March 19, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
The Climate Change Committee (CCC) stresses that low-carbon farming is essential for Northern Ireland’s climate goals.
How Congress Can Protect Families From Dangerous Heat and Ensure Cool and Healthy Homes for All
Summary
The Biden-Harris administration has allocated over $7.4 million to Texas ports under the EPA’s Clean Ports Program, part of a $3 billion national investment targeting zero-emission technologies. Funds will support the Port of Houston, Port Freeport, and the City of Wilmer, financing climate action planning, emissions tracking, and sustainable infrastructure development. This initiative aims to reduce diesel emissions and improve air quality for nearby communities affected by pollution. The grants, supported by the Inflation Reduction Act, will contribute to workforce development in clean energy jobs, aligning with the Justice40 Initiative’s goal to prioritize benefits for underserved communities impacted by pollution.
The UN's World Meteorological Organization reports that the past decade was the hottest on record, with 2024 surpassing the 1.5°C warming limit.
Trump’s vow to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act, some Republicans and business leaders back its clean energy tax credits...
March 17, 2025
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
The Trump administration shut down EPA environmental justice offices, laying off hundreds amid broader attacks on DEI efforts.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to recoup $20 billion in Biden-era climate...
Ana Toni, Brazil's chief executive of the upcoming Cop30 summit, emphasizes that nations must integrate climate action...
March 14, 2025
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
The Trump administration is reviewing and canceling environmental justice grants, putting projects aimed at clean water, disaster shelters, and renewable energy at risk.
The Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration (AVP) has launched a $142.5 million initiative to improve energy efficiency and resilience in 336 public housing communities.
March 14, 2025
Energy
Energy
With Gaza’s power infrastructure largely destroyed, solar energy has become a critical lifeline for residents.
Climate activists protested outside the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston, demanding transparency and accountability from industry leaders.
After the devastating 2024 Texas Panhandle wildfires, which burned over a million acres, state officials are considering a $500 million investment...
March 13, 2025
Human Health
Human Health
U.S. metro areas are experiencing renewed population growth, primarily driven by immigration, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
March 13, 2025
Energy
Energy
Despite the Trump administration’s opposition to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its focus on fossil fuels, renewable energy investments remain strong due to high...
March 13, 2025
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
A $250M investment will help this lithium mine get up and running. That’s bad news for these tribes.
Lithium Americas has secured a $250 million investment to advance its lithium mine at Thacker Pass, Nevada, despite strong opposition from Indigenous tribes who consider the site
March 12, 2025
Climate
Climate
A federal judge sharply criticized the EPA’s cancellation of $20 billion in climate grants, questioning the agency’s lack of evidence for wrongdoing.