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EPA Greenlights More Toxic Tailpipe Pollution

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.
The Environmental Protection Agency proposed delaying new standards that would limit toxic tailpipe pollution that cause soot and smog.
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The Cost of the United States’ Dependence on Oil

Ed Board MemoUnited StatesAlexandra Adams
The country's entire economy is more vulnerable to oil price and supply shocks. In a global market, that means there’s one solution: Reduce dependence on oil.

Trump Administration Repeals Landmark Public Lands Rule

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.
The Department of the Interior repealed the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule, eliminating the regulatory requirement that conservation be weighed alongside mining, drilling, timber, and grazing across 245 million acres of public lands.

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With Spanberger’s Signature, Virginia Finalizes Return to RGGI

Press ReleaseRichmond (Virginia)
After three years in limbo, the Commonwealth has re-secured its place in the multi-state electricity cap-and-invest system known as RGGI, with Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s signature on House Bill 397/Senate Bill 802

NY State Sets “Clear Path” for RGGI and Climate Action

ReactionNew York, New York City, New Jersey
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced late yesterday proposed regulations that would strengthen the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) in New York to help reach power sector climate-pollution reduction targets.  

Governor Newsom Signs Climate Action Bills into Law

Press ReleaseCalifornia
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a suite of climate action bills into law today, continuing California’s climate leadership by reauthorizing and updating the cap-and-invest program through 2045.

How Western States Can Save the Colorado River

Press ReleaseLos Angeles
A new report from the UCLA Institute of Environment & Sustainability and NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) demonstrates the importance of wastewater recycling for the mitigation of the outsized and much-litigated water demands placed on Colorado River. Recycling treated wastewater…

Vought Would Bring Chaos and Cruelty to OMB

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States
The Senate is set to vote on whether to confirm Russell Vought, the chief architect of Project 2025, to lead the White House Office of Management and Budget.

DOT is Putting Transportation on the Right Track 

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.
WASHINGTON – The Department of Transportation released a key rule last week that will require states to measure greenhouse gas pollution from highway systems and set targets to lower those emissions.

Biden Administration Signs Off On Low-Carbon Materials for 150 Federal Projects

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.
WASHINGTON — Today the General Services Administration (GSA) announced $2 billion in investments for clean materials in federal construction projects. This initiative advances commitments made a year ago to accelerate Buy Clean efforts within the GSA and Department of Transportation…

Report: California Legislation Can Cut Carbon From Building Materials

Press ReleaseSan Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO – The carbon emissions associated with materials used in the built environment, referred to as “embodied carbon,” are estimated to contribute up to 11% of all global energy-related carbon emissions.1 According to a new report from sustainable development…

Groups Welcome New Denver Mayor

Press ReleaseDenver
Environmental, racial justice and health organizations today welcomed the upcoming inauguration of Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and urge him to work with City Council and regional experts to build on the city’s environmental successes with bold action addressing climate change…

New York City Votes to “Skip the Stuff” in Take-Out Orders

Press ReleaseNew York City
The New York City Council voted (43-7) today in favor of the “Skip the Stuff” bill (Intro 0559), which would prohibit takeout and delivery services from providing plastic utensils, condiments, or napkins unless explicitly requested by the customer. The bill’s…

California PUC Finalizes Solar Net Metering Decision

Press ReleaseCalifornia
The California Public Utilities Commission issued its final decision for Net Billing Tariff today, which establishes the state’s approach to solar rooftop and storage incentives and rates for the next five years.

New York City Council Holds Hearing on “Skip the Stuff” Legislation

Press ReleaseNew York City
Today, the New York City Council Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection held a public hearing on the proposed “Skip The Stuff” bill (Intro 0559), which would prohibit takeout and delivery services from providing plastic utensils, condiments, or napkins unless…