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Statement: US Postal Service’s electric vehicle purchases will help deliver a cleaner future
Statement: United Nations agree to framework for historic treaty to reduce global plastic pollution
Updates
Funding bill to ban fishing gear known to catch sea turtles, dolphins and more
New interactive dashboard documents renewable energy growth
Celebrating New England’s ocean treasures
The Latest
New dashboard finds US wind, solar tripled over past decade
In 2021, America produced three times as much renewable electricity from the sun and the wind as in 2012.
Upcoming Webinar: Uniting States for 100% Renewable Energy
Learn more about the latest trends, research and state advocacy to help America harness its abundant renewable energy potential.
Statement: PIRG, Environment America welcome Coca-Cola’s commitment to reuse
"Whales, sea turtles, birds and countless other animals are needlessly choking on and dying from microplastics from single-use products like beverage containers. We're pleased to see Coca-Cola's announcement today to say ‘Yes’ to reusable alternatives to single-use plastic."
U.S. District Court judge revokes historic oil and gas leases in the Gulf
This could be the beginning of the end of offshore drilling
Offshore wind becoming reality in Massachusetts: Vineyard Wind I breaks ground
The first commercial-scale offshore wind farm in the United States is closer to becoming a reality off the coast of Massachusetts.