By Brad Copithorne Source: The Green Leaf EDF has been advocating for states to establish On-Bill Repayment (OBR) programs that allow property owners and tenants to finance clean energy retrofits directly through their utility bills with no upfront cost. California and Connecticut are working to…
By Brad Copithorne Source: The Green Leaf EDF has been advocating for states to establish On-Bill Repayment (OBR) programs that allow property owners and tenants to finance clean energy retrofits directly through their utility bills with no upfront cost. California and Connecticut are working to…
ATLANTA – Over the past fiscal year (Oct. 1, 2012 to Sept. 30, 2013), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 4 has cited 23 entities throughout the Southeast for depositing dredged and/or fill material into wetlands or other waters of the United States in violation of Section 404 of…
By Richard Denison Richard Denison, Ph.D. , is a Senior Scientist. Imagine the following scenario under a new TSCA based on the House discussion draft issued last week : A major consumer products company decides to expand its line of air fresheners with a new peppermint flavor. After…
By Eden Davis and Philip Russo, Mississippi River Delta Restoration Coalition There are many reasons to advocate for coastal restoration in Louisiana, but few arguments are as compelling as preserving the cultural legacy of a state known for its food, music and festivities . That’s why we as part…
-New EPA Report Documents Savings- (LANCASTER, Pa. – March 4, 2014) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a report today that found green infrastructure can be a cost effective solution to controlling stormwater while providing numerous economic benefits. Using the City of…
By Christina McCain For nearly a decade, California’s landmark climate change law, AB 32, has been widely recognized for its efforts to curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and build a low-carbon future. While climate action in Washington, D.C. continues to be stymied , our neighbor to the south…
This post was written by Adrian Shelley, Air Alliance Houston Executive Director. This op-ed originally appeared in the Houston Chronicle on February 22, 2014. Adrian Shelly, Executive Director, Air Alliance Houston We know that ozone pollution is a public health threat in Houston. Now a study…
By Marita Mirzatuny This commentary originally appeared on our Texas Clean Air Matters blog . Source: Mary Parmer, www.facebook.com/episcopalaustin On Monday in the heart of downtown Austin, St. David’s Episcopal Church unveiled its new 146-kilowatt solar array. Covering the rooftop of an…
By Marita Mirzatuny Source: Mary Parmer, www.facebook.com/episcopalaustin On Monday in the heart of downtown Austin, St. David’s Episcopal Church unveiled its new 146-kilowatt solar array. Covering the rooftop of an adjacent parking garage and earning the title of largest rooftop solar…
The Gulf Oil cleanup still isn’t over: 1,250-pound tar mat washes ashore in Florida By Lindsay Abrams, Salon. March 3, 2014. “An important reminder that these things never really go away: four years after the Deepwater Horizon…” ( read more ) Dolphins exposed to Deepwater Horizon oil spill…
By Mandy Warner A set of national clean car standards that have long been debated are, finally, a reality. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced those standards, commonly known as Tier 3, today. The terrific news is that these rigorous tailpipe and cleaner fuel standards will…
By Mark Brownstein This commentary originally appeared on our EDF Voices blog . Everyone knows that if you want your kids to grow up strong and healthy, they need to eat their vegetables. But as any parent knows, it’s easier said than done. That’s why in my house, there is a rule: you can’t…
It's a big environmental showdown and it's coming to a head.
March 3, 2014
March 3, 2014
WASHINGTON – Based on extensive input from auto manufactures, refiners, states and public health and environmental organizations, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced sensible standards for cars and gasoline that will significantly reduce harmful pollution, prevent…
In New Orleans courts, the legal gusher BP cannot contain By Steven Mufson, The Washington Post. Feb. 28, 2014. “After a blowout at its Macondo exploration well killed 11 workers, set fire to the Deepwater Horizon…” ( read more ) Tar Mat Produces Half Ton of BP Oil (+video) By Debbie…
Thanks in part to the efforts of 77,553 EDF activists, the EPA finalized standards that would drastically slash smog, soot, & other dangerous forms of tailpipe pollution.
WASHINGTON – Based on extensive input from the public and a broad range of stakeholders, including public health groups, auto manufacturers, refiners, and states, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today finalized emission standards for cars and gasoline that will significantly reduce…
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy will hold a press conference call on Monday, March 3 at 10:00 a.m. EST to discuss the Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission and Fuel Standards. Members of the media interested in participating should dial in ten…
ATLANTA – Over the past fiscal year (Oct. 1, 2012 to Sept. 30, 2013), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 4 has cited 23 entities throughout the Southeast for depositing dredged and/or fill material into wetlands or other waters of the United States in violation of Section 404 of…
By Richard Denison Richard Denison, Ph.D. , is a Senior Scientist. Imagine the following scenario under a new TSCA based on the House discussion draft issued last week : A major consumer products company decides to expand its line of air fresheners with a new peppermint flavor. After…
By Eden Davis and Philip Russo, Mississippi River Delta Restoration Coalition There are many reasons to advocate for coastal restoration in Louisiana, but few arguments are as compelling as preserving the cultural legacy of a state known for its food, music and festivities . That’s why we as part…
-New EPA Report Documents Savings- (LANCASTER, Pa. – March 4, 2014) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a report today that found green infrastructure can be a cost effective solution to controlling stormwater while providing numerous economic benefits. Using the City of…
By Christina McCain For nearly a decade, California’s landmark climate change law, AB 32, has been widely recognized for its efforts to curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and build a low-carbon future. While climate action in Washington, D.C. continues to be stymied , our neighbor to the south…
This post was written by Adrian Shelley, Air Alliance Houston Executive Director. This op-ed originally appeared in the Houston Chronicle on February 22, 2014. Adrian Shelly, Executive Director, Air Alliance Houston We know that ozone pollution is a public health threat in Houston. Now a study…
By Marita Mirzatuny This commentary originally appeared on our Texas Clean Air Matters blog . Source: Mary Parmer, www.facebook.com/episcopalaustin On Monday in the heart of downtown Austin, St. David’s Episcopal Church unveiled its new 146-kilowatt solar array. Covering the rooftop of an…
By Marita Mirzatuny Source: Mary Parmer, www.facebook.com/episcopalaustin On Monday in the heart of downtown Austin, St. David’s Episcopal Church unveiled its new 146-kilowatt solar array. Covering the rooftop of an adjacent parking garage and earning the title of largest rooftop solar…
The Gulf Oil cleanup still isn’t over: 1,250-pound tar mat washes ashore in Florida By Lindsay Abrams, Salon. March 3, 2014. “An important reminder that these things never really go away: four years after the Deepwater Horizon…” ( read more ) Dolphins exposed to Deepwater Horizon oil spill…
By Mandy Warner A set of national clean car standards that have long been debated are, finally, a reality. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced those standards, commonly known as Tier 3, today. The terrific news is that these rigorous tailpipe and cleaner fuel standards will…
By Mark Brownstein This commentary originally appeared on our EDF Voices blog . Everyone knows that if you want your kids to grow up strong and healthy, they need to eat their vegetables. But as any parent knows, it’s easier said than done. That’s why in my house, there is a rule: you can’t…
It's a big environmental showdown and it's coming to a head.
March 3, 2014
March 3, 2014
WASHINGTON – Based on extensive input from auto manufactures, refiners, states and public health and environmental organizations, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced sensible standards for cars and gasoline that will significantly reduce harmful pollution, prevent…
In New Orleans courts, the legal gusher BP cannot contain By Steven Mufson, The Washington Post. Feb. 28, 2014. “After a blowout at its Macondo exploration well killed 11 workers, set fire to the Deepwater Horizon…” ( read more ) Tar Mat Produces Half Ton of BP Oil (+video) By Debbie…
Thanks in part to the efforts of 77,553 EDF activists, the EPA finalized standards that would drastically slash smog, soot, & other dangerous forms of tailpipe pollution.
WASHINGTON – Based on extensive input from the public and a broad range of stakeholders, including public health groups, auto manufacturers, refiners, and states, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today finalized emission standards for cars and gasoline that will significantly reduce…
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy will hold a press conference call on Monday, March 3 at 10:00 a.m. EST to discuss the Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission and Fuel Standards. Members of the media interested in participating should dial in ten…