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EPA May Implement Anti-Science Legislation that Failed to Pass Congress

Groups Sue for Information about Heartland Institute’s Involvement in EPA Climate Science Decisions

Environmental Defense Fund today called on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to take advantage of an “unprecedented opportunity” to help revitalize the New England groundfish fishery by using the sale of Carlos Rafael’s assets to usher in critical reforms.

Advocates Call on Albany to Cut Traffic Congestion, Lower Air Pollution, and Address Growing Health Concerns

Nathaniel Keohane's statement on President Trump's announcement that CIA Director Mike Pompeo will be nominated to replace Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State. 

Court Orders EPA to Move Forward with Implementation of Life-Saving Protections to Reduce Smog

Government of Belize has announced it will expand its network of no-take zones, a type of marine protected area, from approximately 3 percent to over 10 percent by the end of 2018. The expanded areas are managed in concert with a national secure fishing rights program established in 2016.

The following is a statement released today at the World Ocean Summit by Environmental Defense Fund’s Amanda Leland, Senior Vice President, Oceans

EDF, Meloy Fund, and Encourage Capital launched new guidelines on investing in global fisheries for sustainability and restoring oceans to abundance.

New Research Demonstrates the Significant Emission Reduction and Cost-Saving Benefits of Clean Diesel Large Engine Upgrades

The Principles are designed to provide investors with certainty about the specific challenges and enabling conditions in wild-caught fisheries, while also generating confidence that building environmental and social sustainability into fisheries will yield a strong return on their investment.

Key Stakeholders to Conduct Monthlong Push to Tackle Traffic and Transit Crises in New York State Budget

Benefits topping $800 billion is nothing to scoff at, but the Trump White House is doing its best to bury this remarkable report.

The Accelerating Innovative Conservation Technologies and Practices Act, introduced today by U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico, directs the Department of Agriculture to update its process for adopting new and innovative conservation practices.

A report grading states on their mandatory and voluntary residential disclosure policies for lead pipes.

From farmers and ranchers to food companies and conservation groups, partners crowdsource conservation to save the iconic monarch butterfly from extinction.

The bipartisan Agriculture Data Act of 2018 is a major step forward for producers and researchers.

Pruitt Moves to Roll Back Oil & Gas Air Quality Protections

Cape Town's Day Zero has been making headlines worldwide, but nobody's talking about the energy-water nexus or its role in the drought.

The Illinois Commerce Commission approved Commonwealth Edison’s (ComEd) $25-million microgrid project and agreement to create a first-of-its-kind tariff.

The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee voted this morning to advance S. 1520, a bill that as currently written includes dangerous provisions that would undermine important conservation tools, regional fishery management, and the nation’s commercial fishing industry.

EDF: Pruitt Should Abandon Misguided Effort to Repeal Clean Power Plan

Water heaters may function as “lead traps,” but more investigation is needed. Best to avoid using hot water for cooking or drinking.

Members of the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee are preparing to vote on a fisheries bill, S. 1520, which has drawn broad concern and opposition from commercial fishermen, chefs and environmentalists.

Court Stops Trump Administration Attempt to Delay BLM’s Waste Prevention Rule