2023 has been a big year for climate accountability in the courts
From a groundbreaking trial in Montana to a “truly historic” human rights hearing in Europe, climate change litigation took big steps forward this year.
Mass action planned at heart of Joe Manchin’s coal empire
"Joe Manchin clearly has no plan other than more of the same for the future of West Virginia," said one organizer. "More of the same maltreatment and exploitation of the poorest people in this country."
Lockdown-size emission cuts are needed every two years to combat climate crisis
The concern now is whether countries can build on the reductions caused by the pandemic, or if emissions will increase again as economies reopen.
99.9% of scientists agree on human-caused climate change
“Our study helps confirm that there is no remaining scientific uncertainty about the urgency and gravity of this task.”
Three states petition EPA to classify PFAS compounds as hazardous air pollutants
North Carolina, New Jersey and New Mexico petitioned the Environmental Protection Agency to begin regulating PFAS “forever chemical” air emissions.
EPA proposes regulating two common ‘forever chemicals’ under superfund law
“We applaud EPA’s action to address the PFAS crisis plaguing communities across the country. It is an important first step that will hold polluters accountable and start cleaning up contaminated sites.”
China announces giant pandas no longer endangered because of conservation efforts
Conservation efforts successfully increased the "iconic animals' population" where no they are considered "vulnerable."
64% of world’s farmland at risk from pesticide pollution, study finds
"This is important because the wider scientific literature has found that pesticide pollution can have adverse impacts on human health and the environment."
Humanity’s shrinking window: Reversing the Amazon’s slide toward the tipping point
A closer look at the Amazon’s declining health and its global implications.
Bernie Sanders pledges to offset campaign travel costs; first 2020 presidential candidate to go...
“Bernie Sanders is a champion in the fight for climate justice and, like him, we know we need to address our emissions through action, not just rhetoric.”