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Pebble Mine 2023: Tribes Win Veto, State Hail Marys SCOTUS

Expert BlogUnited States, AlaskaJoel Reynolds
Pebble Mine: Year in Review. After EPA issues rare veto of massive Bristol Bay mine, Dunleavy Administration throws lifeline to Canadian owner, lodging dubious claims in U.S. Supreme Court.

Driving Ambition, Action, and Equity at COP28: Part 1

Expert BlogWashington, D.C.Jake Schmidt, Brendan Guy, Joe Thwaites, Jennifer Skene
World leaders in Dubai sent a clear signal: the end of the fossil fuel era has begun, and the world is rapidly transitioning to a clean energy economy. This helps put the world on a firmer pathway in this decisive…

Delivering an Affordable, Zero-Polluting Transportation Future

Expert BlogUnited StatesDr. Simon Mui
In 2023, eight states adopted clean vehicle standards and companies invested record amounts in EVs and battery factories. The Biden administration can build on this progress with strong clean car and truck standards in 2024.

White House Ocean Justice Strategy

Expert BlogUnited StatesValerie Cleland
During COP28, the White House released a strategy to guide federal agencies towards incorporating justice and equity in ocean use and conservation.

Offshore Wind’s Bright Future

Expert BlogUnited StatesJeff Slyfield
Why recent industry woes do not tell the full story of offshore wind power in the United States.

Towards A Cleaner, Better Power Sector 

Expert BlogUnited StatesDavid Doniger, Olivia Keck

After the hottest year on record, curbing power plant carbon pollution is more urgent than ever. Fortunately, we can get there from here.

Year in Review for DOE Clean Energy Innovation and Perspectives for 2024

Expert BlogWashington, D.C.Sangina Wright
Clean energy innovation remains an essential pillar of the clean energy transition. In 2023, we witnessed numerous exciting developments out of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)—all while partisan fighting in Congress threatened to derail the ability of DOE to…

Colorado Climate Progress: 2023 Year in Review

Expert BlogColoradoAlana Miller

This past year saw continued climate action, with important policies that will reduce carbon emissions and air pollution while improving quality of life.