Climate Change News Digest for December 10, 2025

This digest provides a selection of recent news articles relating to climate change and other environmental issues. Click on the title to read the full article from its original source.

Sustainability the second-fastest growing sector globally

Businesses aimed at reducing emissions and adapting to climate change impacts are the second-fastest growing sector of the global economy after tech.

By Tim McDonnell (Semafor)

Environmental Groups Demand a Nationwide Freeze on Data Center Construction

In a letter to Congress, the groups said data center development raises concerns about rising energy costs, water use and climate impacts. Many communities are fighting back.

By Lauren Dalban (Inside Climate News)

EV sales are way down. Here’s why that might not be a big deal.

Analysts say electric vehicle adoption in the United States will continue to grow — but maybe not at the same pace as before.

By Tik Root (Grist)

Homeowners Sue Oil Companies as Climate Damage Drives up Insurance Rates

The class-action lawsuit is the first of its kind to target Big Oil over rising home insurance costs.

By Dana Drugmand (Inside Climate News)

Trump Returns to Gasoline as Fuel of Choice for Cars, Gutting Biden’s Climate Policy

The president said he would weaken Biden-era mileage standards, which were designed to increase electric-vehicle sales, calling them a “scam.”

By Lisa FriedmanMaxine Joselow and Jack Ewing (New York Times)

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