called The Plastic Detox exposes plastic’s health harms but misses its climate connection: They're made from fossil fuels. Read more in this week's #ClimateBeat; plus, journalism job opportunities, resources to help you cover climate, and more:

📣Communicators and content creators in India: Join our workshop from May 14–16, 2026, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, to boost your renewable energy knowledge while sharpening your reporting and social media storytelling skills. Field trip and mentorship included: https://loom.ly/fH4ituU

Our latest Climate Shift Index alert is out from @climatecentral.org, summarizing the additional record heat this week: www.climatecentral.org/climate-shif... Join our press briefing later today with @coveringclimatenow.org for more: coveringclimatenow.org/event/press-...

The historic heatwave continues: 🌡️196 locations set or tied daily heat records today (March 25th). ♨️129 of those (66%) broke all-time March records—many resetting records they just set days ago. 🔴50.2M Americans experienced heat today made at least 3x more likely by our warming atmosphere.

Join our panel discussion tomorrow!

Stressed in recent years by climate change–fueled drought and government mismanagement, Iran’s water supplies are now facing another threat: war. @carbonbrief.org examines when Iran may hit “water day zero” and climate change’s role in the crisis:

Six days left! We can't wait to see your work.