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NRDC uses science, policy, law, and people power to confront the climate crisis, protect public health, and safeguard nature. Get updates on our issues.

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Climate Change

The power to reverse this crisis lies with us.
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Equity & Justice

The environmental movement must seek justice.
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Human Health

Health is at the forefront of our fight for a sustainable, equitable world.
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Nature & Wildlife

In order for people to thrive, nature must too.
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At Global Climate Talks, Stakes Are High but So Is Opportunity

If You Care About Climate Change, Then You Care About the Farm Bill

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What Is the Justice40 Initiative?

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Climate Adaptation 101

Fossil Fuel Profits Skyrocket as World Leaders Set to Gather at COP28

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Even One More Oil and Gas Lease Sale in the Gulf of Mexico Is Too Many

Electric vs. Gas Cars: Is It Cheaper to Drive an EV?

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What to Look for in a New Lead and Copper Rule

The State of the Union Is Hot, Stormy, and Unprepared

National Climate Assessment: Flooding and Sea Level Rise

Why the Willow Project Is a Bad Idea

Building a Better Future

Help us ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities.

Community Highlights

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When You Poison Our Lands, You Poison Us

Learn More about When You Poison Our Lands, You Poison Us
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After 43 Years, My Parents Finally Have Lead-Free Water

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Looking for Climate Connections (and Berries) Through Traditional Indigenous Knowledge

After Decades, Tenants Are Still Fighting NYC Public Housing for Speedy Mold Relief

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Petition

Tell the EPA to finalize strong standards for safe drinking water!

There is no safe level of lead. Yet up to 22 million people in this country are drinking from taps poisoned with lead. We must replace lead pipes—quickly.
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Stand with Standing Rock and demand a fair environmental review of the Dakota Access Pipeline!

The Dakota Access Pipeline could be responsible for unleashing more than 120 million metric tons worth of greenhouse gasses each year it operates.
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A Legacy of Impact

For more than 50 years, NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) has been shaping critical environmental policies around the world, ensuring those policies are upheld and holding polluters accountable.

$369b

U.S. federal investment in energy, climate, and justice

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Deaths avoided annually since implementing the heat action plan in Ahmedabad, India

$97m

Legal settlement to examine and replace the water lines in Flint, Michigan

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Gallons of gasoline saved since 1975, thanks to federal clean transportation rules