New York is about to pass a law that would prohibit new buildings from being constructed with gas infrastructure, making it the first state in the U.S. to do so. This law aims to reduce the state’s greenhouse gas emissions …
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A study has found that TV news coverage of climate change lacks people of color as guests in climate segments, a new analysis found, despite communities of color bearing the most impact from climate change. The analysis also found a …
The Executive Order contains a series of directives requiring all federal agencies to make environmental justice part of its mission by requiring agencies to identify and address disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects of their programs, policies, …
The Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at Texas Southern University has received a $5 million grant from the Waverley Street Foundation. The grant will be used to expand the center’s research and outreach efforts, as well as support …
Massachusetts State Representative Adrian Madaro has proposed a bill that would provide funding to cities and towns to plant more trees in public spaces. The bill, called “An Act promoting green infrastructure and reducing carbon emissions,” aims to combat climate …
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The Sabin Center for Climate Change Law and the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) have launched a new online tracker called the “Inflation Reduction Act Tracker.” The tracker provides updates and analysis on the progress of the proposed Inflation Reduction Act, …
The EPA is seeking input on its $3 billion Environmental and Climate Justice (ECJ) program funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act. The Request for Information will allow the EPA to hear from communities and other stakeholders on how the …
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Environmental justice advocates and activists in Michigan are adopting new tactics to combat polluters in the state. Activists are leaning into community science, which involves residents gathering data on pollution in their communities and using that data to pressure regulators …
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Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey is ramping up her environmental focus, with a focus on climate change, toxic substances, and the environment. Environmental justice advocates are calling for more action from Healey, specifically around holding polluters accountable and investigating environmental …
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Cook County (Illinois) has announced funding of nearly $16 million to improve climate resilience in environmental justice communities throughout suburban parts of Cook County. The funding will be used for projects such as upgrading sewer infrastructure, creating green infrastructure, and …
