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Natural Resources Defense Council
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Setting the EPA Back on Track
Setting the EPA Back on Track
After 50 years, what does the future of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency hold?
Gina McCarthy
Nov 30, 2020
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In Biden’s Win, a Unifying Call for Bold Action on Climate
In Biden’s Win, a Unifying Call for Bold Action on Climate
It’s now time to turn campaign promises into climate progress. Here’s what that looks like.
Gina McCarthy
Nov 13, 2020
A Year Later, the Equitable and Just National Climate Platform Is More Important Than Ever
A Year Later, the Equitable and Just National Climate Platform Is More Important Than Ever
We’re grateful to be part of a growing group of allies working alongside one another to move toward an equitable, fair, and pollution-free…
Gina McCarthy
Jul 31, 2020
Reflections from My Conversation about Racial Justice with EJ Champion Rev. Yearwood
Reflections from My Conversation about Racial Justice with EJ Champion Rev. Yearwood
Big Greens — including NRDC — must be about equity, justice, and climate because when we break down racist systems, everyone will benefit…
Gina McCarthy
Jul 31, 2020
Pipeline Victories Show the Power of People
Pipeline Victories Show the Power of People
These victories happened because people demanded better — and because of environmental and public health laws that require the government…
Gina McCarthy
Jul 14, 2020
Clean Energy Can Get Our Economy Humming Again
Clean Energy Can Get Our Economy Humming Again
The investments we make to recover from the current public health crisis should set us up to be better prepared to weather the next.
Gina McCarthy
Jul 9, 2020
A Political Thumb on the Scales of Justice Is Not Patriotism
A Political Thumb on the Scales of Justice Is Not Patriotism
It’s a danger to the republic.
Mitch Bernard
Jun 25, 2020
Pollution Is Not an Equal Opportunity Killer. Nor is COVID-19.
Pollution Is Not an Equal Opportunity Killer. Nor is COVID-19.
The Trump administration’s assault on clean air strikes directly at the public’s ability to survive the coronavirus pandemic.
Gina McCarthy
Apr 9, 2020
Americans Desperately Need Help. The Latest Coronavirus Stimulus Package Is a Good Start.
Americans Desperately Need Help. The Latest Coronavirus Stimulus Package Is a Good Start.
But future packages need to make sure that polluting industries aren’t treated with more deference than average citizens.
Gina McCarthy
Apr 2, 2020
Energy Efficiency Is for Everyone
Energy Efficiency Is for Everyone
The benefits of the nation’s largest energy resource aren’t reaching those who could most use them. We can fix that.
Deron Lovaas
Feb 20, 2020
We Must Act Boldly on Climate to Protect Public Health
We Must Act Boldly on Climate to Protect Public Health
It’s not an either–or: Urgent climate action will save lives and boost the economy. The solutions are in reach.
Gina McCarthy
Feb 5, 2020
The Year of No Regrets
The Year of No Regrets
As we head into the new year, we must embrace change and do all we can to protect and sustain the natural resources we need to survive and…
Gina McCarthy
Jan 6, 2020
State Autonomy Doesn’t Operate at the Convenience of the President
State Autonomy Doesn’t Operate at the Convenience of the President
Trump’s attacks on state environmental protections aren’t just ironic — they’re dangerous.
Mitch Bernard
Sep 23, 2019
Climate Change Is a Public Health Emergency. Inaction Is Costing Us.
Climate Change Is a Public Health Emergency. Inaction Is Costing Us.
A new study finds climate change fuels billions in health costs.
NRDC
Sep 18, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Highlights the Need for Effective Home Buyouts
Hurricane Dorian Highlights the Need for Effective Home Buyouts
The cycle of flood-rebuild-repeat must end. It’s a matter of equity.
Mitch Bernard
Sep 12, 2019
An Empty Chair and a Devil’s Bargain
An Empty Chair and a Devil’s Bargain
The foolishness of President Trump’s climate denial is surpassed only by the folly of his schemes to promote fossil fuels.
Mitch Bernard
Aug 30, 2019
Confronting the President’s Agenda of Hate
Confronting the President’s Agenda of Hate
The principles that call us to protect human health and the environment from polluters impel us no less to stand up for inclusion and…
Mitch Bernard
Jul 30, 2019
Advancing Bold Equitable and Just Climate Action
Advancing Bold Equitable and Just Climate Action
NRDC joins a national platform that fuses economic, racial, and environmental justice goals into a single advocacy framework.
Mitch Bernard
Jul 18, 2019
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