Expert Blogs

A new appeal aims to block an industrial-scale wood pellet plant poised to harm air quality, forests, and wildlife.

The state legislature leads the way with new health and environmental bills.

SB26-065, the SEED Act, would reduce the number one source of neonic pesticide pollution in the state by eliminating unnecessary seed coatings.

It’s time to modernize the antiquated water pricing system and create one that factors in resilience, capital improvements, and efficiency.

Approving the 11 proposals to strengthen California’s MPA network will help fight biodiversity loss and build resilience. 

Eliminating unnecessary uses of toxic insecticides is the next step.

Tribal Nations protect and manage millions of acres of wetlands, which help improve water quality, curb the risk of floods, recharge groundwater, and store large amounts of carbon.

This International Day of Forests, we can celebrate the increasingly widespread recognition that the biomass industry is a bad bet for our forests and our communities. 

Nearly 50,000 people, elected officials, and over 185 organizations call on California to reject GSNR's wood pellet production and export project.

Golden State Natural Resources’ draft environmental impact report spells danger for forests, climate, and communities.

California could become the first state to regulate pesticide-treated seeds, a massive and largely unchecked source of widespread pesticide pollution. 

Californians can look forward to new environmental laws.

Drax has joined forces with GSNR to bring its forest-destroying practices to California. After signing an MOU in February 2024, it is transparent that GSNR’s aims are solely profit-driven.

As state agencies begin their evaluation of the 20 petitions proposing changes to California's MPA network, it is crucial to strive for ambitious ocean conservation actions.

This legislative session, Colorado once again solidified its place as a climate leader by taking on new and innovative approaches to reduce emissions and protect the environment.

NRDC provides key recommendations that the U.S. Department of Energy should consider as it updates the studies it uses to review LNG export applications.

Offshore wind is a crucial part of California’s transition to a clean energy future, bringing significant benefits like cleaner air and economic opportunities.

To protect endangered whales and sea turtles from entanglements in California, several regulatory improvements are necessary.

Colorado urgently needs to step up to safeguard our wetlands and streams left vulnerable by the Sackett decision.