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JULY 1, 2026 – Today, Virginia demonstrated leadership and dedication to combating the climate crisis as a series of new environmental laws went into effect. These solutions address a range of climate-driven issues and were passed with robust bipartisan legislative support. As we enter the 2026 hurricane season, climate solutions are imperative to equip communities ... The post Virginia advances bipartisan environmental solutions this hurricane season first appeared on Growing Returns.

This toolkit explores how insurers support individuals, businesses, and communities in managing climate risk, and identifies the conditions to scale these efforts. The post Insurers’ Resilience Toolkit: A practical taxonomy of climate adaptation and resilience measures appeared first on EDF+Business.

Eleven governors of Western states signed a bipartisan agreement forming a task force to accelerate transmission permitting to build a stronger grid.

New EPA proposal would allow data centers and other entities to complete major construction on on new facilities before obtaining Clean Air Act permits.

Cutting methane from livestock is one of the quickest ways to slow climate change, as a new United Nations report confirms. A growing number of countries are writing livestock emissions into the national climate plans, known as Nationally Determined Contributions or NDCs, that they submit to the UN every five years.   In the latest round of NDC pledges, more countries than ever embraced action on livestock for its potential to deliver lower emissions, better farmer livelihoods, and ... The post Why more countries are targeting livestock methane cuts  first appeared on Growing Returns.

Extreme weather like hurricanes, tropical storms and torrential rainfall are facts of life for many Florida communities. And the risks of such weather are increasing and worsening in severity with sea level rise, warming ocean temperatures and stressed ecosystems, making resilience-building an urgent priority. Despite these challenges, competing budget priorities have threatened state funding that would enable local governments to advance resilience-building solutions—that is until motivated groups across business and environmental sectors came together to advocate for funding to mitigate flooding impacts and build resilience.   Lawmakers met these demands and recently allocated $160 million ... The post Why we need a Resilient Florida  first appeared on Growing Returns.

Statement of EDF California Senior Director Katelyn Roedner Sutter

State regulators have an opportunity to ensure this transition prioritizes the economic well-being of North Carolina families over the profit margins of out-of-state developers and Duke Energy shareholders. The post Grid expectations: Re-wiring Duke Energy’s rate case for a clean energy future appeared first on Climate 411.

Part I: When wells go dry, neighbors decide to show up The post From water bankruptcy to hope: How a grassroots movement in Arizona made history (Part 1) first appeared on On the Water Front.

Lessons from the front lines after making history Read Part 1 of this special feature here.  “I woke up feeling hopeful in this valley for the first time in a long while,” Steve Kisiel told me early in the morning on Dec. 19, 2024. We were talking on the phone within minutes after the Willcox Active ... The post From water bankruptcy to hope: How a grassroots movement in Arizona made history (Part 2) first appeared on On the Water Front.

President Trump’s signature tax law has limited choices for American families and imposed new costs. There has been nothing beautiful about it.

Soot, made up of tiny toxic particles that lodge deep in the lungs, results in severe health harms, including premature death.

President Trump’s signature tax law has limited choices for American families and imposed new costs. There has been nothing beautiful about it.

Senate farm bill falls short by cutting conservation funding and investments in research and assistance farmers need to stay resilient and competitive.

“This is a crucial next step to expand North America’s largest economy-wide carbon market, pioneered by California in partnership with Québec [...]"

By Benek Robertson Satellite data confirms what frontline communities have been saying for years: methane leaks are a serious problem in the San Joaquin Valley. New analysis of observations collected by MethaneSAT during 2024 and 2025 shows that the oil and gas operations in the San Joaquin Basin emit 18 tonnes of methane every hour, ... The post Satellite data reveals high emissions in San Joaquin Valley, offering California officials clear opportunity to protect communities, climate appeared first on Energy Exchange.

Still in shock from last month’s electric bill? If you’re worried about how much turning on the AC is going to cost you this summer, check out these smart, cheap ways to cool down your home and keep your electric bill in check.  

Utah's Board of Oil, Gas and Mining finalized updates to its oil and gas bonding regulations after 7 years of review, reducing future taxpayer costs.

Across Ireland, dairy farmers are working to produce nutritious food while reducing emissions, caring for the land and adapting to a changing climate. As the country seeks to address the significant methane footprint of its agricultural sector, farmers are exploring new approaches that support both environmental goals and farm viability. Their experiences offer an important ... The post What sustainability looks like on a modern dairy farm in Ireland first appeared on Growing Returns.

Climate change is making extreme heat and heat waves worse. We need to act fast to cut the heat-trapping pollution that fuels climate change.

The new SBTi Corporate Standard provides companies with more flexibility to pursue climate goals. Here are five priorities for how companies should maximize resilience and competitiveness with impact. The post Corporate action on climate: Today’s competitive advantage appeared first on EDF+Business.

California sent a Notice of Intent to sue to the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding its illegal $120 million buyout of the Golden State Wind.

The Lead Service Line Replacement Collaborative recognized 16 people and programs leading the charge on getting the lead out of U.S. water systems.

UN Secretary-General calls for accelerated global action to cut methane, one of the clearest tests of whether the world can deliver on its climate goals

[Ver la versión en español de este artículo] Water connects people, places, and generations. It carries stories, sustains livelihoods and shapes the landscapes we call home. And yet, despite how deeply shared water is, participation in water decision-making is not always shared equally. In places like the Salinas Valley, structural barriers, from technical complexity to ... The post Building water leadership through community in the Salinas Valley first appeared on On the Water Front.