“Recycling” plastic by turning it into toxic smoke?
Burning plastic isn’t recycling, and it won’t solve our waste problem. It just pollutes our skies.
Clean air
Our country’s reliance on fossil fuels is leaving millions of Americans with polluted air to breathe.
The Latest on Clean air
New appliance efficiency standards curb pollution and reduce water waste
Efficient water heaters will cut pollution, save money, save lives
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Bees’ noses are blinded by air pollution
Small solar projects are delivering 10 times as much power as a decade ago
Biden administration pauses plans for new gas export facilities
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Less coal, more oil: Climate pollution trends by state
What can cities and states do to address leaf blowers and other gas-powered lawn equipment?
Interactive map of lawn mower and leaf blower policies
Electric Lawn Equipment 101
We only have one environment to enjoy living in, and once it’s gone it doesn't come back for an encore.Joe Bridger, Member, Environment North Carolina
We only have one environment
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New report: Wind & solar energy tripled in US over past decade
Data also shows significant increases in battery storage, EV registrations & charging points; highlights rapid solar growth in southeastern states
RELEASE: New interactive map, corporate disclosure show progress on lawn care electrification
Cities, states, corporations slashing pollution, noise from gas-powered lawn equipment
Statement: EPA tells power plants to clean up their act
New rules will slash toxic pollution, improve health
Methane emissions are accelerating climate change — here’s what we can do about it
Methane is one of the worst greenhouse gasses, and methane emissions are one of the biggest contributors to climate change.
Statement: New clean car standards are a win for consumers, health
Pollution limits among the strongest in the world