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The Case for Retrofitting India's Auto-Rickshaws

Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra
Auto-rickshaws, or the ubiquitous three-wheelers, are the dominant mode of public transport in medium and small cities in India, accounting for 42–76% of public transportation trips. Even in larger cities, auto-rickshaws still account for 8% of public transport. By 2030, India's extensive fleet…

Food Waste 101

GuideUnited StatesShelia Hu
An overview of why we throw away so much food, how it impacts people and the planet, and what we can do to waste less.

NRDC Report: Cleaner Cars Drive Benefits for Health and Wallets

Press ReleaseUnited States
WASHINGTON – The clean car policies of the Biden administration will deliver unprecedented benefits to the American people, including billions of dollars of savings, more vehicle options and less pollution, a new report from NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) shows.

A Zero-Emissions Future for U.S. Freight

Expert BlogUnited StatesGuillermo A. Ortiz

The Biden administration set a national zero-emission freight goal, targeting cleaner air and climate leadership. 

Environmental Groups Challenge Highway Expansion Project in Court

Press ReleaseCalifornia
Environmental groups filed suit today to challenge the Yolo I-80 highway expansion project. Citing a flawed environmental impact report that understates the true impacts to traffic, climate and air quality, the groups petitioned the courts to require Caltrans to redo…

Colorado Legislative Roundup: 2024

Expert BlogColoradoAlana Miller

This legislative session, Colorado once again solidified its place as a climate leader by taking on new and innovative approaches to reduce emissions and protect the environment.

CTC Lets Flawed Yolo 80 Project Cut the Line

Expert BlogCalifornia, SacramentoCarter Rubin

CTC's $105M highway widening grant shows it has lost the plot when it comes to following Governor Newsom’s and the Legislature’s stated climate directives.

Colorado Reducing Housing Costs by Removing Parking Mandates

Press ReleaseUnited States
DENVER – Colorado lawmakers passed important legislation today that will reduce the cost of housing, expand housing options near transit, curb urban sprawl, and encourage more sustainable transportation options. Passage of HB-1304 Minimum Parking Requirements removes minimum parking requirements for…