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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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Clean Energy a Michigan Cornerstone

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
More than ever, clean energy seems to be pervading and sustaining every aspect of Michigan–making the case that clean energy can be the cornerstone for advancements in jobs, power, and health in the state.

Jeopardizing Michigan’s Climate and Health Outlook

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
Michigan’s House voted against Governor Whitmer’s executive order that would better position the government to protect the health and safety of families across the state. The move is more than tone deaf, it’s dangerous, especially as NRDC’s new report underscores…

A Clean Energy Carol for Michigan

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
The holidays are upon us once more, which means it’s time to cherish who we have in our lives and give back what we can. It’s also a time to reflect on progress made since last year. When it comes…

Michigan Leads Midwest in Rural Clean Energy Boom

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
A new NRDC report shows that clean energy makes up a greater share of jobs in the rural places in Michigan than in any other Midwestern state, with 1 out of every 24 rural jobs in clean energy industries.

Happy Energy Efficiency Day 2018: Michigan Spotlight

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
Happy 3rd annual national Energy Efficiency Day! In Michigan, we have a lot to celebrate as energy efficiency has quickly become the cornerstone of the state's clean energy future.

Nixing Michigan Gas Plant has Precedent

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
As we near the date for the Commission’s decision on DTE’s $1 billion gas plant, it’s important to remember that not too long ago the state faced a similar proposed gas build from Consumers Energy. That plant was never built—and…

Calling on Michigan Climate and Clean Energy Mayors

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
Over 600 Michigan residents are pushing their Mayors to sign on to a letter asking the Public Service Commission if building a one billion dollar gas plant is necessary, when cleaner, cheaper options are available.

Michigan Energy Package One Year Anniversary

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
It’s been one year since the Michigan legislature came together to support a vision for an affordable, reliable, and clean energy future. To celebrate PA 341 and PA 342’s anniversary and recap what has felt like Christmas year round, I…

Michigan Mayors, Legislators, Utilities Say Act on Climate

Expert BlogAriana Gonzalez
President Donald Trump may have called for a withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, but Michigan’s cities, businesses, and universities have announced their intent to fulfill the agreement goals anyway.