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Pollution
ExxonMobil Is Counting on Trump-Chosen Judge to Undermine Right to Sue Polluters
A new ruling in “Environment Texas v. ExxonMobil” is expected in August. This time, a Trump-nominated judge is involved.
Climate Crisis Is Driving Flooding That Could Surface Toxic Soil in Cities
Neighborhoods are facing the long-term impacts of toxic emissions from industrial facilities.
Texas Explosion Shows Danger of Liquefied Natural Gas Industry, Activists Say
Residents of Freeport raised concerns about pollution and climate impacts after the blast Wednesday at the LNG facility.
Eliminating Air Pollution Could Save More Than 53,000 Lives Per Year, Study Says
States could see benefits by acting alone, but federal measures to eliminate pollution would have a greater impact.
Greenhouse Gases Trapped Almost 50 Percent More Heat Last Year Than in 1990
NOAA announced that “the primary gases responsible for climate change continue rising rapidly.”
Private Law Has Failed to Hold Chemical Facilities Accountable During Disasters
Policy makers must develop strong emergency responses to keep vulnerable communities safe amid climate crisis.
World’s Rivers Awash in Pharmaceuticals, Historic Study Reveals
Researchers warn that “pharmaceutical pollution poses a global threat.”
Here’s How the Biden Administration Can Prevent Needless Deaths From Pollution
Title VI could bring some justice to those that have experienced environmental racism for generations.
Radioactive Contamination Is Seeping Into Drinking Water Around the US
Mining, fracking and other activities are increasing the levels of harmful isotopes in water supplies.
2021 Arctic Report Card Tells a Human Story of Cascading Climate Disruption
Rapid and pronounced human-caused warming is paving the way for disruptions to ecosystems and communities far and wide.