The 2021 report of the Lancet Countdown on health and climate change: code red for a healthy future

Hailing an Uber or a Lyft ride? You’ll still face elevated prices due to a shortage of drivers—the latest example of how a tight labor market is costing consumers more while also raising pay for workers.
The case, brought by Republican-led states and coal companies, could frustrate the Biden administration’s efforts to address climate change.
President Biden gains support for $555 billion climate package in the reconciliation bill. While two elements were dropped — methane fees and utility targets opposed by Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Vir.) — but an array of tax credits will help buyers of solar panels, electric vehicles and bulding improvements.