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
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STATEMENT: Biden administration announces plan to restore bison, grasslands
Statement: US Postal Service’s electric vehicle purchases will help deliver a cleaner future
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Reconnecting habitats of elk, pronghorn, deer and more
Good news for wildlife! Biden administration launches new wildlife crossing program
Minnesota governor signs 100% clean electricity bill
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Minnesota Senate passes bill for 100% clean energy
The Minnesota State Senate passed a bill on Thursday that requires the state’s electric utilities to get all of their electricity from carbon-free sources by 2040.
100% clean energy bill clears Minnesota House
Legislation sets a new standard of 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040 passed the Minnesota House of Representatives by a vote of 70-60. The bill now moves on to the State Senate.
New interactive dashboard documents renewable energy growth
In 2021, America produced three times as much renewable electricity from the sun and the wind as in 2012, according to a new online dashboard released on Thursday by Environment America Research & Policy Center and Frontier Group.
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.
Shareholders tell General Mills to reduce plastic use
The shareholders of General Mills agree that the company can and should do more. This is such a positive sign, and we look forward to the company making solid commitments to move beyond plastics.