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A Global Plastics Treaty Must Target Plastic Production to Fight Climate Change
A new report says a 75 percent cut in plastics is needed to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Ecofascism Is a Rising Threat. We Should Take Modi’s Ascendance as a Warning.
International greenwashing is feting and abetting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ecofascism.
These Sisters Fight to Keep Their Community From Becoming a “Sacrifice Zone”
Jo and Joy Banner are fighting to preserve the health and history of St. John the Baptist Parish amid industry threats.
Biden Admin Says Mountain Valley Pipeline Can Run Through National Forest
The Jefferson National Forest is home to threatened species, waterways and old-growth forest.
Four Insights for Radical Organizing From the Mysterious World of Mushrooms
Let’s do mycelial organizing inspired by the underground fungal networks that turn waste and toxicity into new life.
New Report Finds Widespread Toxic Vinyl Chloride Pollution Beyond East Palestine
Vinyl chloride contamination primarily emanates from petrochemical production and waste disposal facilities.
EPA Proposes Major Reforms to Reduce Cancer Risk Near Industrial Facilities
The new rules could reduce exposed residents’ unacceptable cancer risk by 96 percent.
13 Groups Sue the EPA for Failing to Update Regulations on Water Pollution
Industrial facilities produce millions of pounds of hazardous chemical waste every year and dump it into U.S. waterways.
Governor Hochul Walks Back Plan to Gut Climate Law After Backlash
"Make no mistake, this is because of the enormous and immediate public pressure,” said one climate advocate.
EPA Proposes Limiting “Forever Chemicals” in Drinking Water for the First Time
Environmental groups that have long advocated for action against PFAS pollution praised the new proposal.