Climate News Today — September 16, 2026
Airlines should pay for CO2 removal if Heathrow expands, say climate advisers and more — today's climate signal.
As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, discussions around accountability and responsibility for greenhouse gas emissions continue to take center stage. In the UK, climate advisers are calling for airlines to pay for CO2 removal if the proposed expansion of Heathrow Airport is given the green light, highlighting the need for the aviation industry to take concrete steps towards reducing its carbon footprint. Meanwhile, in the US, Congressional Republicans are pushing legislation that would shield fossil fuel companies from climate lawsuits, a move that could have far-reaching implications for efforts to hold polluters accountable for their role in the climate crisis.
These developments underscore the complexities and challenges of addressing the climate crisis, from reining in emissions-intensive industries to navigating the politics of climate action. As the stakes continue to rise, it's clear that finding effective solutions will require a multifaceted approach that involves not only reducing emissions but also adapting to the impacts of climate change. Today's headlines also highlight the importance of education and awareness, with a list of 12 climate books recommended for back-to-school season, and a look at how climate change is altering the risks posed by hurricanes, with 10 ways that these changes may come to bite communities in the years ahead.
Today's signal:
• Airlines should pay for CO2 removal if Heathrow expands, say climate advisers (theguardian.com)
• Congressional Republicans Aim to Shield Fossil Fuel Companies From Climate Lawsuits (insideclimatenews.org)
• 12 climate books for back-to-school season (yaleclimateconnections.org)
• 10 ways climate-change-altered hurricanes may come to bite us (yaleclimateconnections.org)