News & Commentary

The High Price of Diesel Pollution

October 1, 2026 ExplainerUnited StatesSusan Cosier

As the Trump administration weakens tailpipe emissions standards and puts the brakes on electric trucks, Americans pay the price with their health and their wallets.

How EPA Rollbacks Will Cost Us—in Dollars and Lives

September 18, 2026 ExplainerUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall

Gutting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is just as damaging to our economy as it is to our climate and health.

How Hot Is Too Hot?

September 17, 2026 ExplainerUnited States, InternationalMelissa Mahony

As extreme heat becomes more commonplace, so must climate adaptation measures. 

What It’ll Take to Save Cities like New Orleans from Climate Disaster

July 1, 2026 ExplainerNew Orleans, United StatesMolly Bergen

These insights from around the globe hold lessons in planning a just relocation.

When Energy Security Is a Casualty of War

April 28, 2026 ExplainerInternationalJeffrey Michaels

The U.S. war with Iran makes one thing perfectly clear: Depending on fossil fuels is neither safe nor smart.

Experts Predict EV Sales Will Keep Rising Despite Setbacks

April 27, 2026 Latest NewsUnited StatesSusan Cosier

At a time of skyrocketing gas prices, more affordable EV models (both new and used) and sustained customer satisfaction continue to appeal to drivers looking to go electric.

Testimonies from a Warming World

February 13, 2026 PerspectivesUnited StatesJenny Shalant

Three climate activists state plainly what is at stake as the EPA tries to walk away from its responsibility to protect us from climate pollution.

How the Trump Administration Bakes Climate Denial into U.S. Policy

February 13, 2026 ExplainerUnited StatesMolly Bergen

Denying science no longer works, so the federal government is pretending the climate crisis doesn’t exist at all. 

To Speed Up Climate Progress, Support for Developing Countries Is Key

January 28, 2026 ExplainerInternationalCourtney Lindwall, Shelia Hu

Here’s why follow-through on a $100 billion–per–year climate finance promise, from collecting data to determining success, remains complex but critical.

Yes, Climate Wins Are Still Happening! Let’s Keep It Up in 2026.

December 22, 2025 NRDC in ActionUnited States, InternationalShelia Hu

Despite the science denialism of federal leaders, on the ground, we’ve continued to make strides for cleaner air, threatened wildlife and wildlands, and community resilience.

1.5 Degrees of Global Warming—Are We There Yet?

December 5, 2025 ExplainerUnited States, InternationalMolly Bergen

Here’s where the world stands in its fight against climate change. The end goal remains the same. 

Climate Change Is Flooding Vermont—Who Should Pay for It?

December 2, 2025 DispatchVermontBill Donahue

In mountain valleys and riverside villages, residents bail out their homes and businesses—and hope that fossil fuel companies can help cover the costs.

It’s Time to Fix Our Water-Logged National Flood Insurance Program

October 28, 2025 ExplainerUnited StatesBrian Palmer, Jeff Turrentine

The NFIP has made strides in reducing risk and promoting equity. But it’s still in hot water.

In Rural India, Women Take Charge of Renewable Power

October 23, 2025 NRDC in ActionIndiaShelia Hu

NRDC’s Hariyali Gram “Green Village” initiative brings clean energy, climate resilience, and gender equity to the country’s frontline populations. 

Introducing Polluters Pay Laws—a New Tool for Climate Adaptation

August 21, 2025 ExplainerUnited States, Vermont, New YorkShelia Hu

As states begin to pass “climate superfund” bills, here’s a closer look at what they do and why we need them.

Electric vs. Gas Cars: Is It Cheaper to Drive an EV?

July 21, 2025 ExplainerUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall

Chances are, yes. Here’s how to be sure.

Who Pays When Insurance Fails to Cover Climate Disasters?

April 10, 2025 ExplainerUnited StatesJ. J. Starr

As climate disasters become more frequent, the home insurance safety net is fraying under the weight of rising costs. Who picks up the bill? All of us.

We Are Here to Make a Difference: Our Litigators Are at the Ready

November 27, 2024 NRDC in ActionUnited StatesJenny Shalant

NRDC’s attorneys will continue our time-tested tactics to defend public health and the environment from future federal attacks.

What Is Congestion Pricing?

November 18, 2024 ExplainerUnited States, New York City

Fees charged for driving on busy city roads reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality while also generating sorely needed funding for the transit systems that many people rely on for their daily commutes.

How Melting Ice Affects People and the Planet

November 5, 2024 ExplainerInternationalSusan Cosier

Across the world, thawing landscapes, seascapes, and freshwater reserves are reshaping environments and lives for the communities that rely on them.