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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.

Trump’s Executive Orders Mean Real Damage to U.S. Economy, Communities, and Clean Energy Gains

February 3, 2025 Ed Board MemoUnited States, InternationalManish Bapna

Nobody voted for any of this—and it’s not what most of the country wants. 

8 Things You Can Do to Help NRDC Fight Trump’s Agenda

January 31, 2025 How-ToUnited States

Feeling really angry or scared about the Trump administration's slew of anti-environmental attacks? Here are some actions you can take.

Kennedy Confirmation Hearings: “HHS Requires Leadership that Understands…”

January 31, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. completed two confirmation hearings this week to be secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in the Trump administration.

Western Grid at a Crossroads: Why One Market Is Better Than Two

January 30, 2025 Expert BlogWest, California, MidwestKelsie Gomanie

FERC’s approval of Markets+ portends western grid fragmentation.

"Lightning Plan" and PJM Agreement Strike in Pennsylvania

January 30, 2025 Expert BlogPennsylvaniaRobert Routh

Taken together, this package represents a sweeping, ambitious plan to address rising costs and produce more clean, reliable power.

Settlement Between Pennsylvania and PJM Saves Customers Billions

January 29, 2025 ReactionPennsylvania

Governor Shapiro’s administration announced it had resolved its lawsuit before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) against PJM, which will reportedly save consumers $21 billion over the next two years.

Trump Moves to Make Drivers Pay More at the Pump

January 29, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States

In his first action as secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy started the process of lowering fuel efficiency standards for vehicles.

Trump Order Can’t Dismantle Environmental Justice Progress

January 28, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesMatthew Tejada

The president’s executive orders seek to turn our collective clock back to an era of inequality and freeze it in place for our future.

Trump’s Chaotic Halt to Federal Grants and Loans

January 28, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, Washington, D.C.

President Trump ordered an immediate across-the-board freeze on grants, loans, and other federal financial assistance.

Trump Orders Review of FEMA—but Maybe Not the Right Review

January 27, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesRob Moore

As the damage from climate-influenced disasters continues to wreak havoc on communities across the country, there are serious issues that demand attention. 

Human Health Risks from Neonic Pesticides: 7 Questions Answered

January 27, 2025 BackgrounderUnited StatesDr. Jennifer Sass

Two new papers on acute and chronic human health risks from neonicotinoid pesticides show that there are significant health risks associated with neonic pesticides.

Two New Papers Reveal Startling Human Health Risks from Neonicotinoid Pesticides

January 27, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesDr. Jennifer Sass

Data obtained from the EPA show that there are significant health risks associated with neonicotinoid pesticides, particularly for children and pregnant women.

A Costly Dissonance: Putting America Last in Climate Resilience

January 27, 2025 Expert BlogUnited States, InternationalYamide Dagnet, Dr. Adelle Thomas

Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and disregard of climate adaptation at a time of escalating disasters have immediate and long-term consequences for Americans and the rest of the world.

Solar and Wind Thrive During Frigid Blast

January 24, 2025 Expert BlogUnited StatesChristy Walsh

While the Trump administration was busy trying to prop up fossil fuels this week, it looks like wind, solar, and battery power are keeping the lights on—and affordable—as demand for electricity surged.