Media Releases
VICTORY: Gov. Newsom signs bill limiting bee-killing pesticides
Makes California the tenth state to take similar action to save the bees.
Release: Gov. Newsom cements California’s climate leadership
New clean energy policies will speed up California’s path to 100% clean energy
PennEnvironment, Three Rivers Waterkeeper announce intent to sue Styropek USA to stop plastic pollution
PennEnvironment and Three Rivers Waterkeeper announced Tuesday that they have sent a formal notice of intent to sue BVPV Styrenics LLC and its parent company, Styropek USA, Inc., for alleged violations of the federal Clean Water Act at their plastic manufacturing facility in Monaca, PA. The environmental groups allege the Styropek facility routinely discharges wastewater and stormwater that is illegally filled with the small plastic beads, called “nurdles,” that are manufactured at the plant.
Coalition welcomes furnace efficiency standards
Consumer, energy efficiency, environmental, and utility stakeholders welcomed a significantly strengthened federal efficiency standard for home furnaces announced by the Department of Energy on Friday.
Broad coalition of groups urges Energy Department to finalize water heater efficiency standards
Consumer, climate, and health advocates called on the U.S. Department of Energy to promptly finalize water heater efficiency standards.
Updated 2023 mid-hurricane season resource guide: data, resources & interview opportunities
The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 through November 30. This resource guide can help members of the media cover it more thoroughly and accurately.
PTA, NEA join call for safe drinking water at school
With the back-to-school season in full swing, the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and National Education Association (NEA) called on the EPA to prevent lead contamination of schools' drinking water.
500,000 people ask Forest Service to protect mature forests from logging
Public comments submitted in support of forest conservation
Environmental advocates join tribal leaders to call for new Arizona monument
At public hearing, supporters call on President Biden to protect important cultural sites, endangered species, public health