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We Still Have a Lot to Be Thankful For

During this time of political upheaval, let's take a moment to reflect on all that we've accomplished this past year.

We’re Missing 90 Percent of the Dakota Access Pipeline Story

Dakota Access pipeline protest at the Sacred Stone Camp near Cannon Ball, North Dakota.

The Dakota Access pipeline protest is not a violent riot; it’s a solemn struggle to protect water and culture.

Our First National Park: More Precious Than Gold

View of Mineral Mountain at the entrance to the historic community of Old Chico, a popular tourist destination for those looking for peace and quiet. This will be the access road for Lucky Minerals drilling rigs and heavy equipment.

Mining proposals on the doorstep of Yellowstone National Park threaten the environment and the local economy.

The Fight for U.S. Climate Action Is Just Getting Started

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry delivers remarks at Cop22

As world leaders gathered last week in Marrakech to figure out how to avoid the end of the world as we know it, a surprising plot twist upped the suspense. After this election, can we still save the planet?

Can Your Diet Help Keep Climate Change at Bay?

What's on your dinner table? When it comes to greenhouse gas emissions, not all foods are created equal.

Fighting for a Clean Energy Makeover at the Largest Ports in the Nation

Container ship docked at the Port of Oakland

Freight pollution is a major player in poor air quality and greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. Here’s what we’re doing about it.

Port of Oakland Expansion Project Must Address Pollution

Guest contributor Margaret Gordon with the West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project says that vital environmental mitigation measures from the Port of Oakland could help reduce health problems for children in the region.

The Sunshine State’s Election Day Bright Spot

Solar panels on the roof of the Orlando Science Center.

Our work to accelerate the transition to a cleaner energy economy and to stave off the worst effects of climate change will continue to be filled with challenges in the days ahead. Earthjustice is standing alongside you to beat back the worst proposals that would dismantle the rise of clean energy. We will defend and advance all of our hard-fought gains.

UN Urges Bangladesh to Scrap Coal-Fired Power Plant Near Tiger Forest

Pressure is building on India to comply with the World Heritage Convention by protecting the precious Sundarbans through the rejection of a coal-fired coal plant proposal.