Climate News Today — September 15, 2026

As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, a perfect storm of challenges is unfolding. The incoming 'super' El Niño event is expected to wreak havoc globally, with far-reaching consequences for communities and ecosystems already vulnerable to climate change. Meanwhile, in a concerning development, the US has taken steps to roll back key climate policies, including ending limits on coal and gas plant emissions and planning to repeal power plant rules, which will likely exacerbate the country's contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions.

The erosion of environmental goals is not limited to the US, as reports highlight the impact of the end of USAID on global environmental objectives. The loss of crucial climate policies and initiatives comes at a critical time, as the world needs urgent and collective action to mitigate the effects of climate change. With the threat of El Niño looming large, it is imperative that governments and policymakers prioritize climate resilience and sustainability, rather than undermining the progress made so far. Today's news underscores the need for continued advocacy and action to safeguard the planet and ensure a livable future for generations to come.

Today's signal:
• How the End of USAID Eroded Global Environmental Goals (insideclimatenews.org)
• The incoming ‘super’ El Niño will create chaos around the world. And we are far from ready for it | Bill McGuire (theguardian.com)
• Trump Doubles Down on Climate Denial With Plan to Repeal Power Plant Rules (insideclimatenews.org)
• US ends limits on coal and gas plant emissions, removing key tool to battle climate crisis (theguardian.com)
• Trump is about to topple the last pillar of Biden’s climate agenda (grist.org)
• Trump topples the last pillar of Biden’s climate agenda (grist.org)