Why a Coalition of Labor Unions and Environmental Groups Endorsed Joe Biden
The BlueGreen Alliance sees the reelection of Donald Trump as an "existential threat," while Joe Biden has put "good paying jobs" at the center of his climate plan.
Julie Grant
Is It Safe to Bring Your Reusable Bags Back to the Grocery Store?
When the coronavirus pandemic hit, many grocery stores banned reusable bags. Now, with more known, reusables are making a comeback.
What Interior Department’s Victories and Defeats Mean for the Oil Industry
Interior's rule to weaken bird protections that favored the oil industry was thrown out by a judge. But the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge will open for drilling.
Ohio Energy Scandal ‘Vindicates’ Renewables Advocates
An alleged bribery scheme at the highest levels of Ohio politics benefitted nuclear and coal plants. Renewable energy companies say the deck has been stacked against them for years.
Environmental Groups Win New Coke Oven Regulation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency conceded in federal court that it failed to properly regulate certain aspects of coke ovens, like those at U.S. Steel’s plant in Clairton.
A Legal Victory for Landowners Fighting Pipelines
A federal appeals court said the agency in charge of interstate pipelines cannot indefinitely delay landowner appeals of pipeline projects.
Invasive Lanternfly Spotted in Pittsburgh Area
Keep an eye out for the nymphs of the Spotted Lanternfly, which can devastate some crops and ooze a sticky substance that encourages a black mold.
How Environmental Groups are Reckoning with Racial Bias
From sending out statements of solidarity with Black Lives Matter, to diversifying their boards and staff, environmental groups are realizing they have to change.
Tracking Trump’s 100 Environmental Rollbacks
The lasting legacy of some key rollbacks will be to limit the ability of future administration to regulate the environment and climate.
Racist birding incident sparks joyful online event #BlackBirdersWeek
Black birders celebrate their passion and share their experiences. “I haven't had something in my life that has been so fulfilling, and that I can put so much of my energy into and get so much joy out of it."
