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What the Latest SCOTUS Decisions Mean for Our Climate

ExplainerUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall
Some recent climate wins have emerged from the Supreme Court’s interventions. But a wave of consequential rulings for the EPA and other federal regulators will continue to challenge environmental progress.
An aerial view of the top of a Rice's whale swimming in ocean waters

America’s Newly Discovered Whale Is Already in Trouble

ExplainerLouisianaJason Bittel
Described officially for the first time in 2021, Rice’s whale has the distinction of being one of the most endangered whales on the planet.
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What to Expect in the EPA’s New Lead in Tap Water Rule

Expert BlogUnited StatesErik D. Olson
The EPA will soon issue a major new rule to control lead in tap water. We expect it will finally take a big step toward addressing this public health scourge.

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Priorities for Success at the Biodiversity COP

Expert BlogInternationalYamide Dagnet, Andrew Wetzler

The world has a strategic plan to reverse global biodiversity loss. We must follow through by working with each other to address the critical issues and build a new relationship with nature. 

What the Latest SCOTUS Decisions Mean for Our Climate

ExplainerUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall

Some recent climate wins have emerged from the Supreme Court’s interventions. But a wave of consequential rulings for the EPA and other federal regulators will continue to challenge environmental progress.

Powering Up New Jersey

Expert BlogNew JerseyMax Baumhefner, John Bailey

By modernizing its aging electrical grid, New Jersey can ensure electricity is affordable, reliable, and clean for generations to come