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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul unveils the path to unpausing congestion pricing in New York City at a press conference in Manhattan, New York, United States, on November 14, 2024. (Kyle Mazza / NurPhoto via AP)
Press Release January 14, 2026

New York Governor Hochul Delivers 2026 State of the State

As energy bills skyrocket, data centers must build their own renewables

ElectrifyNY Coalition at Oct 1, 2025 press conference in Red Hook Community Farms. (Michelle Stockwell/Earthjustice)
Press Release January 13, 2026

ElectrifyNY Coalition: NY Governor State of the State 2026

It is more important than ever for Governor Hochul to stand up and improve the lives of millions of New Yorkers by accelerating the state’s shift to zero-emission vehicles and reducing the number of dirty trucks on our roads

The United States Postal Service Next Generation Delivery Vehicle, shown in this concept image, can be built with either a gasoline or electric drivetrain. (USPS)
Article December 19, 2025

Electric Postal Service Vehicles Deliver Holiday Cheer and Clean Air

EVs are now operating from 65 post offices across the U.S., followed by years of public pressure and Earthjustice litigation.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks during a press announcement to unveil the path to unpausing congestion pricing in New York City on November 14, 2024. (Lev Radin / Sipa via AP)
Press Release December 19, 2025

New York Becomes the Latest State to Eliminate 100-Foot Gas Line Rule After Years of Advocacy

Ending the unfair policy will save New Yorkers nearly $600 million a year on costly gas pipelines

document December 16, 2025

Court Filing: Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Program

Earthjustice, Sierra Club, Climate Solutions, and NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) filed a new challenge to the Trump administration’s hold on $2.5 billion in federal funding through the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program.

An electric vehicle charges at an EVgo fast charging station in Detroit. (Paul Sancya / AP)
Press Release December 16, 2025

Major Environmental Organizations Sue Trump Administration Over Hold on Billions for Electric Vehicle Charging

Millions of Americans would breathe easier if Trump administration unlocks clean transportation funds

Press Release December 16, 2025

New York State Energy Plan Could Lead to Higher Bills and More Dirty Energy

New York leaders continue investing in expensive, dirty fossil fuels despite fact that renewables perform well and lower costs

document December 15, 2025

Colorado PUC Decision

Colorado PUC Decision on Proceedings covering the 2025-2029 Distribution System Plan, Grid Modernization Adjustment Clause, and Virtual Power Plant Program

NY Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris: "The Clean Deliveries Act I introduced with Assemblymember Mitaynes will address the proliferation of e-commerce warehouses and the impacts on the health of our communities, as well as make significant strides in our fight to combat climate change and make our communities safer and healthier." (Michelle Stockwell / Earthjustice)
Press Release December 12, 2025

Advocates Applaud News of Cleaner Air Thanks to Congestion Pricing

Clean Deliveries Act will build upon the program’s 22% reduction of toxic air pollution by tackling dirty diesel vehicles

In the News: Inside Climate News December 3, 2025

LA Wildfire Survivors Want to Rebuild All-Electric, but a Utility Is Using Customer Funds to Incentivize Gas Appliances

Matt Vespa, Attorney, Clean Energy Program: “There’s an opportunity here to build back safer and better, and reduce gas use, which is what we need to do to meet our climate goals. And they’re passing on that opportunity … It’s a story of a for-profit company that’s desperate to keep people dependent on climate change-exacerbating…

document November 24, 2025

Decision Approving Initial Tranche of Energy Efficiency Market Transformation Initiatives CA PUC

This decision approves two energy efficiency market transformation initiatives (MTIs) proposed by the California Market Transformation Administrator (CalMTA) in its application.

Regina Fred touches one of her window-mounted heat pumps in her apartment in the Queens borough of New York. (AP Photo)
Press Release: Victory November 20, 2025

California To Launch Window Heat Pump and 120 Volt Induction Programs

California Market Transformation Administrator to launch two programs helping more homes electrify appliances

Clockwise, from top-left: (David Shindle for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission),  (Kelvin Gorospe / NOAA), (David Herasimtschuk for Earthjustice), (Edwin Remsberg / Getty Images), (Gerald Herbert / AP), (Danielle Villasana for Earthjustice), (Petty Officer First Class John Masson / US Coast Guard), (Matteo Colombo / Getty Images)
feature November 4, 2025

Earthjustice Program Report: Fall 2025

Together with our clients, we’re wielding the power of the law across 700 legal matters to protect people and our planet. With deep gratitude, we are pleased to share highlights of this work, which is made possible by partners like you.

(James Olstein for Earthjustice)
feature October 15, 2025

Right To Zero: Building a Zero-emissions Future

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

California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks onstage during the NYT Climate Forward 2025 at The Times Center on Sept. 24, 2025, in New York City.  (Yana Paskova / Getty Images for NYT)
Press Release: Victory October 14, 2025

In a Win for Clean Air and Common Sense, Governor Newsom Vetoes SB 34

Legislation would have tied Southern California air regulators’ hands and made it more difficult to shape clean air policies in the nation’s smog capital

California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks onstage during the NYT Climate Forward 2025 at The Times Center on Sept. 24, 2025, in New York City.  (Yana Paskova / Getty Images for NYT)
Press Release: Victory October 11, 2025

California Passes Law Lowering Energy Bills and Protecting Californians from Utility Misbehavior

The California Ratepayer Protection Act (AB 1167) prevents utilities from forcing customers to pay for utility lobbying and advertising costs

A worker in a steel mill checking the flow of molten steel before the casting process in Southern California.  (Robert Lachman / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Press Release: Victory October 7, 2025

California Passes Law To Help Modernize Manufacturing in a Win for Jobs and Clean Air

AB 1280 establishes funding mechanism for companies to replace dirty industrial equipment with zero-emissions technologies

California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks onstage during the NYT Climate Forward 2025 at The Times Center on Sept. 24, 2025, in New York City.  (Yana Paskova / Getty Images for NYT)
From the Experts October 6, 2025

A New Law Can Cut Expenses that Shouldn’t Be in Californians’ Utility Bills

It’s up to Governor Newsom to sign AB 1167 into law and give Californians the protections other states are already enjoying.