EPA Allocates $2 Billion to Address Pollution in Low-Income Communities

Represents the largest federal investment in environmental justice efforts. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has opened applications for a first-of-its-kind grant program, allocating $2 billion to address pollution…

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New Highway Emission Rules Released by Administration

Some senators voice opposition to the climate agenda rules. On Thanksgiving eve, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released a set of new highway regulations dealing with emissions. Under the…

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Energy Department Supports Ocean Carbon Capture and Storage

Secretary Granholm says the projects “will develop groundbreaking new technologies to cut emissions.“ The Department of Energy recently announced that 11 projects across 8 states will receive a…

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USDA Announces Advancement of Agricultural Carbon Markets

 The report identifies challenges and solutions to pave the way for sustainable climate action in farming and forestry. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released a report,…

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Treasury Secretary Appoints Climate Counselor

The new department official will report to Secretary Yellen directly to support a net-zero emissions economy. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen appointed Ethan Zindler as the Treasury…

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EPA Proposes Rule on Portable Gas Generators

The agency seeks to restrict carbon emissions. The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a new rule under which the Consumer Product Safety Commission would tighten carbon monoxide emissions…

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EPA Publishes Final Rule for Hydrofluorocarbon Reduction

Mandates the 40 percent reduction of the polluting coolant in the coming four years. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published its final rule last week mandating the reduction…

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25 Attorneys General Caution EPA Regarding EV Proposal

The letter sent as part of public comment states the administration oversteps its authority. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received a letter from 25 state attorneys general stating…

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Energy Department Invests in Clean Energy Research

Funds 30 research projects at 16 National Laboratories. The Department of Energy distributed $21 million to 16 National Laboratories, allowing them to move forward with 30 projects exploring…

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Transportation Department Announces Funding for Buses

Both electric and “traditional” buses are included.  The Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration announced that $1.7 billion will be dispersed under the infrastructure law for over 1,700…

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