Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Toxic forever chemicals found in almost 75 percent of stain and waterproof gear sold...

Nearly three-quarters of water- and stain-resistant products contain toxic forever chemicals, a new report has found.  Public health and...

India’s decision to eliminate single-use plastic bags by 2022 is ‘game-changing’

"It is the duty of each one of us, to ensure that the quest for material prosperity does not compromise our environment."

Landmark inquiry in Philippines backs accountability for ‘climate-polluting’ corporations

"We enjoin all Filipinos to stand up for climate and environmental justice, and ensure our elected officials in the next administration take this to heart."

Progressive Briefing for Monday, October 8

Humans, fish and other animals are consuming microfibers in our food and water, Trump's pick for energy innovation is invested in Big Oil, and Susan Collins' challenger raises millions after vote for Kavanaugh.

Alleging ‘failures’ to protect drinking water, coalition urges EPA to take over Ohio fracking...

Ohio’s “permissive” regulation of fracking waste injection wells threatens public health and the environment, a petition to the EPA says.
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Beloved bear that recovered from massive wildfire burns found shot dead

"We will remember Cinder for the gentle, calm bear she was and for the pain and suffering and inspiration she became to so many humans."

England to ban more single-use plastic items

The UK government is set to ban additional single-use plastic items like plates and cutlery in England, after banning straws, stirrers and cotton swabs there in 2020.

Worldwide demand for oil to decline through 2028, new report

A new report from the International Energy Agency confirmed that high prices and security of supply concerns caused by the global energy crisis has shifted the world towards renewable energy.

Biden’s climate catastrophe: IRA unleashes fossil fuel frenzy, jeopardizing environmental future

This scenario poses a stark contradiction to the Act's intent of fostering a greener future.