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Alaska, Now More Than Ever

May 9, 2019 Expert BlogNiel Lawrence

The U.N. report makes clear in detailed and compelling fashion, just what is at stake in ending this assault on our matchless biological heritage in Alaska.

Many CA Low-Income Renters Still Waiting for Clean Energy

May 9, 2019 Expert BlogMerrian Borgeson, Maria Stamas

The Rise of the “Outdoor Voting Bloc”

May 9, 2019 Expert BlogSam Gilchrist, Noah Long

In Colorado and neighboring states, a thoroughly western combination of self-reliance and responsibility is translating into action on climate.

California Stars: Lighting the Way to a Clean Energy Future

May 8, 2019 ReportCaliforniaRalph Cavanagh, Peter Miller

The Golden State provides a compelling illustration of how we as a nation can protect our environment and grow our economy at the same time.

Food Waste Lessons from Milan

May 8, 2019 Expert BlogElizabeth Balkan, Yvette Cabrera

The City of Milan, a hub for food systems work, is a pioneer city working toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal 12.3—to cut 50% of its food waste by 2030.

In the Face of Extinction Crisis, US Turns a Blind Eye

May 8, 2019 Expert BlogNora Apter

If you care about the future of life on Earth, the United Nation’s report on biodiversity hit you like a ton of bricks: 1 million species of plants and animals will soon face extinction—and humanity itself hangs in the balance.

California Bans Pesticide Toxic to Kids

May 8, 2019 Press ReleaseCalifornia

California’s Environmental Protection Agency today announced a ban on the use of chlorpyrifos, a pesticide linked to learning disabilities in children that is widely used on fruits and vegetables across the country.

Illinois Senators and Reps Support Residents’ Call for Action on Dangerous Levels of Manganese in Southeast Side

May 8, 2019 Press ReleaseIllinois

In response to continued advocacy by community leaders, Illinois’ congressional delegation is once again urging the U.S. EPA to crack down on Southeast Side Chicago neurotoxin handlers. The response comes as new data show disturbingly high levels of brain-damaging manganese…

California to Ban Pesticide Toxic to Kids

May 8, 2019 Expert BlogMiriam Rotkin-Ellman

In a groundbreaking win for children in California—and across the United States—Governor Newsom’s administration started the process to ban the pesticide chlorpyrifos.

Antibiotic Resistance: From the Farm to You

May 8, 2019 Fact SheetUnited StatesDavid Wallinga, MD

California Lunchrooms May Soon Serve Up Organics

May 7, 2019 DispatchCaliforniaCorey Binns

A state bill promises organic food to students—and benefits for local farmers and farmworkers, too.

Pelosi Brings Climate Leadership to the House

May 7, 2019 Expert BlogRhea Suh

By passing the Climate Action Now Act, the House has signaled that it will not allow Washington to continue to ignore the greatest environmental crisis of our generation—and future generations.

U.N. Report: Human Impacts Pushing Forests to the Brink

May 7, 2019 Expert BlogJennifer Skene

America’s Utilities Unite to Support Lighting Standards

May 7, 2019 Expert BlogRalph Cavanagh

Utility Low-Income Efficiency Programs in Need of Upgrade

May 7, 2019 Expert BlogMaria Stamas, Miles Muller

California’s Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) program—designed to help low-income households save money on their monthly energy bills through no-cost weatherization services while improving their health, comfort, and safety—hasn’t been saving as much energy as it could be, and hasn’t been…