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2025 look-ahead: protecting consumers, nature; cleaning up our air, water
PIRG, Environment America and their state groups are looking ahead to key consumer, health and environmental opportunities in 2025.
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Biden administration approves nation’s 10th offshore wind farm
An offshore wind farm approved off the Maryland coast marks the half-way point for reaching the president’s goal of 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2030
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How coal mining harms the environment
Coal mining harms our lands, waters, and wildlife even before burning contributes to coal air pollution and climate change
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Seeds covered with pesticides are killing bees
150 million acres of America's crops are planted with pesticide coated-seeds that are killing bees. Two states have said enough is enough.
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Lobby day secures bipartisan support for the Plastic Pellet Free Water Act
We spoke up in Washington, D.C. for microplastic free waters.
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Guide to planting a pollinator-friendly garden
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Local elected official letter to Walmart
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10 steps Whole Foods can immediately take to reduce single-use plastic
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Citizen’s Guide to Reducing Energy Waste
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Reconnecting Nature
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New Life for the Ocean
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Journey Through the Tongass
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