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NRDC Report: U.S. Climate Action Delivers Economic Gains

April 26, 2023 Press ReleaseUnited States

Washington – A new report released today shows that a handful of key strategies can put the United States on the way to its climate goals while delivering billions of dollars in cost savings over the coming decades. These five…

Department of Transportation Denies Special Permit for LNG Project

April 24, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., Pennsylvania, New Jersey

According to the Federal Register, the U.S. Department of Transportation has denied Energy Transfer Partners a special permit to transport liquefied natural gas (LNG) by rail from Wyalusing, PA to Gibbstown, NJ.

NRDC President: US Climate Assistance “a lifeline” for Vulnerable Nations

April 20, 2023 Press ReleaseUnited States

WASHINGTON —The Biden administration announced a $1 billion contribution to the Green Climate Fund to help build climate resilience and speed the clean energy transition in vulnerable countries. 

U.S. Forest Service Opens Welcome Path to Saving Mature and Old Growth Forests

April 20, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Forest Service announced a rulemaking process on forest conservation measures, opening a much-needed door to better protecting mature forests on public lands.

Audit reveals government failure to transparently report logging emissions and shows flaws in Canada’s Two Billion Tree plan

April 20, 2023 Press ReleaseOttawa

Foundational flaws across key pillars of Canada’s forest and climate policy jeopardize its ability to meet its climate and nature commitments.

House Debt Ceiling Plan Threatens Economic and Climate Ruin

April 19, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

Today’s proposal from Speaker Kevin McCarthy not only holds our nation hostage with the risk of financial ruin if we fail to address the debt limit, but it also threatens us with climate ruin as well—and will hurt the communities…

EPA Moves to Cut Harmful Tailpipe Pollution

April 12, 2023 Press ReleaseUnited States

WASHINGTON – The Environmental Protection Agency proposed new tailpipe emission standards for cars and trucks today that will help address the largest source of carbon pollution.

NRDC Analysis: Peer-Reviewed Study Finds EPA Misses PFAS Chemicals Already Present in Drinking Water 

April 12, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

Nearly half of the PFAS “forever chemicals” present in drinking water samples are not monitored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), according to a peer-reviewed analysis conducted by NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) and community members in 16 states.

U.S. to Decide Whether Mexico's Failure to Protect Vaquita Warrants Embargo

April 10, 2023 Press ReleaseNew York

In a settlement filed in court Friday, the U.S. Department of the Interior agreed to determine whether Mexico has failed to stop illegal fishing and trade of totoaba that is driving the vaquita porpoise’s extinction. The determination could result in…

NRDC: Biden Stood up for Clean Water

April 6, 2023 Press Release

WASHINGTON — President Biden vetoed a Congressional Review Act resolution that would have weakened protections under the Clean Water Act and tied the hands of future presidents trying to rectify the damage.

EPA Moves to Cut Toxic Air Pollution from Coal Plants

April 5, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON – The Environmental Protection Agency today proposed to strengthen its Mercury and Air Toxics Standards to cut pollution from power plants that burn coal and oil, enhancing air quality and better protecting public health. 

EPA Announces Change to Funding For Lead Pipe Replacement: New Distribution Will Be Based on Need

April 4, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced changes that are intended to direct the remaining funds from the $15 billion infrastructure dollars for replacing lead water pipes to states with the greatest need.

States Cleared to Slash Truck Pollution   

March 31, 2023 Press Release

WASHINGTON – The Environmental Protection Agency today reaffirmed California’s authority to set life-saving tailpipe emissions standards for commercial trucks – and other states’ ability to adopt those standards.

NRDC Response to New Bureau of Land Management (BLM) ‘Public Land Rule’

March 30, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a new rule on the conservation of public land. The new ‘Public Land Rule’ is a timely opportunity to bring greater balance to BLM’s mission “to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity…

Senate Should Bury House Plan to Lock in Fossil Fuels

March 30, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House passed H.R. 1. on Thursday.

Bill to Help Those Facing Water Shut-Offs Heads to Governor Murphy’s Desk

March 30, 2023 Press ReleaseNew Jersey

The New Jersey legislature just passed a bill that requires all water and sewer utilities to participate in the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) and promote the program to their customers, or else are prohibited from shutting off…

Biden Should Veto Clean Water Act CRA

March 29, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON — Today, 53 Senators attacked the Clean Water Act by passing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution. The measure would overturn the Biden Administration’s Clean Water Restoration rule and prevent any future administration from issuing similar protections. 

Public Interest Groups Reject H.R. 1

March 28, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House is preparing to vote as early as Wednesday on H.R. 1.

Biden Administration Issues Visionary Conservation Measures

March 21, 2023 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C.

WASHINGTON — As part of a larger package of land and ocean conservation measures, the Biden administration today announced the first Ocean Climate Action Plan, which includes a host of initiatives relating to responsible offshore wind, marine protected areas to enhance biodiversity…

NRDC Partners with Art at a Time Like This at EXPO CHICAGO to Highlight the Power of Women & Artists as Climate Advocates

March 21, 2023 Press ReleaseChicago

For the 10th anniversary of EXPO CHICAGO, NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) has partnered with Art at a Time Like This (ATLT) to create HOW ON EARTH, a climate-focused exhibit from acclaimed artists Janet Biggs, Lily Kwong, Helina Metaferia and…