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May 18, 2015 | Article

A Child’s Bout with Asthma Stresses Need for Strong Smog Protections

Gretchen Dahlkemper, a mom turned national organizer, talks about her daughter’s struggles with asthma and the need for everyone to fight for better protection from air pollution.

May 14, 2015 | Article

7 Hidden Dangers Buried in the Federal Tank Car Rule

Amidst a spate of fiery accidents involving trains hauling crude oil, the Obama administration has released woefully weak standards that leave dangerous trains on the tracks for far too long.

May 13, 2015 | Press Release

Coal Industry Takes Yet Another Shot at the Clean Power Plan

Earthjustice statement on the introduction of a new Senate bill to stop EPA’s centerpiece for climate protection

May 12, 2015 | Article

Stronger Ozone Rules Could Help Everyone Breathe a Little Easier

Earthjustice's Keith Rushing describes his first visit to the emergency room with his daughter who suffers from asthma.

May 11, 2015 | Press Release

Department of the Interior Approves Shell’s Risky Arctic Exploration Plan

Agency gives Shell the stamp of approval to drill in fragile Arctic Ocean, despite threats to the Arctic and the climate

May 4, 2015 | Article

Nurse Calls for Stronger Protections from Ozone Pollution

On World Asthma Day, a nurse shares her experiences while calling for stronger ozone protection.

April 27, 2015 | Article

Strong Arctic Leadership Can Make a Difference at the Top of the World

Secretary Kerry is the new chairman of the Arctic Council, which presents an opportunity for the United States to lead the world in advancing environmental safeguards across the Arctic.

April 23, 2015 | Article

Strong U.S. Leadership Can Deliver on Black Carbon Reductions in the Arctic

When the U.S. assumes the chair of the Arctic Council this Friday, it will have an extraordinary opportunity to lead on reducing emissions of black carbon and methane.

April 21, 2015 | Press Release

Restoring the Everglades During Climate Change Requires Continued Federal Commitment

President Obama’s visit underscores natural resource priorities

April 16, 2015 | Article

First 100 Days of Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s Senate

The Senate has been led by Mitch McConnell (R-KY) for 100 days, and it's hard to ignore the evidence that corporate interests are trumping public health and welfare when it comes to addressing climate change.

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