Climate Regulation
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A plastic chemical caused a toxic mess in Ohio last year. Now, the EPA is eyeing regulation.
Environmental advocates say a phaseout of vinyl chloride is long overdue.
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Will Arizona close a loophole that lets developers build without water?
Despite water woes in “wildcat” neighborhoods, lawmakers may not act.
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A mountain of used clothes appeared in Chile’s desert. Then it went up in flames.
A mountain of used clothes appeared in Chile’s desert. Then it went up in flames.
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In EPA’s new methane rule, an innovative way to stop ‘super emitters’
Satellites and aircraft will help oil-and-gas watchdogs find and report large leaks.
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The billion-dollar industry between you and FEMA’s flood insurance
Cutting payments to brokers, or selling policies directly to consumers, could save millions. FEMA and insurance companies say it’s not quite that straightforward.
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An EPA rule dramatically reduced smog pollution — in states that haven’t sued to stop it
Dozens of legal challenges have blocked the regulation in 12 states.
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EV battery repair is dangerous. Here’s why mechanics want to do it anyway.
Fixing car and e-bike batteries saves money and resources — but challenges are holding back the industry.
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In Michigan, the controversial Line 5 pipeline gets one step closer to the finish line
Opponents have called the decision by the state's Public Service Commission "disastrous" and "reprehensible."
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Discarded toys are creating an e-waste disaster. Here’s how to stop it.
Toys that move, make noise, and light up are winding up in landfills — but they could be recycled, with better policies.
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Small victories and major frustrations mark latest round of plastics treaty negotiations
"Intransigent" negotiators stalled efficient progress, raising questions about the path forward.