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A blurry image of a line of people wading through floodwaters from Tropical Storm Harvey in Beaumont Place, Houston, Texas, 2017

1.5 Degrees of Global Warming—Are We There Yet?

ExplainerUnited States, InternationalMolly Bergen
Here’s where the world stands in its fight against climate change. The end goal remains the same.
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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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The Right $1 Trillion Infrastructure Plan for America

Expert BlogShelley Poticha
Democrats and President Trump both want to improve the nation’s infrastructure. To do so, the key is to prioritize the needs of the people and the environment—not the pockets of investors and industry CEOs.

Disruption and Unity: Cities Stand Strong on Climate in 2016

Expert BlogShelley Poticha
As we close out 2016 and prepare for the challenges of an incoming administration, many are worried that progress in combating climate change and working toward a society where all can prosper could stall.

Saving Energy While Staying Comfortable Year-Round

Expert BlogUnited StatesAnthony Guerrero

With the implementation of NRDC’s real-time reporting software (Noveda) a few years ago, we are now able to pin-point opportunities for improvement and report on the effectiveness of ECMs once implemented.

NRDC NY Office Diverts 84% of its Waste from Landfill

Expert BlogAnthony Guerrero
Across all offices, NRDC has always had strong waste management practices. This past spring our New York office was given the chance to take these practices to the next level by participating in Mayor de Blasio’s Zero Waste Challenge (ZWC).

Jane Jacobs, Savior of Cities

PerspectivesUnited StatesJeff Turrentine
A new biography, documentary, and opera all celebrate the passion and ideas of urban life’s staunchest defender.