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NRDC Responds to House Natural Resources Committee Letter to U.S. Department of Defense

June 13, 2018 Press ReleaseUnited States

Bob Deans, director of strategic engagement for the Natural Resources Defense Council, made the following statement in response to today’s letter from the chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee to Secretary of Defense James Mattis:

A Commitment to Equity—in the City, the Classroom, and Even the Jungle

June 12, 2018 NRDC in ActionCalifornia, San FranciscoNicole Greenfield

NRDC senior scientist Lara Ettenson is determined to bridge social, economic, and cultural divides by advancing clean energy in California.

Race to Reduce Launched to Energize Saint Paul

June 12, 2018 Expert BlogMinnesotaKatharine McCormick

Saint Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has kicked off an energy efficiency challenge directed at the city’s largest buildings. Through the program, dubbed the “Race to Reduce,” buildings will be invited to join a cohort that will collectively strive to streamline…

In Washington, a Coal-Fired Power Plant Will Put Its Money on the Sun

June 11, 2018 DispatchWashingtonStarre Vartan

Ten percent of the state’s greenhouse gases come from a single coal-fired power plant—which will soon trade coal for solar.

Another Major Investor Leaves the Pebble Mine

June 11, 2018 Expert BlogJoel Reynolds

In latest blow to Northern Dynasty Minerals, the people of Bristol Bay hail the failure of its negotiations with First Quantum Minerals.

World Oceans Day and the Salmon Industry in Chile

June 11, 2018 Expert BlogErika Moyer

Through the creation of new marine protected areas and global trends in green consumer citizenship, the oceans may find some relief from the unsavory aspects of commercial salmon farming.

Providence Details Energy Efficiency Success—and Recommits

June 11, 2018 Expert BlogUnited StatesKatharine McCormick

Providence’s third annual municipal energy report shows major savings in city buildings’ energy expenditures. By reducing energy use in municipal buildings, Providence is achieving three aims: reductions of greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change, responsible stewardship of resident health…

Thoughts from a Winter Wildlife Intern

June 9, 2018 Expert BlogUnited StatesZack Strong

Court Upholds NYC Ban on Polystyrene Containers

June 9, 2018 Expert BlogEric A. Goldstein

Hypocrisy of the UK Government on Bioenergy

June 8, 2018 Expert BlogSasha Stashwick

The UK government is again showing signs that it is conflicted over its massive bioenergy subsidy program.

Latin American Countries Act to Protect Oceans from Plastics

June 8, 2018 Expert BlogCarolina Herrera

Approximately 13 million tons of plastic are dumped into the world’s oceans every year, threatening human health, biodiversity and the economy. Fortunately, a number of countries in Latin America and the Caribbean are making progress in tackling plastic pollution.

Congress Steps Up to Protect North Atlantic Right Whales

June 8, 2018 Expert BlogDr. Francine Kershaw

Oregon Has a Poaching Problem—and a Force to Reckon With It

June 8, 2018 DispatchOregonBecca Cudmore

The Beaver State is one of just two in the nation where illegal animal kills are addressed by the police.

Is the Tide Turning on Our Plastic Addiction?

June 8, 2018 Latest NewsUnited StatesJeff Turrentine

We need large-scale public policy that reflects our changing values and evolving mores—and it can’t stop at straws and bags.

Chicago Officials Propose Expanding Petcoke Regulations to Manganese Handling, Residents Say it’s not Enough

June 8, 2018 Press ReleaseChicago

Chicago Health Officials Hosted a Public Meeting on the Southeast Side to Hear Comments on Additional Regulations for Manganese Handling