NEWS + RESEARCH
How the WOTUS Supreme Court Ruling Shapes Our Environment
(August 13, 2023) The nationwide debate about the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) continues. To see our earlier blog post and learn more about the history and importance of WOTUS, click here.
The Case for Market-Based Emissions Initiatives
(August 8, 2023) To effectively tackle the issue of climate change, pragmatic approaches that balance the goals of sustainability and economic development are critical.
DC Sues Companies Over Pollution
(August 8, 2023) On July 18th, the District Attorney of Washington DC, Brian L. Schwalb, announced that the city would be suing more than 25 chemical companies for creating a “public nuisance” by polluting the city.
Want Higher Test Scores? Plant More Trees!
(August 8, 2023) Students around the country, and around the world, who live in large cities all find themselves with a lack of greenspace.
EPA's Carbon Rule: Nevada's Path Towards Climate Resilience
(August 6, 2023) Successfully coupling initiatives on a regulatory and environmental justice level will result in long-term benefits for the residents of Nevada.
From Emissions to Solutions: Arizona's Future and the Carbon Rule
(July 27, 2023) The urgency of addressing climate change is more apparent now than ever. Extreme weather events faced by Arizonans have become more frequent and severe.
Unprecedented Climate Challenges: Unraveling Canada's Summer of 2023
(July 25, 2023) Canada provides a prime example of what manmade climate change can do not only to a nation, but how climate change does not stop at international borders.
Uniting Forces for Climate Action: John Kerry's Crucial Talks in Beijing
(July 25, 2023) Recognizing their pivotal role in shaping the global response to the climate crisis, the United States and China have faced challenges in their collaborative efforts due to political differences and historical tensions.
Clearing the Air for Wisconsin: The Carbon Rule's Crucial Role in Climate Action
(July 24, 2023) Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, and carbon emissions are a significant contributor to this problem.
Beyond Profit: Embracing Sustainability for a Brighter Business Future
(July 18, 2023) The benefits of sustainability for businesses include reduced expenses (such as less waste generation), increased profits and financial/brand competitiveness, and better relationships with stakeholders.
The Carbon Rule: A Critical Component in the Fight Against Climate Change for Georgia
(July 14, 2023) Georgia finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with health issues and agricultural challenges driven by power plant emissions, but the EPA's Carbon Rule emerges as a promising way forward for the state.
The Price Tag of Inaction: Climate Change's Toll on Businesses
(July 11, 2023) The outsized negative impacts of climate change, including but not limited to rising costs and decreased worker productivity, should push businesses to be proactive in tackling climate change and adopting sustainable practices.
Clean Water for Baltimore: Seeking a Solution
(July 11, 2023) In 2018, over 17 million gallons of sewage overflowed in Baltimore and 25 billion gallons of stormwater runoff, making stormwater runoff one of Baltimore’s fastest-growing sources of pollution.
The Magic of Community
(July 10, 2023) National Climate Fellow Tony Passino continues his hike on the Appalachian Trail! Where can you find community as an environmental changemaker? Tony says, everywhere!
Climate Disinformation and Obstruction Perpetuated by Big Oil
(July 5, 2023) Just as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has obstructed climate policies and awareness for decades, oil companies have similarly come under fire for spreading misinformation on the causes of climate change and what they’re doing to stop it.