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

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March 27, 2020 | From the Experts

What EPA’s ‘Enforcement Discretion’ During COVID-19 Really Means

The Environmental Protection Agency has used this tool in the past, but never with this breadth. And there is no end date.

March 25, 2020 | Article

Standing Rock Tribe Wins in Court After Years of Perseverance

A federal judge struck down permits for the Dakota Access Pipeline, even after COVID-19 precautions led to an unconventional day in court.

March 25, 2020 | Article

Under the Cover of COVID, Polluters Seek Free Pass to Pollute

Polluting industries are lobbying the government to loosen restrictions and waive monitoring requirements.

March 16, 2020 | From the Experts

Californians Want to Stop Burning Gas in Their Homes

In a new poll, 70% of Californians said they prefer efficient electric appliances powered by clean electricity instead of fossil gas.

March 13, 2020 | Article

This Stunning Wilderness Victory Is Proof We’re Stronger When We Work Together

A community came together to secure permanent protections for the Methow Valley in Washington state.

March 12, 2020 | Article

Major Victory for Alaska’s Majestic Trees and for the Climate

Protecting trees, particularly old-growth trees in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest, is a win for local communities and for the climate.

March 3, 2020 | Article

For Orcas and Salmon, This Dam Plan Is a Disaster

Leaders in the Pacific Northwest must step up where federal agencies have failed.

February 20, 2020 | Article

In the Heartland, Human Waste Floods Homes

Centreville community members are pushing for solutions to this environmental injustice.

February 13, 2020 | Article

She Grew up in the Amazon, and Now She’s Fighting For Its Life

Brazilian politician Marina Silva sat down with Earthjustice to talk about the importance of addressing climate change in the wake of the 2019 Amazon rainforest wildfires.

February 6, 2020 | Article

In the Fight to Clean up Coal Ash, These States Are Making Progress

Our partners are working to enact coal ash cleanup legislation across the nation. Here are some locations where they've succeeded.

February 6, 2020 | Article

Tired of Backyard Sewage, Communities Demand Basic Sanitation Rights

Over 1 million people in the U.S. lack basic sanitation. One rural community is fighting for this human right.

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