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Toxic Fashion: Remove “Forever” PFAS Chemicals from Our Apparel

January 31, 2022 Fact SheetUnited StatesSujatha Bergen, Yiliqi

Immediately banning all PFAS from apparel is an important step in reducing exposure to these hazardous chemicals.

NRDC’s Hawkins Named AAAS Fellow

January 31, 2022 Press ReleaseUnited States

In recognition of his scientifically and socially distinguished achievements, NRDC’s David Hawkins has been named a fellow by the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

EPA Reaffirms Need to Protect Bristol Bay but Slows Process

January 28, 2022 Expert BlogAlaskaTaryn Kiekow Heimer

Sends formal letter reasserting concern for proposed mega-mine's unacceptable adverse effects while announcing new timeline that may extend final determination.

It’s Time to Make Offshore Energy Fossil Fuel-Free

January 28, 2022 Expert BlogUnited StatesIrene Gutierrez, Brad Sewell

A federal court yesterday halted the largest offshore oil and gas lease sale in U.S. history. This positions 2022 as the year the Biden administration can set us on a course for a fossil fuel-free ocean.

California’s Rooftop Solar Net Metering Program

January 28, 2022 Expert BlogCaliforniaNRDC

California is in the midst of seeking input from stakeholders, through a California Public Utilities Commission process, to evolve its approach to its net metering rooftop solar program in a manner that accounts for emerging needs and market trends.

LA City Council Votes Unanimously to End Urban Oil Drilling

January 28, 2022 Expert BlogLos AngelesDamon Nagami

This watershed moment demonstrates the power of community engagement and momentum.

India’s Expanding Clean Energy Workforce: Opportunities in the Solar and Wind Energy Sectors

January 27, 2022 ReportIndia

NRDC Pushes FEMA for Climate-Smart Flood Maps and Standards

January 27, 2022 Expert BlogUnited StatesJoel Scata

Given climate-fueled flooding disasters are happening at a frightening pace, FEMA must initiate reforms to the NFIP as soon as possible.

Climate Champs Pressure Georgia Department of Transportation

January 27, 2022 Expert BlogGeorgiaDeron Lovaas

Will the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (IIJA, P.L 117-58) perform well vis-à-vis important goals, especially tackling climate change and improving racial equity? It all depends on how it’s implemented.

India Could Create Millions of Jobs Through Renewable Energy

January 27, 2022 Expert BlogIndiaCharlotte Steiner, Sameer Kwatra

According to a new report, India’s renewable energy sector could potentially employ around one million people by 2030, which would be ten times more than the existing workforce.

Preventing Fire Deaths Demands Confronting Energy Insecurity

January 26, 2022 Expert BlogNew York City, United StatesSam Whillans

The horrific fires in Fairmount and the Bronx are a wake-up call: We need to take bold action to confront energy insecurity.

How Can OSHA Better Protect Workers from Climate Change?

January 26, 2022 Expert BlogUnited StatesJuanita Constible, Teniope Adewumi-Gunn

OSHA must urgently develop and enforce a strong standard to protect U.S. workers from occupational heat harms.

Biden’s Made a Good Start on Climate – Time for the Senate to Act

January 26, 2022 Press ReleaseUnited States

A year ago President Biden issued a sweeping executive order making climate action a central pillar of his presidency.

Breyer’s Successor Must Recognize the Government’s Role in Protecting Environment and Health

January 26, 2022 Press ReleaseUnited States

Justice Stephen Breyer will retire from the U.S. Supreme Court later this year, multiple news outlets reported today.

Public Health Experts, Electric Utilities, Major Corporations, Legal Scholars, Scientists, and Current and Former Government Officials Ask Supreme Court to Reject Radical Attack on Clean Air Act

January 26, 2022 Press ReleaseUnited States

In new briefs filed with the Supreme Court yesterday, a diverse array of public health experts, electric utilities, major corporations, legal scholars, scientists, mayors and cities, and current and former government officials urge the Court to reject the coal industry’s…