On February 4, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved H.R. 4090, the Critical Mineral Dominance Act, a sweeping piece of legislation aimed at dramatically expanding domestic mining of so-called “critical minerals” and reducing America’s dependence on foreign suppliers—particularly China. The bill passed by a vote of 224–195 and now moves to the U.S. […]
I once kayaked 13 miles down the Colorado River.It felt endless, powerful, and permanent—like a living artery binding the American West together. Today, that sense of permanence is gone. The Colorado River system—on which more than 40 million people depend—is now at the center of a high-stakes political reckoning in Washington, D.C.. After years of
As climate instability accelerates and drought becomes a permanent feature of life across much of the United States, a new wave of climate-technology startups is stepping into an increasingly politicized and emotionally charged space: weather modification. One of the most visible—and controversial—players is Rainmaker Technology Corporation, a young California company that has rapidly moved from
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The race to build the world’s most powerful artificial intelligence systems has triggered an energy arms race — and until recently, a dangerous regulatory gap allowed that race to unfold at the expense of public health and environmental protection. In January 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency moved decisively to close a permitting loophole that
The early months of 2026 have seen dramatic shifts and intensifying controversy in United States climate and energy policy. From courts rebuking the Trump administration’s attempts to block offshore wind energy projects to sweeping executive actions withdrawing the U.S. from global climate frameworks, these developments underscore how climate strategy is being contested across legal, political,
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In late October 2025, as Hurricane Melissa tore through the Atlantic as a Category 5 monster, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) hurricane hunters continued their life-saving missions—without pay. The flights, which gather crucial storm data used by forecasters to protect life and property, went on despite a federal government shutdown that left these
A momentous milestone for climate justice is approaching in Canada. This month marks exactly one year until the historic trial of La Rose v. His Majesty the King—the first federal youth-led climate lawsuit in Canadian history to reach trial. This landmark case, filed by 15 determined young people from across the nation, challenges the federal
The world’s climate ambitions are facing a stark reality check. According to a recent United Nations report, the collective plans of nations to curb greenhouse gas emissions are falling far short of what is needed to limit global warming and protect the planet. Projections indicate that by 2035, global emissions will only be six percent
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At Sustainable Action Now, we are constantly monitoring breakthroughs at the intersection of technology, climate solutions, and sustainability. Recently, a global cooling startup made headlines by raising $60 million to test a groundbreaking sun-reflecting technology designed to lower surface temperatures and combat the effects of climate change. This development has sparked both excitement and debate
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In a significant policy shift, the Trump administration is moving forward with plans to open nearly all U.S. coastal waters to offshore oil drilling. This proposal, part of the Department of the Interior’s forthcoming five-year offshore leasing plan, aims to auction drilling rights in federal waters off the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, including areas previously
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In the ever-shifting landscape of U.S. energy policy, few stories illustrate the growing tension between fossil fuel expansion and climate responsibility as sharply as the ongoing rift between Energy Secretary Chris Wright and the Trump administration. The former Liberty Energy CEO, once hailed as the perfect embodiment of “energy dominance,” is now facing mounting scrutiny
In a deeply consequential decision, a federal court yesterday dismissed Lighthiser v. Trump — the first constitutional climate lawsuit of its kind brought by young Americans. The ruling acknowledges the grim truth of the climate emergency but refuses to act on it, leaving the next generation of Americans to carry the fight forward into the
In a startling setback for clean energy and climate progress, the U.S. Department of the Interior has canceled what would have been the largest solar project in North America. The move represents the latest in a series of actions under the Trump administration aimed at slowing or blocking major renewable energy initiatives, raising serious concerns
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For over a decade, 21 courageous young people have stood at the forefront of a historic legal battle—Juliana v. United States—fighting for the most fundamental of rights: the right to live, breathe, and grow up in a safe, healthy climate. These youth were just children when they first sued the federal government, challenging decades of
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The battle over language is the battle over truth—and in late September 2025, that battle intensified. Reports from multiple outlets, including Politico and NPR, revealed that the Department of Energy (DOE) under the Trump administration circulated internal guidance instructing staff to avoid using certain climate-related terms. Words like “climate change” and “emissions” were singled out,
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