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NYC politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

11 States Are Eyeing Laws to Make Fossil Fuel Industry Pay for Climate Crisis

Growing momentum for climate Superfund laws aims to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for climate change damages.
NYC politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

11 States Are Eyeing Laws to Make Fossil Fuel Industry Pay for Climate Crisis

Growing momentum for climate Superfund laws aims to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for climate change damages.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Mayor backs contaminated land law in child's name

"The Mayor supports the London Assembly's motion in favour of Zane's Law. He shares the Assembly's concerns over impacts on Londoners, and the potential for land which may be contaminated not to be identified as such, particularly given the responsibility sits between the local authorities and the Environment Agency."
London politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

First Nations call for Ontario minister to resign over clean drinking water bill | CBC News

Anishinabek Nation Grand Chief Linda Debassige expressed her shock and disappointment at Environment Minister Todd McCarthy's stance against Bill C-61, advocating for clean drinking water rights for First Nations. She stated, ''The environment minister needs to resign, he's got to go.'' This sentiment resonated with many First Nations leaders, who feel let down by the provincial government's opposition to legislation aimed at ensuring access to clean drinking water across their communities.
Canada news
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Latest line: A good week for Buffy Wicks, a bad week for Floyd Mitchell

Buffy Wicks has successfully championed a new bill that streamlines environmental reviews for infill housing development, aiming to address housing shortages and reduce costs in urban areas.
California
#california
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Sen. Ben Allen Moves to Protect California's Freshwater - Streetsblog California

California is taking charge of freshwater protection due to shifting federal regulations.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

California bill would restore wetlands protections in wake of Supreme Court ruling

California lawmakers propose legislation to restore protections for streams and wetlands in response to a Supreme Court ruling.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Central Valley Grocery Store Lends Helping Hand To Immigrant Community | KQED

SF politics
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Sen. Ben Allen Moves to Protect California's Freshwater - Streetsblog California

California is taking charge of freshwater protection due to shifting federal regulations.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

California bill would restore wetlands protections in wake of Supreme Court ruling

California lawmakers propose legislation to restore protections for streams and wetlands in response to a Supreme Court ruling.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Central Valley Grocery Store Lends Helping Hand To Immigrant Community | KQED

#pfas
France politics
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

France's parliament votes to ban some uses of 'forever chemicals'

France is taking legislative action to ban PFAS by 2026, reflecting growing concerns over the health impacts of these 'forever chemicals.'
France politics
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

France's parliament votes to ban some uses of 'forever chemicals'

France is taking legislative action to ban PFAS by 2026, reflecting growing concerns over the health impacts of these 'forever chemicals.'
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

WATCH: Florida Senator Passes Out While Speaking at Press Conference

I've gotta sit down because I am not feeling well. Immediately after finishing her sentence, Garcia slumped over and fell to her side.
SF politics
#uk-government
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Labour's great nature sellout is the worst attack on England's ecosystems I've seen in my lifetime | George Monbiot

The new government bill poses a severe threat to England's ecosystems by dismantling vital environmental protections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Labour's great nature sellout is the worst attack on England's ecosystems I've seen in my lifetime | George Monbiot

The new government bill poses a severe threat to England's ecosystems by dismantling vital environmental protections.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

'The Bottle Bill Is Just the Beginning': How Canners Can Make a Cleaner, Better City

The Bigger Better Bottle bill seeks to improve recycling initiatives and living conditions in New York City by increasing deposit fees and expanding beverage container coverage.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

John J. LaFalce, Democrat Congressman Who Fought for Consumers, Dies at 85

John J. LaFalce, a former congressman known for his strong consumer protection and environmental laws, passed away at 85 from kidney failure. He served 14 terms.
SF politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

J. Bennett Johnston, Who Shaped U.S. Energy Policy, Dies at 92

J. Bennett Johnston Jr. shaped America's energy policies during a pivotal period, advocating for nuclear power while managing complex interests in the wake of the Three Mile Island accident.
US politics
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

The path forward is clear': how Trump taking office has turbocharged' climate accountability efforts

Trump's re-election has significantly boosted climate accountability efforts, inspiring laws that hold polluters financially responsible for climate damages.
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