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America’s Top Climate Diplomat: John Kerry

Latest NewsUnited StatesJeff Turrentine
For President-elect Biden’s newly created—and much needed—cabinet-level position, Kerry’s passion and experience make him a perfect fit.

Pandemic Puts Eviction Crisis Front and Center

NRDC in ActionUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall
With pressure mounting, NRDC advocates are calling on lawmakers to step up protections for renters in the next relief package while also pushing for systemic changes that will help affordable housing stay that way.

Liane Randolph Appointed to CARB Chair

Expert BlogCalifornia, United States, InternationalDavid Pettit
CARB is a world-leading agency that has led the fight nationally and internationally to prevent climate change and to reduce air pollution that harms the health of our children and communities.

During Pandemic, EPA Aims to Undermine Clean Air Benefits

Press ReleaseUnited States
The Environmental Protection Agency today finalized a disingenuous way to calculate the costs and benefits of regulations under the Clean Air Act, aiming to limit EPA's future ability to adopt clean air health safeguards.

New York Announces Historic Fossil Fuel Divestment Plan

Expert BlogNew YorkRich Schrader
In a historic move, New York State announced it will divest its $225 billion Common Retirement Fund from fossil fuels—among the largest pension fund divestments ever undertaken in the nation.

New York State Announces Historic Pension Fund Divestment

Press ReleaseNew York
New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli announced that the $225 billion New York State Common Retirement Fund will divest from the riskiest oil and gas companies by 2025 and decarbonize by 2040

Pepco Advances Climate Action in DC

Expert BlogWashington, D.C.Ben Longstreth
Local energy distribution companies like Pepco are critical to helping their customers reduce pollution and save money by supporting energy efficiency measures for their homes and businesses, helping customers switch to electric vehicles, and promoting electric space and water heating.

Customers Need Debt Relief: Commissions, Utilities Can Help

Expert BlogUnited StatesSheryl Carter
With millions of Americans drastically behind on their energy and water utility bills, no additional federal assistance on the horizon, and moratoria on utility shutoffs expiring, the United States is facing a deepening economic and public health crisis.