The week in climate

'Forever chemicals,' the home insurance crisis and imitation meat's makeover.

All Newsletters Read online For subscribers January 19, 2025 The Sunday edition of the Climate Forward newsletter highlights some of our best climate reporting from the week and is open to all readers. We hope you enjoy it. The New York Times More Americans Than Ever Are Living in Wildfire Areas. L.A. Is No Exception. → Michael A. McCoy for The New York Times Trump Targeted Scientists in His First Term. This Time, They're Prepared. → Jordan Vonderhaar for The New York Times In a First, the E.P.A. Warns of 'Forever Chemicals' in Sludge Fertilizer → Scott Olson/Getty Images Yes, Imitation Meat Is Processed. Can It Also Be Healthy? → Bryan Anselm for The New York Times To Be From L.A. Is to Know Its Twin Temptations, Beauty and Danger → Philip Cheung for The New York Times California's Insurance System Faces Crucial Test as Losses Mount → The New York Times More Americans, Risking Ruin, Drop Their Home Insurance → CLIMATE FORWARD Times subscribers on the list also received these editions of the newsletter. What to Know About 'Forever Chemicals' in Sludge Fertilizer How to understand the E.P.A.'s new warning about PFAS levels in sewage sludge. By Hiroko Tabuchi How Do You Convince Consumers to Eat Plant-Based Meat? The imitation meat industry is facing an identity crisis, and the challenge of convincing American consumers to make more planet-friendly choices. By Cara Buckley Thanks for reading. You can reach us at climateforward@nytimes.com. We read every message, and reply to many! Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Climate Forward from The New York Times. To stop receiving Climate Forward, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Explore more subscriber-only newsletters.Get The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018