Our new website, Community Voices in Energy — a collaboration with Chicago-based Blacks in Green — equips frontline communities to participate as experts in climate and energy proceedings and influence energy investments. By ensuring that community members are able to share their direct experience on the record in public utility commission hearings, the site helps […]

Research shows that investing in flood resilience saves at least $6 for every $1 spent pre-disaster, which is why it’s so important to start planning for climate impacts now. Virginia leaders must continue to build flood resilience through four big initiatives. 

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Research shows that investing in flood resilience saves at least $6 for every $1 spent pre-disaster, which is why it’s so important to start planning for climate impacts now. Virginia leaders must continue to build flood resilience through four big initiatives. 

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Research shows that investing in flood resilience saves at least $6 for every $1 spent pre-disaster, which is why it’s so important to start planning for climate impacts now. Virginia leaders must continue to build flood resilience through four big initiatives. 

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New Website Helps People Have a Voice in Energy Decisions That Affect Their Lives, Communities

After a whirlwind and inspiring New York Climate Week, I’m looking ahead to COP28 and reflecting on the key themes that I want to carry forward. This year more than ever, food and agriculture sector issues were front of mind in the conversation, given companies even more opportunities and resources to take action. I came […]

Environmental groups advocate for improvements to strengthen EPA's methane rule

Florida is at an inflection report in energy affordability and a comprehensive report released today by partner organization Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance (SEEA) sheds light on the urgent need for action.

Over the last 87 years, Florida has spent at least $1.9 billion on beach nourishment, and state and local governments pay $30 to $50 million per year to maintain their coastlines. While this may mean beautiful beaches, taxpayers should question if beach nourishment alone is the best investment for Florida in the long-term.  

The post Will adding more sand to Florida’s beaches save them? Experts share why this isn’t enough. first appeared on Growing Returns.

Written by Moms Clean Air Force

Karina Martinez, our October Supermom of the Month, is motivated to advocate for strong clean air and climate protections by her toddler.

Written by Marcia G. Yerman

A consensus of climate change visionaries at the "Climate Forward" event shared their solutions for the future, and reiterated the importance of activism because it's a "renewable resource."

Developed by Environmental Defense Fund and Texas A&M University, the CVI visualizes the cumulative impacts many communities are experiencing from decades of inequitable development and systemic disinvestment.

EDF Statement from Mandy Warner, Pennsylvania Director