It's coal v clean fuels in the coming power struggle over EPA climate rules
Coal interests promise to fight the EPA's strict new rules on CO2 from power plants, in a battle that could shape the country's climate future.
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EPA sets tough standards on climate pollution from heavy trucks
The EPA said its new rule will cut a billion tons of CO2 from heavy trucks, which contribute a quarter of the climate pollution from the transportation sector.
EPA speaks on drinking water after Dali hazardous materials leak off ship
Fifty-six containers of hazardous materials were on board and several were breached, causing contents to spill into the harbor.
Climate Change Is Reversing Generations of Progress on Clean Air
There are places in this country where Americans are still waiting to be protected by their government from industrial waste.
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Mysterious California landfill fire raises major health fears
A reaction deep within Chiquita Canyon Landfill is releasing noxious gases and vapors, raising concerns for nearby residents.
It's Time for President Biden to Take on America's Trucking Cartel
President Joe Biden has just months to act on his promise to protect Americans from deadly freight pollution while making America a clean vehicle leader.
The U.S. Government Made a Peculiar Concession in Arizona v. Navajo Nation
The American Southwest is currently experiencing its worst drought in 1,200 years, hitting the Navajo Nation the hardest.
Joe Biden's Electric Car Planners Should Follow in Elon Musk's Footsteps
The federal government plans to spend $7.5 billion dollars to build out the U.S. electric vehicle charging network.
Republicans accused of hypocrisy over toxic waste bill
Environmentalists are concerned about sections of HR1, which would provide exemptions from environmental protections on industrial hazardous waste.
America has lost faith in the EPA
A majority of U.S. voters hold Michael Regan, the EPA administrator, responsible for the toxic spill in East Palestine, according to an exclusive Newsweek poll.
East Palestine mayor's fiery row with Ohio residents
The town's mayor clashed with residents who claimed he hadn't been returning their calls.
Why chemical waste from Ohio is headed to other states
Toxic waste from East Palestine is being transported to disposal sites in Ohio, but some is headed to Indiana and more might need to go elsewhere in the U.S.
Mike DeWine faces calls to resign as anger grows in Ohio over disaster
Protests were held in Ohio and Michigan at the weekend over the handling of the toxic spill and the decision to ship contaminated waste to other states.
"Persistent" pollutants from Ohio train fire spark concerns
Concerns have been raised by lawmakers and experts about the potential effect dioxins released from the fire near East Palestine could have on the food chain.
Sept. 11 fuels doubt about Ohio train derailment air quality
Residents in East Palestine, Ohio, aren't sure if they can trust the EPA and other government officials about the air quality.
Ohio toxic spill risks contaminating local water supplies for 5M people
A "contaminant plume" is working its way down the Ohio River.
"We basically nuked a town": Hazmat specialist on Ohio toxic spill
Officials have stressed that readings of toxic contamination are at safe levels, but residents and experts have raised concerns about allowing a return so soon.
Video of chickens allegedly killed by Ohio chemical spill viewed 2m times
There have been huge environmental concerns in East Palestine, Ohio, after several derailed train cars released toxic fumes.
Ohio train derailment could become full-blown ecological crisis
Experts say that how long the ecological impacts of the spill last will depend on the speed and effectiveness of the clean-up operation.
East Palestine couple suffering from "burning eyes" after Ohio toxic spill
A couple who moved to the Ohio town chasing the American dream exactly a year before a toxic spill now fear for the health of their 7-week-old baby.
Erin Brockovich demands Joe Biden "step up now" on Ohio train derailment
The controlled release of hazardous materials that caused a major fire in a train derailment in eastern Ohio has led to concerns about residents' safety.
Ohio River drinking water map: Toxic chemical spill raises impact concerns
Small amounts of chemicals were identified in the Ohio River after a train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, earlier this month.
Full list of toxic chemicals released from Ohio train derailment
A number of chemicals have been identified by EPA investigators in the surrounding areas, with the agency calling on the rail operator to pay for the clean-up.
Trump's second term as president would plunge EPA into "alternate universe"
Mandy Gunasekara, chief of staff at the EPA under Trump, told Newsweek the team would "follow the same, proven course" if he were to win the 2024 election.
Biden's EPA gets failing grade from climate change advocates
The Environmental Protection Agency has only made progress on two of its 10 climate change regulation rules for the power sector.
Jackson Has A $1 Billion Water Problem—Feds Gave Mississippi $75 Million
Many residents in Jackson have been without usable water following the flooding of the Pearl River.
Why the West Virginia v. EPA Ruling Matters for U.S. Climate Leadership
A perceived setback in the U.S.' commitment to climate change spells bad news on multiple fronts.
Will Biden's Climate Goals Be Derailed by the Supreme Court?
"I cannot think of many things more frightening," Justice Elena Kagan wrote in a dissenting opinion to a ruling that restricts the EPA's regulatory power.
SCOTUS Just Dealt a Major Blow to the Green Left—and a Win for Democracy
Rather than just trying to terrorize American citizens or ignore their wishes, the Green Left will now be forced to produce policies that protect nature without stomping out all natural human aspirations.
In The Name of 'Environmental Justice,' DOJ Betrays the Public Trust
An "environmental justice" initiative that abandons the principle of equal justice under law isn't worthy of the name.