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LNG: A bridge fuel to climate disruption
There has been a recent, misguided Congressional push to export more natural gas in the form of liquefied natural gas, or LNG. LNG is a form of natural gas that has been turned into a liquid so it can…
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Senate ignores mass opposition to Fast Track
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the Senate voted 60 to 37 to jump a procedural hurdle on the path that will send Fast Track trade promotion legislation to President Obama for his signature. Senators voted…
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Highway to Shell
The Arctic is ground zero for climate disruption, and now it’s under threat from Shell’s plan to drill. Shell’s drilling rigs are making their way from Seattle, past Fairbanks and Dutch…
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The Surprising Link Between Trans Fat and Deforestation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned trans fat this week in a move hailed as major step forward in the fight against heart disease. But the move may have some unfortunate environmental c…
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Obama administration proposes improving fuel efficiency of heavy duty trucks
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation proposed fuel efficiency standards for heavy duty vehicles. While the standards vary depending on vehicle…
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Liberals Vow to Punish Democrats for Trade Vote
Democrats who voted Thursday afternoon in favor of a controversial trade bill, known as “fast track,” will feel the wrath of some liberal groups. The bill, known as the Trade Promotion Authority…
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How nurseries are getting on board with pollinator protection
As the plight of honey bees and other crucial pollinators gains more attention worldwide, a growing number of nurseries, garden retailers and landscaping companies both large and small are starting to…
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Senate continues assault against EPA, Interior
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Senate Appropriations Committee voted to advance the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies funding bill. The proposal allocates $31.06 billion — $2.2 billion below…
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“Profound disappointment” with House trade vote
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nearly one week after a House defeat of the Trade Adjustment Assistance bill that is an essential element of the president’s package of Fast Track legislation, the House of Re…
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Friends of the Earth challenges Americans to #BeeBold and save bees with PSA campaign and website
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Friends of the Earth has released three new videos aimed at increasing public awareness about global bee decline and the risks to our nation’s food supply, should bees disappea…