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EPA Announces Clean Ports Program
Today the Environmental Protection Agency announced a new program to prioritize the acceleration of zero emission ports and freight infrastructure. Read More
Environmental Justice Groups Celebrate EPA’s Decision to Raise Soot Standard
The Environmental Protection Agency has finalized a long-awaited higher standard for soot pollution which, in addition to providing life-saving public health and economic benefits, will address environmental health inequity throughout America’s ports. Read More
Friends of the Earth Condemns Legal Attack on New Jersey Environmental Justice Legislation
WASHINGTON – Business and labor groups have reportedly challenged New Jersey’s landmark Environmental Justice Law, which allows for the state to better protect vulnerable communities from environmental degradation caused by polluting facilities. The rule, which took effect in April, was a major… Read More
Plugging in container ships at the Port of Charleston could reduce air pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions by thousands of tons each year
Switching off vessel auxiliary engines at port and connecting to shoreside electrical power would eliminate toxic air emissions. Read More