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“Climate on the Line” — Senate Steps Up as House Threatens to Derail America’s Clean Energy Future

America is at a climate crossroads — and the path we choose next will define our planet’s health for generations. The latest battle? A House-passed bill that takes direct aim at the clean energy tax credits fueling our transition to a more sustainable, resilient economy. But there’s still hope. The Senate is pushing back — […]

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China’s Clean Energy Momentum and the Future of U.S. Climate Policy

As the climate crisis continues to intensify, global leadership in clean energy has become not only a planetary necessity but also a matter of economic and geopolitical significance. While the United States debates the direction of its environmental policy, China has surged ahead in the clean energy race, positioning itself as the dominant force in

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Collective Action for Water Stewardship in the Apparel and Textiles Sector – A Global Imperative

At Sustainable Action Now, we believe that protecting the planet means taking real, coordinated steps—especially when it comes to safeguarding our most precious resource: water. The global textile and apparel industry, while economically vital, has long contributed to the degradation of freshwater systems. But now, thanks to strategic collective action and cross-sector collaboration, change is

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Climate Crisis Meets Staffing Crisis: Why the National Weather Service Shortage Should Alarm Us All

At Sustainable Action Now, we work every day to confront the climate emergency, dismantle environmental injustice, and build a sustainable future grounded in transparency and community resilience. That’s why we are deeply concerned—and frankly, outraged—by recent revelations that the National Weather Service (NWS) is racing to fill critical vacancies just as the 2025 hurricane season

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How Mother’s Day Legal Action Changed Climate Justice Forever, Sustainable Action Now is Honoring 14 Years of Youth-Led Climate Justice By Our Children’s Trust

Fourteen years ago, something remarkable happened that forever reshaped the landscape of environmental justice. It didn’t begin in a courtroom or a government chamber—it began on Mother’s Day weekend in 2011, when a small group of legal visionaries and determined young people came together with one unshakable belief: our children have the right to a

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The Senate’s Motion Vote on EPA’s Rubber Tire Manufacturing Emission Standards and What It Means for Environmental Justice

The battle for environmental justice is being fought on many fronts, and recently, the U.S. Senate took a significant step that could have long-lasting implications on air quality and public health. On [Date], the Senate passed a motion vote to disapprove the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the National Emission Standards

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Sustainable Action Now Report is Analyzing the First 100 Days of the Trump Administration

As the Trump administration completes its first 100 days, significant policy shifts have emerged across various sectors. This report examines key actions and their implications, emphasizing areas of concern and potential avenues for advocacy. 1. Criminal Legal System: Rollbacks and Reversals The administration has initiated several measures that may reverse progress in criminal justice reform:

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Setting the Record Straight as FEMA is Cleared of Political Bias in Hurricane Relief Investigation

In an era where trust in public institutions often feels like it’s hanging by a thread, clear-eyed facts matter more than ever. That’s why it’s important to pause and pay attention when an investigation sheds light on claims of political retaliation — especially in the wake of a natural disaster. A recent probe into the

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Sustainable Action Now: Climate Governance in Crisis — Senator Rubio Dismantles the Office of Global Change

April 26, 2025 — A Sustainable Action Now Report In a stunning move that has sparked widespread concern among environmental advocates, scientists, and international diplomats, Senator Marco Rubio has ordered the dismantling of the Office of Global Change (OGC)—a little-known yet pivotal arm of the U.S. State Department responsible for overseeing and coordinating American participation

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The White House Considers Lifting Sanctions on Russian Energy Assets Amid Growing Debate

In an unprecedented move, the White House is currently embroiled in a complex and high-stakes debate regarding the future of sanctions on Russian energy assets, particularly focusing on the Nord Stream pipeline. This debate brings together a diverse range of voices from both the public and private sectors, with notable figures such as Steve Witkoff,

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Burgum’s Concern Over the ‘War on Mining’ and the Need for Strong Leadership in Tariff Negotiations with China

Ahead of upcoming tariff negotiations with China, Governor Doug Burgum expressed his concerns over what he calls the “war on mining.” According to Burgum, the mining industry has faced increasing challenges due to restrictive policies that hinder growth and innovation, especially as global demand for minerals continues to rise. However, Burgum remains optimistic about the

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Federal Judge Orders Immediate Release of Climate and Infrastructure FundsRuling delivers sharp rebuke to Trump-era freeze: “The president does not have unfettered power to hamstring in perpetuity”

In a landmark decision that could have sweeping implications for environmental policy and federal spending authority, a U.S. federal judge has ordered the immediate thaw and release of billions in climate and infrastructure funds that were previously stalled under former President Donald Trump’s administration. The court found that Trump exceeded his constitutional authority by unilaterally

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Trump’s Economic Tumult Tests the Oil Industry’s PatienceThe president’s trade war has unnerved investors and executives — and could undermine his pledge to unleash “energy dominance.”

When President Donald Trump took office, he made a bold promise to usher in an era of “American energy dominance.” Backed by sweeping deregulation, expanded drilling permits, and an aggressive stance toward fossil fuel exports, the administration positioned the oil and gas industry at the center of its economic revival plan. But several years later,

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