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A Circle Line ferry sails past the Williamsburg Bridge as the Manhattan skyline is shrouded in smoke from Canada wildfires on June 6, 2023 in New York City. New York City is bathed in a blanket of unhealthy air as smoke from Canadian wildfires seeps across much of the eastern U.S. and Great Lakes areas. (NDZ/STAR MAX/IPx via AP)
From the Experts December 10, 2024

In the Face of a Trump Administration, Governor Hochul Can Advance New York’s Clean Air Goals

As the upcoming federal administration appears completely hostile to all environmental policies that would clean up our air, Governor Hochul must harness New York’s resources and market power to support life-saving regulations that tackle transportation pollution.

“Major companies like Amazon and FedEx are sacrificing the health of New Yorkers in the name of bigger profits,” said Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes. “The lack of oversight on last-mile warehouse operations has left our marginalized communities more vulnerable to toxic air emissions and its devastating consequences. I introduced The Clean Deliveries Act (CDA) to hold these companies accountable and give them actionable steps to align with New York State’s CLCPA mandates. Our communities' health is not for sale, and if they are going to operate in our communities, they must do so with transparency.”
Press Release December 9, 2024

ElectrifyNY Coalition Launches Mega-Warehouse Watchlist

The watchlist details the top 5 NY State Senate and Assembly districts with the highest population residing in mega-warehouse traffic areas;
Tailpipe emissions from e-commerce mega-warehouse traffic pump the air with toxic pollution causing high asthma, cardio, and pulmonary disease rates in Black, Latino/Hispanic, and low-income neighborhoods

Shipping containers pile high at the Port of Oakland.
(Image courtesy of Port of Oakland)
From the Experts November 25, 2024

Port of Oakland’s All-Electric Future is in Reach

Latest survey finds companies operating at the Port of Oakland are clamoring for all-electric equipment.

New York lawmakers, Bronx community members, and clean air advocates call on Governor Hochul to stay on course with the Advanced Clean Trucks rule. (Nydia Gutierrez / Earthjustice)
Press Release November 20, 2024

New York Lawmakers, Bronx Community Members, and Clean Air Advocates Call on Governor Hochul to Defend Clean Trucks

New Yorkers urge the governor to stand up for people, not polluters, and implement life-saving clean truck standards in full and on time to protect public health and the climate

Trains pass through the heart of downtown Barstow, California. (Matt Gush / Getty Images)
Press Release: Victory September 30, 2024

California and Environmental Groups Successfully Defend Zero-Emissions Rail Rule in Latest Court Ruling

Environmental justice groups joined California Attorney General to defeat legal challenge from rail industry

Freight trucks line up outside of a warehouse on Cyber Monday in San Bernardino. (Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice)
Press Release: Victory September 24, 2024

Judge Orders San Bernardino County To Redo Environmental Review of Bloomington Business Park

Warehouse project bringing 1,300 diesel truck trips per day in “diesel death zone” must undergo further scrutiny before development begins

Riverview Energy Corp. plans to build a coal-to-diesel plant one mile from the heart of Dale, IN. Citizens put up a billboard to voice their disapproval of the project. (Southwestern Indiana Citizens for Quality of Life)
Press Release: Victory August 3, 2023

Riverview Energy Loses Its Permit for Indiana Coal-to-diesel Refinery

Environmental groups have been fighting the project for more than five years

Progress Rail’s EMD Joule Battery Electric Locomotive. (Progress Rail)
From the Experts July 9, 2024

Four Facts the Rail Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know About Zero-Emissions Trains

With California charting a course for zero-emissions rail, some of America’s oldest monopolies are conniving to hit the brakes on clean air. Don’t believe their misinformation.

(James Olstein for Earthjustice)
feature October 21, 2024

Right To Zero: Building a Zero-emissions Future

We’re creating a zero-emissions reality from coast to coast.

Alejandra Ruedas, right, holds a sign at a rally before a California Air Resources Board public hearing to consider proposed Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation on Oct. 27, 2022, in Sacramento, Calif. (Chris Jordan-Bloch / Earthjustice)
From the Experts April 14, 2023

In The Race to End Diesel Truck Pollution, California Widens Its Stride

California is not just staying in the running, but picking up the pace for zero emissions.

feature October 11, 2024

Specific Types of Hydrogen Hub Projects That Could Impact Your Community

Each Hydrogen Hub will include a wide range of projects. Potential harms and benefits from specific projects will vary significantly.

An aerial shot of a shipping yard at the Port of Long Beach, California. (halbergman / Getty Images)
From the Experts September 24, 2024

No More Delays: Clean Up SoCal Port Pollution

It’s time for SoCal’s air regulators to build the political will and shape an Indirect Source Rule to shift port operations to zero emissions

Vast warehouses bump up against homes in Southern California. (David McNew / The New York Times)
From the Experts June 24, 2024

California Reins in Its Smoggy Warehouse Problem

A new approach to mega warehouse pollution is showing early success in the fight against diesel pollution. Everyone should be talking about Indirect Source Rules.

From the Experts August 16, 2023

The School Bus is About to Become More Magical in Maryland

Maryland looks to an electric ride for its youngest residents.

Earthjustice attorney Yasmine Agelidis speaks at a rally for electric school buses outside the Los Angeles Unified School District headquarters. The event was organized by the Los Angeles County Electric Truck and Bus Coalition. (Hannah Benet for Earthjustice)
Article November 6, 2024

There’s Still Hope on Climate

Earthjustice’s push for progress in the states and internationally means we can still make environmental progress.

A container ship docked at the Port of Oakland in California. (Cavan Images / Getty Images)
Press Release: Victory October 29, 2024

Three Billion in IRA Climate Funds Awarded to Electrify Ports Around the U.S.

Billions for the largest and most polluting ports in the nation will electrify operations, grow jobs, save lives

From the Experts August 5, 2024

Growing crops for fuel is not a climate solution. Sustainable agricultural practices aren’t going to change that.

Earthjustice and partners urge USDA to consider the full climate impact of crop-based biofuels when evaluating the potential benefits of using sustainable growing practices for biofuel production

Press Release May 4, 2012

Environmental Groups Call on EPA to Ban Diesel Use in Fracking

Poses serious risks to drinking water sources