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Latest blog posts

It’s Just Business (but FirstEnergy Blames Its Decisions on Clean Air Rules) Climate 411 | February 10, 2012
Experts from Environmental Defense Fund offer plain-English explanations of the science behind global warming, and its policy implications.

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    Delta Dispatches | February 10, 2012

  • Linking everyday chemicals to disease: New science keeps on intensifying the writing on the wall
    Chemicals & Nanomaterials | February 10, 2012

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Feb. 13 deadline: Tell EPA you support strong new fuel economy standards

The proposed standards would require cars to get an average of 54.5 miles per gallon by 2025, saving drivers money and cutting pollution. The public comment period is almost over, so please submit yours now!

  • Commentary: Our clean air expert applauds the proposal
  • By the numbers: Just how many dollars and barrels are at stake?
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We've come a long way on fuel economy. See a timeline »

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  • It’s Just Business (but FirstEnergy Blames Its Decisions on Clean Air Rules)

    February 10, 2012
    By Mark MacLeod
    On Climate 411:     Experts from Environmental Defense Fund offer plain-English explanations of the science behind global warming, and its policy implications.

  • Latest news: February 10, 2012

    February 10, 2012
    By Kevin Chandler
    On Delta Dispatches:     Reconnecting the river with its delta to protect people, wildlife and jobs

  • Linking everyday chemicals to disease: New science keeps on intensifying the writing on the wall

    February 10, 2012
    By Richard Denison
    On Chemicals & Nanomaterials:     Our experts' views on chemical and nano news

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  • A roadmap to corporate GHG programs

    January 27, 2012

  • Environment and transportation attorney to comment on California’s Advanced Clean Cars Standards

    January 26, 2012

  • EDF statement on EPA light-duty vehicle greenhouse gas emissions

    January 24, 2012

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    Using new environmentalism to grow the California economy.

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    Blogging the policy of global warming.
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    Our international climate and air team tell tales from the front lines of the global climate talks.

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    Guiding Texas toward cleaner air.

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  • Restoration and Resilience
    Linking wetland protection and job creation in coastal Louisiana.
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    Changing perspectives to ensure future water for Texas' people, economy and environment.

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