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Nuclear Subsidies May Be Slowing Transition to Clean Energy, Advocates Say
New York state’s nuclear facilities received over $500 million in 2020, whereas renewables received just $5 million.
California Is Still Averaging About 34 New COVID Outbreaks in Workplaces Per Day
As businesses reopen, workplace outbreaks and infections are diminishing, but at an agonizingly slow rate.
Sunrise Movement Calls on Biden to Stop Compromising With Republicans on Climate
The youth climate group rallied outside the White House to demand that Biden stop cutting harmful deals with the GOP.
COVID Isn’t Over — the US Must Do More to Combat It Worldwide
The Biden administration's efforts are sizable, but they're not nearly enough.
Right-Wing Disinformation Campaigns Are Targeting State Climate Initiatives
Lawmakers with fossil fuel ties are misrepresenting regional climate bills as gas taxes.
Naomi Osaka Quits French Open After Her Mental Health Plea Goes Ignored
After refusing to participate in press conferences, Osaka faced escalating fines and threats of disqualification.
Big Oil Fought Cybersecurity Regulations, Making Pipeline Attacks Easier
Cybersecurity experts believe that Colonial lacked advanced cybersecurity defenses.
Here’s How to Fight Climate Destruction and Environmental Racism Simultaneously
Carbon policies need to start mandating emissions reductions at power plants situated near urban low-income communities.
Rural Communities Have Waited Nearly a Decade for Clean Drinking Water Systems
In some California communities, systems for drinking water remain tainted.
Biden Must Take Executive Action to Affirm That Clean Water Is a Human Right
Black and Brown communities impacted by environmental racism need Biden's promises to become a firm reality.