The week ahead in climate policy
A Senate hearing on community economic development; a briefing on tax credits for rural towns; DOE funding for coal communities, and a California assembly hearing on electricity regulations. Read More
Billions of ‘climate-smart’ USDA funding goes to climate-negative farming: Report
Subsidies from USDA’s largest conservation fund are misused, according to the Environmental Working Group. Read More
Inside Amazon’s push to switch from plastic to paper mailers
Amazon has cut more than 37,150 tons of plastic packaging since 2020, but still uses twice that amount annually. Read More
How to build voter support for sustainability in a polarizing political year
Engaging the electorate on sustainability issues requires authenticity and clear messaging. Read More
The week in climate policy: 5 updates you need to know
The SEC mandates emissions disclosures; DOE announced $90 million in funding for energy efficient building codes. Read More
To build a circular economy, look to the auto industry’s success
One of the best, established examples of a circular economy is hiding in plain sight. Read More
Rural communities mobilize to unlock benefits of federal clean energy investments
Governments and utilities seek to capitalize on massive federal investments in rural power. Read More
SEC passes new emissions rule: Here’s what you need to know
Companies will be required to report emissions for the first time but get more wiggle room than expected. Read More
Why Carhartt is expanding its clothing trade-in program
Carhartt will accept trade-in returns of its used apparel by mail in the U.S., broadening the recommerce program it launched in July. Read More
Amazon is funding a recycling robots startup
Glacier has raised $7.7 million more to build sorting robots that can handle up to 30 types of materials. Read More
