Fracking has not had big effect on water supply, EPA says while noting risks. New York Times
California Senate passes climate package aiming for 50% renewable power, halving petroleum use. ClimateWire
Drought takes $2.7 billion toll on California agriculture. Climate Central
Appeals court sides with EPA on air pollution limits. Associated Press
In quake-prone Nepal, why solar power is an energy solution. Christian Science Monitor
The 10 billion tons of coal that could erase Obama’s progress on climate change. Motherboard
Heatwave continues in many parts of India, toll rises to 2,005. Times of India
Has the last human trekked to the North Pole? National Geographic News
Inside the war on coal. Politico
California accepts drought water deal with Delta farmers. Sacramento Bee
California’s largest lake is slipping away amid an epic drought. Washington Post
Obama recasts climate change as a peril with far-reaching effects. New York Times