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Unlocking the Grid

Fact SheetVirginia, IllinoisDr. Yamit Lavi, Dana Ammann, Claire Lang-Ree

Addressing transmission network upgrades can increase clean energy supply in Illinois and Virginia.

Responsible Data Center Development

Fact SheetUnited States

State and local decision-makers can play a key role in ensuring that the rapid expansion of data center development reflects local priorities and community needs. 

eNGO Exhibits Index 1.23.26 (PDF)

Comments
These comments on the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Draft Proposed Program were submitted on behalf of the Natural Resources Defense Council, Earthjustice, Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife, Environmental Defense Center, and the other...

The EPA’s Endangerment Finding

Fact SheetUnited StatesDavid Doniger

The Trump administration is rejecting the legal and scientific basis for cutting climate-changing pollution.

Microplastics Are a Growing Threat

Fact SheetUnited StatesDr. Katie Pelch, Renée Sharp, Shannon Goff

10 ways to reduce your (and your family's) exposure to microplastics.

The Story of India's First Statewide Cool Roof Policy Fact Sheet (PDF)

Fact Sheet
This fact sheet provides an overview on the Indian state of Telangana's groundbreaking cool roof policy that was launched in 2023. This government policy helps people cope with indoor extreme heat risks, lower household energy burdens from air conditioning, and...

BOEM Call for Information - Comments (PDF)

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A coalition of environmental non-governmental organizations , including NRDC, commented on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) request for information and nominations for areas to consider for offshore oil and gas leasing in the Gulf of Mexico under the...

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s Proposed Regulations - Comments (PDF)

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A coalition of environmental non-governmental organizations , including NRDC, commented on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s proposed regulations, which would increase requirements for companies to pay supplemental financial assurances to cover the costs of decommissioning offshore oil and gas...

Offshore Drilling: Putting the Nation’s Coastline at Risk

Fact SheetUnited States, East, WestJacob Eisenberg, Alexandra Adams
We must protect our coasts and push for clean, renewable and efficient energy that will protect our lifegiving oceans, the communities that rely on them, and our climate by helping us transition off oil.

Offshore Oil Revenue: A Bad Deal for Virginia

Fact SheetUnited States, VirginiaJacob Eisenberg
Offshore oil and gas drilling is an inherently dirty, dangerous business that can cause oil spills along with air and water pollution—all of which would threaten the $2.7 billion generated annually in the state by industries that rely on clean…