The National Young Farmers Coalition’s Michelle Hughes discusses the shortcomings of the 2024 Farm Bill in a conversation with Ray Levy Uyeda.
Brace yourself for a blockbuster year on energy and climate
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As the Biden administration seeks to emphasize its climate and environmental accomplishments, it faces opposition from Republicans and industry groups who criticize its agenda. The article notes the potential impact of major environmental rules that the Biden administration aims to finalize early in the year and the ongoing legal battles, including a Supreme Court decision that could reshape regulatory frameworks. Environmental groups are gearing up to defend Biden's policies, emphasizing the stakes involved. Despite expectations of legislative gridlock in a divided Congress during an election year, unforeseen events may influence energy and environmental legislation. The article concludes with insights from experts highlighting the uncertain dynamics of the coming year in the context of energy and climate policy.
A new partnership between Nuveen and Perch Energy will allow residents of four South Bronx Section 8 apartment buildings to save up to 20% on their electricity bills by connectin
A proposed offshore wind port on Sears Island, Maine, has sparked debate among residents, environmentalists, and labor advocates.
The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has signed a consent decree requiring the EPA to act on haze pollution plans from Texas and 31 other states.
Multnomah County, Oregon, is suing fossil fuel companies, including Exxon, Shell, and Chevron, for their role in causing a deadly heat dome in June 2021
Hurricane Beryl, a Category 1 storm, caused multiple fossil fuel plants on the Gulf Coast to release toxic pollutants due to power outages that led to flaring.
Brent McNiel's home in Richmond, Texas, remained powered during Hurricane Beryl thanks to his solar and battery system from Sunrun Solar.
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has greenlit a significant methane gas pipeline project through predominantly Black and brown communities in Tennessee, raising environmental
CenterPoint Energy spent significantly less on tree maintenance compared to other utilities serving Greater Houston.
A record-breaking heat wave continues to afflict the U.S., particularly the East and West, with forecasts predicting its spread to the Southeast.
FEMA is revising its disaster rules to incorporate climate change impacts when rebuilding after floods.
Carlos Claussell Velez discusses the significant impact of trees in mitigating the effects of urban heat islands, particularly during heat waves.
Timet’s new titanium production facility in Ravenswood, West Virginia, will be the first industrial plant in the U.S. powered by a solar microgrid.
Aging water infrastructure in Texas's major cities is leading to significant water loss, with approximately 88 billion gallons wasted in the past year.
Albuquerque's efforts to ensure a stable water supply have been undermined by a critical issue: the El Vado Dam, a key infrastructure piece for the city's water management