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Biden Administration Announces Action to Protect Old Growth Forests

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.
WASHINGTON — The Department of Agriculture unveiled a proposed nationwide forest plan amendment focused on protecting federal old-growth forests. The proposal would amend all land management plans governing the National Forest System with new directions for the management of old growth…

Food Matters: Year-in-Review

Expert BlogWashington, D.C.Madeline Keating, Darby Hoover, Nina Sevilla, Anya Obrez, Andrea Collins, Yvette Cabrera

Through NRDC's Food Matters initiative, U.S. cities work to prevent food from becoming waste, rescue surplus food, and recycle food scraps. 

2023 Wins in Food Waste & What’s Next in 2024

Expert BlogInternational, United StatesYvette Cabrera, Madeline Keating, Darby Hoover, Nina Sevilla, Andrea Collins, Anya Obrez

NRDC’s food waste team reflects on all we’ve accomplished this year and what we’re most excited for in 2024

Bipartisan Farm Bill Extension Signals Hope for 2024

Expert BlogWashington, D.C., United StatesAllison Johnson, Matthew Kaplan, Jeff Slyfield, Jeffrey McManus

The one-year Farm Bill extension ensures short-term continuity, and we look forward to a full 2024 Farm Bill that protects people and the environment

The DOE Is Innovating for the Challenges of Today and Tomorrow

Expert BlogUnited StatesDaniel Bissonnette
The DOE's research, development, demonstration, and deployment activities are critical to the clean energy transition. From early innovation to widespread commercialization, the DOE plays a pivotal role.

Driving Ambition, Action, and Equity at COP28 (Part 1)

Expert BlogInternationalJake 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.

EPA Prioritizes Evaluation of the Plastic Compound Vinyl Chloride

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.
WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today it will prioritize the chemicals Vinyl Chloride, Acetaldehyde Acrylonitrile, Benzenamine, and 4,4’-Methylene bis for evaluation and potential regulation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 

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.

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.

A Permitting Plan That Can Get the Job Done

Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.
WASHINGTON – Key House lawmakers unveiled landmark legislation today that would spur the investments in electricity transmission needed for the clean energy transition while ensuring equitable and efficient permitting.

NRDC Announces Christy Goldfuss as Executive Director

Press ReleaseUnited States
WASHINGTON – Christy Goldfuss has been named Executive Director of NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), where she will strengthen the organization’s advocacy, manage internal operations and help guide a new generation of executive leadership at a pivotal moment in environmental stewardship.