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Testimony in support of the Rice’s whale
Today we testified before the National Marine Fisheries Service in support of their proposal to designate critical habitat for Rice’s Whales under the Endangered Species Act
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Testimony in support of stronger reporting requirements for oil and gas pollution
Electric vehicles are good. We can make them better.
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Electric Vehicles Save Money for Government Fleets
State and local governments around the country could save a total of nearly $11 billion in lifetime expenses by purchasing EVs as opposed to gasoline-powered vehicles for their light-duty fleets over the next 10 years.
Full Letter— Parents, environmentalists to Google: stop Chromebooks from expiring this summer
The Threat of “Forever Chemicals”
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, more commonly known as PFAS, are dangerous for public health. Because these “forever chemicals” are nearly indestructible, PFAS build up in the bodies of humans over time and persist in the environment. PFAS can cause kidney cancer, thyroid disruption, reduced responses to vaccination, and other health problems.
Shining Cities 2022 (Texas version)
Less driving is possible
Residents of several states and cities have driven fewer miles on average in recent years than they did two decades ago. This decline suggests that Americans’ high levels of driving are not inevitable.