A 100 Percent Clean Future ReportOct 10, 2019 A 100 Percent Clean Future Strategies for building a net-zero economy in just three decades. Oct 10, 2019 John Podesta, Christy Goldfuss, Trevor Higgins, 3 More Bidisha Bhattacharyya, Alan Yu, Kristina Costa
4 Principles for Addressing Climate Risks in the Insurance Industry ArticleMar 13, 2024 4 Principles for Addressing Climate Risks in the Insurance Industry The U.S. insurance markets, consumers, and the financial system are already feeling the effects of climate change, and state and federal policymakers must act. Mar 13, 2024 Lilith Fellowes-Granda
4 Things To Know About the EPA’s Upcoming Car Emissions Standards ArticleMar 13, 2024 4 Things To Know About the EPA’s Upcoming Car Emissions Standards The Environmental Protection Agency’s finalized emissions standards for cars and light trucks in model years 2027 through 2032 will drive billions of dollars in public health, climate, and economic benefits. Mar 13, 2024 Leo Banks
The Biden Administration Has Taken More Climate Action Than Any Other in History ArticleMar 6, 2024 The Biden Administration Has Taken More Climate Action Than Any Other in History The United States has accomplished more on climate change under the Biden administration than during any other presidential administration—and there’s still more to come. Mar 6, 2024 Trevor Higgins, Rachel Chang, Devon Lespier
What Will Be in the Final SEC Climate Disclosure Rule? ArticleFeb 29, 2024 What Will Be in the Final SEC Climate Disclosure Rule? The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s March 2022 climate disclosure proposal provides a roadmap for its upcoming final rule requiring public companies to disclose climate-related information that will help investors make sound investment decisions. Feb 29, 2024 Alexandra Thornton
Securing Clean Air, Clean Water, and a Healthy Environment for All VideoFeb 2, 2024 Securing Clean Air, Clean Water, and a Healthy Environment for All Industrial facilities are most often located in or near Black, brown, and low-income communities who face the brunt of harmful industrial pollution, climate change impacts, and other environmental and public health hazards—something Harold Mitchell experienced firsthand in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Fortunately, the Biden administration’s long-overdue environmental justice investments can ensure that all people—regardless of race, income, or ZIP code—have clean air and clean water and live in safe and healthy communities. Feb 2, 2024 Devon Lespier, Margaret Cooney, Hannah Malus, 6 More Cathleen Kelly, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Jeremy Hill, Andrew Sonntag, Toni Pandolfo
Climate-Resilient Health Care Promotes Public Health, Equity, and Climate Justice ReportFeb 1, 2024 Climate-Resilient Health Care Promotes Public Health, Equity, and Climate Justice The federal government must target additional incentives and offer assistance in leveraging existing resources to community health centers and rural hospitals so that they can build stable, climate-resilient operations for their patients. Feb 1, 2024 Marquisha Johns, Jill Rosenthal
A Green Buyers Club In the NewsJan 10, 2024 A Green Buyers Club In this report published by Clean Energy Canada, Mike Williams, Rachel Chang, and their co-authors Jana Elbrecht, Ollie Sheldrick, and Mary Hellmich, analyze the status of green public procurement for construction materials in Germany, Canada, and the United States. Jan 10, 2024 Clean Energy Canada Rachel Chang, Jana Elbrecht, Mary Hellmich, 2 More Ollie Sheldrick, Mike Williams
5 Facts You Should Know About Electric Vehicles ArticleJan 9, 2024 5 Facts You Should Know About Electric Vehicles Here’s how electric vehicles are powering the fight against climate change and revitalizing American manufacturing. Jan 9, 2024 Leo Banks, Chris Martinez
4 Ways the Federal Government Can Enhance Technical Assistance to States and Cities ReportJan 4, 2024 4 Ways the Federal Government Can Enhance Technical Assistance to States and Cities With historic Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act dollars available, the federal government should take specific actions to maximize state and local uptake. Jan 4, 2024 Chris Bast, Hannah Argento-McCurdy, Elisia Hoffman
The Nexus Between Green Backlash and Democratic Backsliding in Europe ReportDec 19, 2023 The Nexus Between Green Backlash and Democratic Backsliding in Europe Far-right parties are exploiting discontent with environmental policies, undermining progress on climate change and endangering democracy in Europe and beyond. Dec 19, 2023 Robert Benson, Anne Christianson, Courtney Federico, 1 More Kate Petosa
CAP Submits Comments to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs on the Federal Insurance Office’s Climate Risk Data Collection Sign-On LetterDec 14, 2023 CAP Submits Comments to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs on the Federal Insurance Office’s Climate Risk Data Collection The Center for American Progress submitted a comment letter to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs on the Federal Insurance Office’s climate-related financial risk data collection. Dec 14, 2023 Lilith Fellowes-Granda
Facing the Fire: Phoenix Airport Workers Demand Protections Against Extreme Heat VideoDec 14, 2023 Facing the Fire: Phoenix Airport Workers Demand Protections Against Extreme Heat Amid record-breaking temperatures, Phoenix airport service workers filed an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) complaint against their employer and are demanding action to improve job conditions and safety measures. Dec 14, 2023 Hannah Malus, Margaret Cooney, Devon Lespier, 4 More Toni Pandolfo, Hai-Lam Phan, Madalyn Reagan, Jeremy Hill
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