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New Federal Vehicle Charging Funds Halted

February 7, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The Federal Highway Administration halted new funding for state programs to install tens of thousands of new vehicle chargers along highways and at rest stops across the nation. 

Trump’s Plan to Claw Back EV Charging Funds: It’s Not That Simple

February 7, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesBeth Hammon

Trump’s plan to halt EV funding clashes with the bipartisan push for charging infrastructure. The law and public demand are clear: Progress will continue.

EPA to Shutter Environmental Justice Office: "This Is a Disgrace"

February 6, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is moving to shut down its environmental justice office.

New Report: Pathway to Decarbonize New Mexico’s Buildings

February 6, 2025 Expert BlogNew MexicoElla Norman

A new report from Gridworks and more than 20 government, utility, business, and nonprofit stakeholders lays out key actions to reach emissions-free buildings in New Mexico.

Water Utility Groups Seek to Dismantle Public Health Protections

February 6, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesErik D. Olson

What happened to the American Water Works Association? Progress is in jeopardy and generations are poised to be poisoned by lead and other toxic chemicals. 

NRDC Analysis: Climate Action Can Improve Health in Rural India

February 6, 2025 Expert BlogIndiaDr. Vijay Limaye

Climate-smart development in rural India can deliver cleaner air, relief from extreme heat, and improved health.

The Chemical Lobby Wants to Weaken Pollution Controls on Cancer-Causing Chemicals

February 6, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesDaniel Rosenberg

The chemical lobby is one—big—reason why we have dangerous chemicals all around us and a population less healthy than it could be.

Water Affordability: 2024 Year in Review

February 6, 2025 Expert BlogUnited States, Michigan, PhiladelphiaLarry Levine, Cyndi Roper

Major developments lay the groundwork for future success, but battles also loom

Legislative Leaders Announce Bills to Protect New Yorkers from Exposure to Dangerous PFAS

February 5, 2025 Press ReleaseNew York

Legislators today announced the bills they are sponsoring to protect New Yorkers from exposure to PFAS through everyday household items such as textiles, dental floss, cleaning products, cookware, children’s products, cosmetics, and menstrual products.

Weakening Fuel Economy Standards Will Cost You More Money

February 5, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesKathy Harris

In fact, they will cost drivers more money. Big Oil gets richer. Americans get poorer. 

Federal Water Assistance Helped Millions—Until the Money Dried Up

February 5, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesLarry Levine

People share how LIHWAP saved them from water shutoff and loss of housing. Data show LIHWAP helped millions of people and thousands of water systems nationwide.

Does Congress Really Want More Lead Leaching into Drinking Water?

February 5, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesLarry Levine

New map illustrates that repealing the EPA’s drinking water rule would leave tens of millions without certain commonsense protections from this dangerous toxic chemical.

Investments Needed to Protect Michiganders from High Energy & Water Utility Bills

February 4, 2025 Press ReleaseMichigan

Governor Whitmer’s annual budget presentation is expected to include some upcoming investments available for Michigan households.

Vought Would Bring Chaos and Cruelty to OMB

February 4, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The Senate is set to vote on whether to confirm Russell Vought, the chief architect of Project 2025, to lead the White House Office of Management and Budget.

Efforts to Dismantle USAID “Will Bring Significant Long-Term Costs”

February 4, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, International

As the United States’ critical agency for advancing international climate, health, water, agricultural, and other development projects, it also stands as one of the nation’s most important tools for creating goodwill and building soft power.