Climate Change News Digest for February 11, 2026

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.

Researchers to explore viability of agriculture, solar power generation together in Michigan

Michigan State University researchers and MSU Extension educators are evaluating the potential of agrivoltaics, which combines agricultural operations with solar energy production.

By Cameron Rudolph (MSU AgBioResearch)

Olympic town warms up amid climate change threat to Winter Games

The International Olympic Committee could move up the start date for future Winter Games to January from February because of rising temperatures.

By The Associated Press

Detroit 2030 District’s annual kickoff party promises a greener future

The Party will unite building professionals, sustainability advocates, and community leaders to champion strategies that cut carbon emissions in Detroit’s built environment.

By Ashley Woods Branch (Planet Detroit)

What over a century of ice data can tell us about the Great Lakes’ future

This new data record would deepen understanding of how climate change has impacted the region over time and clarify effects on declining iconic species such as lake whitefish.

By Vivian La (Grist)

Trump Allies Near ‘Total Victory’ in Wiping Out U.S. Climate Regulation

A small group of conservative activists has worked for 16 years to stop all government efforts to fight climate change. Their efforts seem poised to pay off.

By Lisa Friedman and Maxine Joselow (New York Times)

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