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The Supreme Court Ends Chevron Deference—What Now?

ExplainerUnited StatesJeff Turrentine
For one, the ability of federal agencies like the EPA to set rules and enforce environmental protections now shrinks.
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It’s Time to Talk about Climate Anxiety

ExplainerUnited StatesJenny Shalant
Don’t bottle it up—openly acknowledging your climate anxiety and grief gives you the power to heal and move forward.
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Can Hydrogen Help Combat the Climate Crisis?

ExplainerUnited StatesSusan Cosier
Hydrogen hubs across the country seek to fuel high-emission industries with cleaner energy.

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Philly Celebrates Launch of New Transit Advocacy Coalition

Expert BlogEmily Barkdoll, Kari Ross
Transit Forward Philadelphia, an unprecedented coalition of local organizations focused on making the regional transit network more equitable, accessible, safe and sustainable, celebrated its official launch today. Member groups representing labor, commerce, elderly rights, health and the environment have united…

The City Insider Proving that Mayors Can Lead on Climate

NRDC in ActionChicagoNicole Greenfield
Chris Wheat, who helped make Chicago a greener place from inside its city hall, is now helping empower city governments across the country to realize their many climate ambitions.

Mayor Garcetti’s Directive Propels LA Transportation Efforts

Expert BlogCarter Rubin
Transportation initiatives in new L.A. executive directive will accelerate efforts to cut carbon emissions from transportation and create safer and more livable streets. Here’s to riding in fast and frequent electric buses in dedicated lanes, with smooth sidewalks and tree…

AEO 2020: Renewables Clinch Power Sector

Expert BlogRachel Fakhry, Robert Harding
Renewable energy races ahead of coal and gas in the United States--but to achieve the Paris Climate Agreement more policy action is needed.