Arctic

"An Insure Our Future welcomed the step but also said that "Lloyd's 2030 deadline is not justified by climate science and the urgent need for action."

While welcoming the win, activists vowed to continue fighting against destructive oil and gas extraction in the region.

"Now that every major American bank has stated unequivocally that they will not finance this destructive activity, it should be clearer than ever that any oil company considering participating in Trump's ill-advised lease sale should stay away."

"It no longer makes business sense for banks to back polluting projects, and those that plan for a low-carbon future will prosper in the economies of tomorrow."

"Meanwhile many people in high places are still in denial about the reality of climate change. How much proof do we need?" 

"Climate warming is awakening the 'sleeping giants' of the carbon cycle," warned one researcher.

This is the first time in recorded history that the Laptev Sea has not yet started freezing this late into October.

The effort represented such "mindless idiocy" for many that 350.org ran a "help us out with this caption" contest in response.

"We are headed towards a seasonally ice-free Arctic Ocean, and this year is another nail in the coffin."