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Senate Moves to Protect Our Health and Climate from Rampant Methane Pollution

April 28, 2021 Press ReleaseUnited States

On a bipartisan vote, the Senate today endorsed a congressional resolution of disapproval offered by senators Martin Heinrich of New Mexico, Angus King of Maine and Edward Markey of Massachusetts that aims to rescind an egregious Trump administration rule allowing…

Governor Signs NY Family and Fire Fighter Protection Act

April 28, 2021 Expert BlogNew YorkAvinash Kar

New York has banned toxic flame retardant chemicals in mattresses and upholstered furniture.

Time to Redouble Our Efforts, Back Biden Agenda

April 28, 2021 Press ReleaseUnited States

President Biden is scheduled to address the nation tonight in his first appearance before a joint session of Congress.

New York Has Passed Legislation That Will Eliminate Millions Of Single-Use Plastic Toiletry Bottles From Hotels

April 27, 2021 Press ReleaseNew York

The State of New York passed legislation that will eliminate millions of single-use plastic toiletry bottles from hotels, becoming the second state in the nation to enact such ban. The S543 and A5082 bills prohibit hotels and motels from providing…

Idaho Legislature Defies Experts in Mad Dash to Kill Wolves

April 27, 2021 Expert BlogIdahoDr. Jennifer Sherry

The Idaho Legislature is fast tracking a bill to kill up to 90% of Idaho's wolves based on misinformed political rhetoric.

Quieting Puget Sound for Endangered Southern Resident Orcas

April 27, 2021 Expert BlogWashingtonRegan Nelson

Quiet Sound, an innovative new program to reduce vessel noise in Puget Sound, receives crucial state funding.

New York Will Phase Out Fossil Fuel-Powered Vehicles by 2035

April 27, 2021 Press ReleaseNew York

The State of New York passed legislation that will require sales of new cars and light trucks to be zero-emission by 2035. The law requires larger trucks and bus sales to do the same by 2045. This commitment aligns with…

Ads Urge EPA to Protect Bristol Bay, Veto Pebble Mine

April 27, 2021 Expert BlogAlaskaTaryn Kiekow Heimer

Broad-based coalition rolls out new media campaign on print and digital platforms in DC, calling on EPA to stop the Pebble Mine and permanently protect Bristol Bay.

Charlotte Moves ‘Clean Ahead’ with Electric Bus Pilot

April 27, 2021 Expert BlogCharlotte, North CarolinaIrene Nielson, Zak Accuardi

Charlotte is leading on climate, air quality and health equity with a new battery electric bus pilot.

SB 119/HB 637 Is a Dead End. PA Needs Good Climate Policy.

April 27, 2021 Expert BlogPennsylvaniaMark Szybist

Pennsylvania lawmakers could advance good policy for Pennsylvanians by embracing RGGI—along with complementary clean energy and economic policies—rather than engaging in harmful climate denial and political posturing.

Our Climate Future Is Rooted in North America’s Forests

April 26, 2021 Expert BlogCanada, AlaskaJennifer Skene

The Biden administration needs to embrace a bold new vision for forest protection that looks at how we can protect the climate-critical forest resources in our own backyard.

Unlocking the Billion-Dollar EV Opportunity for Gujarat

April 26, 2021 Expert BlogGujarat, IndiaSameer Kwatra

While COVID-19 is an immediate priority for India, actions to reduce harmful emissions such as by transitioning to electric mobility can achieve major wins for public health, for the environment, and for India’s economy.

Colorado’s SB 246 a Major Step Toward Healthier Homes

April 26, 2021 Expert BlogColoradoAlejandra Mejia Cunningham

Colorado Senate Majority Leader Steve Fenberg introduced a much-needed proposal this legislative session to help Coloradans transition to healthier homes powered by affordable, clean electricity.

To Reach Historic Climate Goals, Decarbonize U.S. Industry

April 26, 2021 Expert BlogUnited StatesSasha Stashwick, Arjun Krishnaswami, Jackie Wong

One area the Biden administration has rightly prioritized for climate action is the U.S. industrial sector, which will be key to achieving our climate targets and to revitalizing America’s manufacturing sector.

EPA Clears Way for States to Curb Vehicle Pollution

April 26, 2021 Press ReleaseUnited States

The Biden administration proposed re-establishing the authority of states to set tailpipe emissions standards to address their own individual public health and air-quality needs, reversing an illegal and harmful rule by the Trump administration.