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Firefighters Feel the Burn of Climate Change

The Chiwaukum Fire in Washington, started by lightning, that burned more than 14,000 acres in July 2014.

California is experiencing a lengthier fire season, part of a global trend that puts firefighters on the front lines of a changing climate.

Hispanic Heritage Month: A Time to Celebrate and Agitate

Earthjustice Vice President of Litigation for Healthy Communities, Lisa Garcia

This fall, as we honor Hispanic and Latino Americans, we must also continue the fight for a healthy environment in communities of color.

A Monumental Opportunity for Ocean Protection

An octopus hides in the rocks in Welker Canyon.

Members of the public are urging President Obama to protect New England’s Caches Ledge and “Grand Canyons” and seamounts by declaring them a National Marine Monument.

Navy Sonar Settlement Brings Historic Win for Whales

Melon headed whales like these on the west side of Hawai'i island will now be protected from dangerous mid-frequency sonar training and testing.

For the first time ever, the Navy has agreed to put vast swaths of important habitat for numerous marine mammals off limits to dangerous sonar training and testing.

Attacks on Solar Power Aren’t off to a Good Start

Solar panels at Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center in Montezuma County, Colorado

A diverse coalition of community, environmental and renewable energy industry organizations are fighting to keep solar power affordable and economically competitive against heavily subsidized fossil fuels.

In Memoriam of Zeke Grader

Zeke Grader, an environmental leader who served as executive director of the Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen's Association for nearly 40 years, passed away on Labor Day.