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The updated chemical safety law has the potential to make Americans a whole lot safer.
October 24, 2016

Seven Ways This New Chemical Law Will Make You Safer

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Toxic Exposure & Health Program

Updates to the chemical safety law known as TSCA will help to better protect Americans from toxic chemicals.

Trees in the Adirondacks change colors in the fall months drawing thousands of visitors every year.
September 19, 2016

Five Autumn Adventures Under Threat

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Headquarters Office

Get outside and enjoy these fall escapes—before it’s too late.

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July 15, 2016

Pints that Pack a Punch: A Conversation with Jerry of Ben & Jerry’s

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Headquarters Office

Recently, Earthjustice sat down with Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry’s to talk about ice cream, GE labeling and the inspiration behind the Bernie’s Yearning flavor.

fields in Hawaii
June 17, 2016

Hawai‛i’s Fight Against GMOs Rages On

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Mid-Pacific Office

Hawai‛i’s people recently took the next step in the battle to protect themselves and their environment from genetically engineered crops.

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April 6, 2016

Doggie Dilemma: Limiting Flame Retardant Exposure in Pets

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Headquarters Office

New regulations are making it easier for consumers to find products free of flame retardants, but there’s much more work to do to limit the exposure of these toxic chemicals to both people and pets.

Grizzly 399 and three of her cubs walk down Pilgrim Creek Road in Grand Teton National Park.
March 9, 2016

Iconic Grizzly Bear to Become More Vulnerable

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Headquarters Office

After decades of work to save them, government regulators are proposing to remove federal protections for Yellowstone’s iconic grizzlies.

Grand Canyon
March 9, 2016

Top Six Reasons to Keep the Grand Canyon Grand

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Headquarters Office

There are plenty of reasons why major developments shouldn’t be allowed on the doorstep of Grand Canyon National Park. Here are just six.

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February 10, 2016

Keeping the Wolverine Wild

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Headquarters Office

Earthjustice is once again fighting to protect the wolverine, a tough-as-nails creature that’s nevertheless extremely vulnerable to climate change and development.

February 9, 2016

La Raza y la Justicia Ambiental: Una Conversación Con la Activista Vernice Miller-Travis

By Jessica A. Knoblauch

En esta entrevista, Vernice habla de la evolución de su relación con la EPA y la necesidad de un diálogo nacional más profundo sobre justicia ambiental. Vernice ha encontrado una manera extraordinaria de mantenerse positiva, aun después de enfrentar tantos retos ecológicos.

Vernice Miller-Travis
February 9, 2016

Race & Environmental Justice: A Conversation with Activist Vernice Miller-Travis

By Jessica A. Knoblauch  /  Headquarters Office

A Conversation with Activist Vernice Miller-Travis, a longtime environmental justice advocate and cofounder of WE ACT for Environmental Justice.