Since the start of President Trump’s second term, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has embarked on a sweeping rollback of public health and environmental protections that undermine both science and the future of life on Earth. From erasing well-established climate science from federal websites to redefining what is considered “safe” exposure to known carcinogens, these... Continue Reading →
The Threat of Autocracy: A Dangerous Path for Democracy and Social Security
YOUTUBE PODCAST FOR THIS POST! As the political landscape in our country continues to shift, many are concerned about the growing signs of autocratic tendencies within the current administration. These signs are not just about the president's policies but the vindictive nature with which those who oppose him are treated. It’s a sentiment that is... Continue Reading →
The Collapse of Government Support: How Communities Can Fill the Gaps
YOUTUBE Government support plays a crucial role in providing healthcare, food security, and essential services. However, in times of political instability, economic crises, or policy shifts, this safety net can become unreliable or disappear entirely. When this happens, communities must take action to ensure that people’s basic needs continue to be met. In the face... Continue Reading →
resident Biden, American families, automakers, and autoworkers agree: the future of transportation is electric. The President’s economic plan has generated an American, electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing boom that is creating new economic opportunity and tens of thousands of good-paying and union jobs across the country. Companies like Toyota, Honda, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and... Continue Reading →
FACT SHEET: President Biden’s Economic Plan Drives America’s Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Boom
Better to read at source as links are enclosed there, they did not port over for some reason. Senator Joe Manchin reportedly told Democratic leaders Thursday evening that he won’t support an economic package that contains new spending on climate change. It’s a major blow to the climate — and to the Biden administration’s campaign... Continue Reading →
Advocates urge Biden to declare climate a national emergency, which would unlock powers
Partnering Countries Will Harness the Power and Expertise of the U.S. Government, Philanthropic Groups and Academia to Scale Up Clean Energy Deployment and Investment WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States of America today announced the Net Zero World Initiative — a new partnership between countries working to implement their climate ambition pledges and accelerate transitions... Continue Reading →
U.S. Launches Net-Zero World Initiative to Accelerate Global Energy System Decarbonization
Local governments are having a say in how their nations revise climate goals ahead of COP26
One of the most unique features of the Paris Agreement is perhaps represented by the preamble paragraph itself: “Recognizing the importance of the engagements of all levels of government and various actors, in accordance with respective national legislations of Parties, in addressing climate change.” However, none of the first national climate plans (formally known as... Continue Reading →
Support for coal, oil and gas remains high despite pledges to tackle climate crisis The G20 countries have provided more than $3.3tn (£2.4tn) in subsidies for fossil fuels since the Paris climate agreement was sealed in 2015, a report shows, despite many committing to tackle the crisis. This backing for coal, oil and gas is... Continue Reading →