Environmental Impact - The Trump administration's threats to science, especially climate science, will have significant consequences for the planet's future [1] - The report highlights the difficult choices ahead in a warming world [1]

Regulatory Changes & Policy Impact - EPA is planning to repeal the 2009 endangerment finding, which declared greenhouse gases a threat to public health, reversing climate change policy [1] - The 2009 declaration has served as the basis for climate regulations, such as limiting emissions from cars and power plants [1] - The EPA administration is calling the rollback the largest deregulatory action in US history [2] - The Supreme Court directed the EPA to determine if greenhouse gases are harmful to human health, leading to the endangerment finding [4] - The endangerment finding was codified into law, requiring the EPA to regulate greenhouse gas emissions [5] - Repealing the endangerment finding removes the underlying reason to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants [14] Health & Environmental Concerns - Increased ER visits are observed due to coughing from wildfire smoke exposure and prolonged traffic exposure [7] - Deaths from extreme heat have reached unprecedented levels, and air pollution is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide [8] - Without regulations, gas-emitting vehicles will no longer be held to emission standards, negatively impacting human health [9] - Removing greenhouse gas regulations will accelerate the impact of climate change [10] Vehicle Emission Standards - Newer generations of combustion engine vehicles are subject to health standards due to greenhouse gases being historically viewed as harmful [12] - Without limits, car makers may face increased costs to adhere to new emissions standards, but there are downstream benefits for the planet and health [12][13]

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Climate Change Activism - Jane Fonda's passion for climate change was ignited by a feeling of inadequacy in her efforts [1] - Actress and activist Jane Fonda discusses her climate change activism [1]

Price Increases - Lettuce prices jumped 300% [1] - Spanish olive oil prices rose 15% [1] - US vegetable prices increased 80% [1] Climate Change Impact - A study links the price spikes to climate change [1]

Environmental Impact & Conservation - Sea turtles play a vital role in maintaining healthy seagrass beds and coral reefs within the ocean ecosystem [2] - Coastal development, including infrastructure like hotels and houses near beaches, disturbs sea turtle nesting processes [3] - Climate change, exemplified by the construction of sea walls, can impede turtles from reaching nesting beaches [4] - Pollution, specifically plastic mistaken for jellyfish and chemical runoff, poses a significant threat to sea turtles [5] - A disease causing tumors impacts sea turtles' ability to swim, see, and eat, affecting populations globally [5] - Conservation efforts, such as protecting nests, reducing plastic usage, and supporting conservation groups, are crucial for sea turtle survival [6] Population Trends & Challenges - Sea turtle populations are declining rapidly due to pollution, poaching, coastal development, and climate change [6] - Data collection on sea turtle populations was limited between 2020 and 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic [3] - Sea turtles require specific nesting environments: soft sandy beaches, warm temperatures, low light, and clean surroundings [4] - Despite challenges, Pinang remains an important nesting site for sea turtles, highlighting the need for continued conservation efforts [2][6]

Green Technology Innovation - Hostility towards climate change may drive green technology innovation by forcing a rethink of wasteful subsidies [1] - Government efforts may refocus on the most promising technologies to scale [1]

Climate Change Impact - Climate change is causing floods to become more deadly and costly [1] - Communities at risk are facing difficult economic choices due to climate change [1] Expert Perspectives - Rick Spinrad (former NOAA head), Joshua Saks (Climate Center), Zhirji28, and Kara Carlson are discussing the issue [1]

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Climate Change & Extreme Weather - New science is addressing the complex relationship between global warming and extreme rainfall [1] - The report explores whether climate change is exacerbating floods [1]