Bellingham, Washington, seems like the perfect place to pass climate policies. But a recent fight proves…
Category: Environmental Updates
When the earth shakes in South LA, the results can be toxic
Friday's earthquake underscored the deadly risks in a region defined by both natural disasters and the…
Floods, power outages, no running water: Jails during Hurricane Ida
Louisiana plans extensively for hurricanes -- but not for protecting its 50,000 residents behind bars.
Biden may be the first president to take the risks of extreme heat seriously
The White House moves to create first-ever heat standards for workers.
Don’t expect heroes (or evil villains) in this history of the climate crisis
Who's responsible for this mess? A new book says it's complicated.
How weatherization can be a win-win for struggling Americans
Climate advocates are working to secure more funding for safer and more energy-efficient homes.
No, eradicating poverty is not gonna mess with climate goals
A new study finds we actually can lift people out of poverty without blowing our climate-conscious…
California seeks to make its low-carbon living more affordable
Three new laws promise to make cities denser and fairer.
LA County moves to ban oil and gas drilling
A unanimous vote from the county’s supervisors means L.A. County could become first in the nation…
The climate costs of keeping Line 5 open would be very high
Scientists estimate the pipeline could generate $41 billion in climate damages between 2027 and 2070.