Environmental Justice
Friday, September 20, 2024
Solar power drives change in Ohio’s disadvantaged areas
Ohio's most vulnerable communities are set to benefit from more than $312 million in federal funding aimed at reducing energy costs and promoting envi…
Friday, September 20, 2024
New OSHA rule aims to protect Florida workers from deadly heat
A new federal proposal to protect workers from extreme heat is being hailed as a potential lifesaver by labor advocates, even as Florida faces …
Friday, September 20, 2024
Duke Energy's proposed rate hike, profits under fire
Duke Energy is facing criticism over its proposed rate hikes of up to 16%, while delaying the retirement of its coal-fired power plants in Indiana…
Thursday, September 19, 2024
MI included in landmark EPA climate investment
Michigan's most vulnerable communities are receiving federal funding to fight the devastating effects of climate change. It's part of the $27 billion …
TN group echoes global call: No money for nuclear weapons
A Knoxville-based environmental group is raising awareness about increasing U.S. nuclear weapons spending and supporting this week's global effort to …
Van Hollen introduces federal 'climate superfund' legislation
New federal legislation would make polluters pay for the costs of climate change mitigation. On Thursday, Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., introduced …
Coushatta Tribe works to overcome obstacles to recycling program
By Taylar Dawn Stagner for Grist.Broadcast version by Mark Richardson for Louisiana News Connection reporting for the Grist-Public News Service Collab…
Indianapolis neighborhood fears ongoing lead contamination Superfund site
By Enrique Saenz for Mirror Indy.Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the Mirror Indy-Free Press Indiana-Public News …
Leaders to gather in NC to tackle health impacts of pollution, climate change
Environmental leaders are set to gather in Durham to address how climate change is impacting human health and well-being. Emily Wolfe, health …
LA climate activists target Wall Street
Environmental activists of various faiths and denominations are spending the summer protesting on Wall Street to highlight the effects financial marke…
Climate activists along TX coast want LNG ban
Climate and environmental activists along the Texas Coast are celebrating after receiving favorable news from an insurance company covering liquefied …
Supreme Court decision could impact wildlife and public lands
A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision could affect public lands and wildlife in places like Wyoming. In June, the nation's highest court overturned a …