EPA Blocks Pebble Mine with Rare Veto. What Happens Next?
Following EPA’s grant of Bristol Bay Tribes’ petitions for veto of destructive mining scheme in Bristol Bay headwaters, underfunded Canadian project owner c...
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Epic Victory for Bristol Bay: EPA Kills Pebble Mine
EPA just blocked the Pebble Mine--a massive gold and copper mine proposed at the headwaters of the world's greatest wild salmon fishery in Bristol Bay, Alaska. ...
Saying Goodbye to Ken Balcomb, Whale Scientist and Defender
Renowned field scientist created extensive data base to identify and track whale species, advocated over decades for their protection from U.S. Navy and other...
North Carolina’s First Carbon Plan is a Dud—What Now?
The North Carolina Utilities Commission tries to make a decision without making any decisions in its new North Carolina Carbon Plan....
White House to Announce Crucial Lead in Water Principles
The White House unveils its new Principles to reduce lead in drinking water today. They focus on helping those communities that need the help most. Let's get th...
How States Can Help Implement the Justice40 Initiative
As we recognize Justice40’s 2-year anniversary and look to future, we must ensure that communities in all 50+ states and territories can realize the benefits ...