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Big Oil’s Denial and Delay Is Endangering Our Future

Union of Concerned Scientists

In a few days, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) will release its latest synthesis report that provides a comprehensive assessment of the current state of scientific knowledge on climate change, including its causes, impacts, and potential solutions. The good news is that there is a clear path to real climate action.

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Bloomberg Targets Petrochemicals — How About Investing in Their Replacements?

Law and Environment

And the news this week was that Michael Bloomberg is putting $85 million into a new “ Beyond Petrochemicals ” campaign. . The difference is apparent from the get-go; the campaign is not called “Beyond Plastics”; it’s called “Beyond Petrochemicals”.

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Statement: House Motion Demanding Action on Toxic “Forever Chemicals” Applauded by Environmentalists, Firefighters, and Northern Indigenous Health Experts

Enviromental Defense

Sean O’Shea, Government Relations and Campaign Specialist, Ecojustice: “This motion is an opportunity to create a safer, healthier environment for all. We are disproportionately impacted by PFAS by consuming country food, which is central to our culture and nutrition. Enough is enough.

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How the Latest IPCC Reports Can Strengthen Climate Litigation Efforts

Union of Concerned Scientists

The UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) recently released its sixth assessment of climate change, comprised of three separate reports presenting the latest science on climate change, related impacts, adaptation, vulnerability , and mitigation at a time when more and more people are pressing for climate action.

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July PA Township News Packed With Articles On Parks, Trails, Recreation, Grid-Scale Solar Facilities, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, More

PA Environment Daily

The July issue of PA Township News published by the PA State Association of Township Supervisors is chocked full of articles on parks, trails, recreation, grid-scale solar energy facilities, electric vehicle charging and much more. Click Here to learn more about how you can subscribe to PA Township News.

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What’s Up With Water – November 1, 2021

Circle of Blue

Welcome to “What’s Up With Water,” your need-to-know news of the world’s water from Circle of Blue. In international news, this week marks the start of a critical UN climate conference, known as COP26. The second is boosting funding for developing countries so that they can adapt to climate impacts that are already occurring.

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April 15 Weekly PA Environment Digest Now Available

PA Environment Daily

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