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Ozawa Bineshi Albert, with Casey Camp-Horinek (right).

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December 23, 2020 | Explainer

This Dreamy Alaskan Rainforest is a Buffer Against Climate Change

The Tongass National Forest is threatened by a rule change that would allow new clear-cut logging. We’re in court to defend the Tongass.

February 18, 2021 | Explainer

What You Need To Know About Chlorpyrifos

For half a century, U.S. staple foods such as corn, wheat, apples and citrus have been sprayed with chlorpyrifos, a dangerous pesticide that can damage the developing brains of children, causing reduced IQ and attention deficit disorders.

February 17, 2021 | Explainer

How Climate Change Is Fueling Extreme Weather

Carbon pollution is contributing to climate disasters that will only get worse unless we take action.

February 12, 2021 | Explainer

The People’s Environmental Law: The National Environmental Policy Act

The National Environmental Policy Act helps communities protect themselves from dangerous, rushed or poorly planned federal projects. Join us in standing up to defend it.

February 12, 2021 | Explainer

Danger in the Air

Earthjustice is defending the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards — a rule that saves up to 11,000 people from early deaths each year.

February 9, 2021 | Explainer

FAQ: Standing Rock Litigation

What’s happening now in the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s lawsuit challenging the Dakota Access Pipeline.

February 8, 2021 | Explainer

National Monuments At Risk

And why we're in court to save them.

November 5, 2020 | Explainer

What You Should Know About Genetically Engineered Salmon

A short guide to the first laboratory-created animal approved for human consumption.

August 27, 2020 | From the Experts

Come on, Florida. It’s Time to Help More Citizens With Energy Efficiency

It’s ridiculous that Florida utilities rank near the bottom of all states when it comes to providing energy efficiency programs.

August 20, 2020 | Explainer

Timeline: Defending America’s Arctic

Earthjustice has been advocating against drilling in the Arctic for decades. Here’s how we got to where we are today.

August 18, 2020 | Explainer

What You Should Know About Liquefied Natural Gas and Rail Tanker Cars

Under current federal law, it’s considered too dangerous to carry liquefied natural gas in tank cars. The Trump administration is attempting to change that.

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