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In Planning for Climate Change, Native Americans Draw on the Past

March 11, 2024 ExplainerUnited States, CanadaTim Vanderpool

Across North America, Indigenous tribes and nations are consulting their traditional ecological knowledge to help prepare for a warming world.

Campaign Pushes Local Food & Safe Products at Dollar General

July 17, 2023 Expert BlogAlbuquerque, New MexicoSara Imperiale, Margaret Brown

A delegation from the Campaign for Healthier Solutions attended the 2023 Dollar General shareholder meeting in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. As shareholders, we urged the corporation to phase out toxic chemicals from its consumer products and move forward with sourcing nutritious, locally…

A Climate Strategy for India Scales Up

May 22, 2023 NRDC in ActionIndiaJeff Turrentine

With the formation of its affiliate in New Delhi, NRDC rises to meet the sustainability challenges of the world's fastest-growing economy.

More States Adopt Building Energy Codes in India

April 10, 2023 Expert BlogIndiaPrima Madan

In a boost for energy efficient buildings, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan adopted the Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) 2017 last month. Building energy codes are effective tools to ensure energy efficiency in the construction and operation of buildings.

Telangana Announces a Groundbreaking Cool Roof Policy

April 3, 2023 Expert BlogIndiaPrima Madan, Dr. Vijay Limaye, Sameer Kwatra, Dr. David B. Goldstein

A new state policy protects people from extreme heat and delivers substantial energy savings

Cover Crops for Every Climate

February 17, 2023 Expert BlogWest, Midwest, East, Maine, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Idaho, New Mexico, TexasLara Bryant, Dr. Daniel Rath

Cover crops are adaptable, valuable, and effective enough that farmers can benefit from them in every region of the United States—even cold or dry areas.

Cool Roofs Can Help Offset Rising Energy Demand in India

August 8, 2022 Expert BlogIndiaPrima Madan, Dr. Kim Knowlton, Dr. Vijay Limaye

Reflective roofs can help Indian cities adapt to a hotter world.

New Report: Pathways to Net-Zero for New Mexico’s Economy

January 24, 2022 Expert BlogNew MexicoJacqueline Ennis, Noah Long

Achieving the state’s near and long-term climate goals will depend on New Mexico’s leaders undertaking ambitious and timely action in the upcoming legislative session.

For Thousands of Years, Indigenous Tribes Have Been Planting for the Future

November 30, 2021 DispatchIowa, Canada, Pennsylvania, OklahomaSusan Cosier

With yields of biodiversity and a more climate-resilient food supply, a movement is sprouting in BIPOC communities across North America to save heirloom seeds and preserve culture.

When Extreme Heat Hits India’s Slums, These Women Cool Things Down—and Save Lives

November 16, 2021 DispatchIndiaNicole Greenfield

Whether facing heat waves, water scarcity, or COVID-19, women-led networks in Ahmedabad are working together to keep their families and neighbors safe.

Opportunities to Strengthen AC Efficiency Labels in India

March 30, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra

In a rapidly warming world, climate friendly air conditioner are vital to providing essential cooling, while keeping greenhouse gas emissions and energy use low. However, a large number of ACs and refrigerators sold in the Indian market may not be…

Efficient Appliances Key to Sustainable Cooling in India

November 11, 2020 Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra

Given India’s goals to significantly reduce the energy required for cooling, effective implementation of policy mechanisms such as efficiency standards and labels is essential.

Plans for Expanding Clean Energy in India’s Villages

October 29, 2020 Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra

With pilots starting this month, Hariyali Green Village Plans, developed by NRDC and partner, the Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA), aim to demonstrate a model to transform village energy use in India by making clean energy available and affordable while improving…

Green India Beyond COVID-19: Insight from Gina McCarthy

October 27, 2020 Expert BlogIndiaAnjali Jaiswal

NRDC President Gina McCarthy discusses climate action with business leaders as part of the Economic Times Leadership Forum.

Albuquerque Partners with Jicarilla Apache Nation Solar Farm

October 21, 2020 Expert BlogNew Mexico, AlbuquerqueEloisa Portillo-Morales

Known for its beautiful lakes, majestic landscapes, and abundant wildlife, the Jicarilla Apache Nation reservation in northwestern New Mexico will soon become known for another impressive environmental feature: a 400-acre solar farm.

In Searing Heat, Efficient and Lifesaving Cooling Is Vital

October 12, 2020 Expert BlogIndiaDr. Kim Knowlton, Anjali Jaiswal, Dr. Vijay Limaye

Novel research at the intersection of climate and health in India

Toxic “Forever Chemicals” Came Between This Farmer, His Cows, and the Air Force

February 19, 2020 DispatchNew MexicoTim Vanderpool

The PFAS-laden firefighting foam used in training exercises at military bases easily slips into groundwater supplies, tainting everything around it.

How Long Does It Take to Get a FEMA Buyout for a Flooded Home?

September 12, 2019 ExplainerUnited States, KentuckyKeith Mulvihill

Millions of people in America could be displaced by rising sea levels and repeated flooding. Yet, as Kentucky resident Olga McKissic learned, it can take years to get the help needed to move to higher ground.

From Farms to Dollar Stores, One Woman’s Fight for Justice

August 23, 2019 DispatchAlbuquerque, New MexicoNicole Greenfield

In her long history as a community organizer and environmental justice activist, Helga Garza has advocated for clean water and nontoxic toys. Her current mission: making fresh, local produce accessible.

As Temperatures Soar in India, One City’s Efforts Are Saving Lives

July 23, 2019 NRDC in ActionAhmedabad, Hyderabad, New Delhi, IndiaNicole Greenfield

The western city of Ahmedabad is preparing residents to cope with the longer and more intense heat waves sweeping across South Asia—and inspiring other Indian cities and states to follow suit.