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

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April 21, 2020 | Article

What the Trump Administration Is Doing to Your Water

The administration is attempting to undo the landmark 1972 Clean Water Act. Read on to learn why you should be concerned.

April 20, 2020 | Article

I Investigated the Deepwater Horizon Disaster 10 Years Ago. When Will We Learn From Our Mistakes?

As we find ourselves in the grip of another catastrophe, it’s worth reflecting on how the nation and the oil industry responded to the Deepwater Horizon disaster.

April 16, 2020 | From the Experts

Trump Administration Muzzles Own Safety Experts on Offshore Drilling Rule

Earthjustice attorney Chris Eaton explains how the Trump administration ignored the recommendations of its own engineers when it rolled back safety regulations, according to a news investigation.

April 15, 2020 | Article

50 Years On, Earth Day’s Legal Legacy Looms Large

As Earth Day reaches a milestone anniversary, we're more committed than ever to building on the progress of the past while moving forward toward a healthy, sustainable future for all.

April 13, 2020 | From the Experts

Air Pollution Makes COVID-19 More Deadly

Staff Scientist Rashmi Joglekar explains how a new Harvard study adds to a growing pile of evidence that we must enforce stricter regulations on toxic emissions to save lives.

April 8, 2020 | Article

8 Ways You Can Help Your Community Amid the COVID-19 Crisis

Even in the era of social distancing, we can still connect with our neighbors and offer support to those in need.

April 2, 2020 | Article

What It’s Like to Be Boxed In By Amazon Warehouses

As COVID-19 puts online shopping into overdrive, workers and warehouse communities are demanding stronger environmental health protections and increased corporate responsibility.

March 27, 2020 | From the Experts

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

VP of Litigation Patrice Simms explains how the U.S. 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.

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