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Using a loophole, the Trump administration exempted coal power plants from mercury and arsenic limits, polluting the air we breathe.

The progress we have secured is a testament to the fact that the law and science are on our side. It also reflects the desire of most people across the country for a safer and cleaner world. Our shared wins represent decades of painstaking work, culminating in concrete measures that will save lives across the country. We’re celebrating our victories and the many opportunities ahead.

(7/07/2025, Updated) New York Independent System Operator’s (NYISO) failure to prepare New York’s grid for a clean energy future inhibits climate progress, fails to prioritize affordability, and harms New Yorkers’ health and pocketbooks. This letter urges the critically evaluation of NYISO’s statements and history of inaction in the wake of the misleading NYISO Power Trends summary report and press release and to consider next steps to reduce these obstacles.

EPA seeks to end limits on mercury and arsenic and climate pollution, increasing harm to communities and reversing progress on climate action

President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin say they care about clean air, water, and food — but their actions tell a different story.

Sixty-eight coal plants can now release more mercury, arsenic, and other heavy metals known to damage children’s brain development, trigger asthma attacks, and cause cancer.

We will defend the progress we have made and keep moving forward.

74 organizations respectfully submit this letter in reference to Kern County’s proposed “Revisions to Title 19-Kern County Zoning Ordinance (2025-A) Focused on Oil and Gas Local Permitting”

Without sufficient characterization of the wastewater generated by Saratoga Biochar Solutions (SBS), the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is unable to confirm that the Glens Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant can adequately treat the wastewater before being discharged to the environment or determine if its State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit would need to be modified to include appropriate monitoring and limits for any constituents in SBS’s wastewater.

First independent and in-depth report examines enforcement gaps in Syracuse’s preventative lead ordinance

Community and environmental groups represented by Earthjustice sued the Trump administration over its unlawful decision to exempt dozens of coal-fired power plants from stronger pollution limits set in the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards, or MATS. The exemptions, issued in April, allow 68 coal power plants to release more mercury, arsenic, and other heavy metals known to damage children’s brain development, trigger asthma attacks, and cause cancer.

First independent and in-depth report examines enforcement gaps in Syracuse’s preventative lead ordinance.

When companies burn coal in the U.S., significant amounts of mercury spew into our air. Now, that mercury is controlled, thanks to a federal rule that Earthjustice and our clients fought for, defended, and successfully expanded.

Attacks on clean air don’t just threaten the environment — they harm our health.

Letter to members of congress from groups opposing the coal leasing provisions in the reconciliation bill.

Letter to members of Congress from groups opposing border wall funding in reconciliation bill.

Letter to Members of Congress opposing the Biological Opinion on the Federally Regulated Oil and Gas Program Activities in the Gulf of Mexico Provision in the Reconciliation Bill.

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