Energy and Environment: U.S. greenhouse gas emissions spiked in 2018 — and it couldn’t happen at a worse time

Fiat Chrysler agrees to potential $800 million settlement over emissions cheating charges; Oil drillers, nature lovers get access to public lands despite shutdown

With Chris Mooney

Luke Sharrett / Bloomberg U.S. greenhouse gas emissions spiked in 2018 — and it couldn't happen at a worse time The nation is now far off course from what the Obama administration promised under the Paris agreement, leaving a big gap for the rest of the world to make up. By Chris Mooney and Brady Dennis · Read more Fiat Chrysler agrees to potential $800 million settlement over emissions cheating charges U.S. officials had accused the company of installing software that enables certain diesel trucks to emit far more pollutants than emissions laws allow. By Brady Dennis and Juliet Eilperin · Read more   Oil drillers, nature lovers get access to public lands despite shutdown These are among the Trump administration's top priorities at the Interior Department, but activists warn pursuing them during the shutdown is risky. By Juliet Eilperin and Dino Grandoni · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Smokey Bear made it to the Rose Parade during the shutdown, but now all trips are off On New Year's Day, Smokey Bear and U.S. Forest Service chief Vicki Christiansen journeyed to the Rose Parade despite the government shutdown. By Juliet Eilperin and Lisa Rein · Read more   EPA moves to ban toxic paint-stripper chemical for some — but not all — uses The agency has proposed banning the use of a toxic chemical in paint strippers when it comes to consumers — but not when it comes to its commercial use. By Juliet Eilperin and Brady Dennis · Read more   Court orders EPA to release Andrew Wheeler's contacts with outside groups within 10 months Activists hope the correspondence involving Wheeler and other officials will clarify how industry interests may be influencing their policy. By Dino Grandoni · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Park Service takes 'extraordinary step' of dipping into entrance fees to bolster operations at popular sites Critics say the unprecedented move, which comes as trash and other problems mount, could be illegal. By Juliet Eilperin · Read more   Three dead in national park system accidents as shutdown wears on As the government shutdown continues, the risks to visitors and resources at national parks persist. By Darryl Fears and Juliet Eilperin · Read more   Recommended for you Get the To Your Health newsletter News to help you live a more healthful life, from the latest research to new health guidelines, delivered every Friday. Sign Up

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