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New Jersey Leaders Can Act Now to Cut Rising Energy Bills, New Analysis Finds

November 13, 2025 Press ReleaseNew Jersey

As New Jersey families and the country face skyrocketing electricity bills, a new analysis from Synapse Energy Economics finds that state leaders can take immediate action that could save the average New Jersey household $467 per year by 2030.

As COP30 Opens, the World Is Moving Forward Without the White House 

November 7, 2025 Press ReleaseInternational

World leaders are gathering for annual global talks (COP 30) to discuss the next phase of international cooperation to confront the climate crisis.

New Jersey DEP Approves NESE Pipeline Water Quality Certification

November 7, 2025 Press ReleaseNew Jersey, New York

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued its water quality certification and related permits for the proposed Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline.

New York State DEC Approves NESE Pipeline via Water Quality Permit

November 7, 2025 Press ReleaseNew York, New Jersey

The New York State DEC has issued a Section 401 Water Quality Certification under the federal Clean Water Act for the proposed pipeline.

Michigan Establishes New Rate for Large Energy Users Like Data Centers

November 6, 2025 Press ReleaseMichigan

The Michigan Public Service Commission announced a new tariff directed at new heavy energy users, such as data centers, in the Consumers Energy territory.

Illinois Passes Transit Funding and Reform in Veto Session

October 31, 2025 Press ReleaseIllinois

The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 2111 to modernize governance, avoid transit service cuts, and invest in the system and its users.

Illinois Passes Historic Energy Bill that Acts to Curb Surging Electricity Prices

October 30, 2025 Press ReleaseIllinois

The Illinois General Assembly passed the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act. 

Nonprofits, Homeowners, and Conservationists Sue FERC for Reissuing Vacated Gas Pipeline Certificate

October 30, 2025 Press ReleaseNew York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey

FERC’s unlawful resurrection of Transco’s zombie gas pipeline threatens communities.

NRDC Sues EPA for Unreasonable Delay in Addressing Toxic Pesticides in Food

October 29, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States

NRDC filed suit against the EPA for failing to respond to a petition requesting that the agency revoke all “food tolerances” for neurotoxic neonicotinoid pesticides.

Virginia Heat-Safety Standards Needed Amid Uncertainty of Federal Proposal

October 28, 2025 Press ReleaseVirginia

Work-related illnesses and injuries from extreme weather exposure are on the rise in Virginia.

Amid Shutdown, Trump Administration and Congress Move to Sell Off 1.56 Million Acres in the Arctic Refuge for Oil and Gas

October 23, 2025 Press ReleaseArctic

Expanded leasing on the refuge's coastal plain threatens Indigenous communities, wildlife, and taxpayers.

Rising Demand from Data Centers Driving Reliability, Cost Concerns

October 22, 2025 Press ReleaseIllinois, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey

Experts warn residents in PJM states could see forced blackouts and $163 billion in additional electricity capacity costs hitting power bills from 2028-2033.

NRDC Seeks Rehearing from NY Public Service Commission Order on Unnecessary, Costly NESE Pipeline

October 21, 2025 Press ReleaseNew York

NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) has petitioned the New York State Public Service Commission for a rehearing of its September order finding the Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) gas pipeline is “needed” for National Grid’s downstate system.

Governor Newsom Vetoes Bill Exempting Metal Shredders from Vital Hazardous Waste Protections

October 13, 2025 Press ReleaseCalifornia

DTSC must follow, lead, and act to protect frontline communities.

IUCN Members Pass Resolution Opposing Saguaro Mexico Pacific LNG and Other LNG in the Gulf of California

October 10, 2025 Press ReleaseInternational, Mexico

NRDC‑led measure signals broad international opposition and a clear message to project financiers.

DOE Slashes Crucial Grants for Manufacturing, Grid Upgrades

October 2, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States

The U.S. Department of Energy announced plans to cut $7.5 billion in grants yesterday, threatening projects that would support U.S. manufacturers, lower energy costs for Americans, and create hundreds of thousands of high-quality domestic jobs.

16 Million Americans Do Not Have Access to a Car

October 1, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States

A new analysis from NRDC finds that millions of Americans cannot rely upon a vehicle for their daily transportation needs.  

Groups Challenge the Trump Administration’s Illegal Emergency Order for Eddystone Plant in Court

September 29, 2025 Press ReleasePennsylvania

Public interest groups took two actions to protect consumers from illegal actions by the U.S. Department of Energy to stall the retirement of two units at the Eddystone Generating Station in Pennsylvania.

Coal Given a Free Pass and Free Cash 

September 29, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States

Trump administration to delay pollution rules while handing out public lands and tax dollars to struggling coal industry.

Countries Announce Climate Targets: “These Targets Are the Floor, Not the Ceiling”

September 24, 2025 Press ReleaseInternational

More than 50 countries announced their climate targets and carbon pollution reduction plans during the U.N. Climate Summit. The announced targets outline steps that countries will take to reduce climate pollution by 2035.