Tishman Environment and Design Center的动态

?? The #UNTaxConvention must include the environmental justice principles of: - Polluter pays principle: the costs environmental damage should be borne by those causing it - Common but differentiated responsibilities + respective capabilities

With environmental issues front and center for so many people, it’s no surprise there are many candidates in Delaware with an interest in addressing constituents concerns related to climate change, energy policies, and environmental justice. Delaware has a unique ability to advance on these important issues as there is often bipartisan support for conservation priorities such as clean water, farmland preservation, open space, and coastal resilience - and we can always do more. https://lnkd.in/e4PrEStK

"It should be obvious that we need more tools to address the climate crisis. And in California, of all places, citizens should have the chance to weigh in on whether a healthy environment is a right on par with life, liberty, safety, happiness and privacy." Great new editorial from the Los Angeles Times on #ACA16, the proposed #greenamendment introduced by Isaac Bryan that would take an important step to protect public health & climate justice. Let's get Californians' constitutional right to clean air and water on the ballot! https://lnkd.in/g9NFfkid #publichealth #healthequity #environmentaljustice #ClimateAction #california #climatejustice

“Although the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) places caps on #methane and other emissions from landfills, enforcement often relies on an honor system,” writes Isobel Whitcomb with Canary Media Inc. ?? An analysis published earlier this year revealed that 95% of landfills across eight states had at least one violation of EPA safety limits. The good news? #Colorado is stepping up to change that. This Thursday, join America Is All In, Eco-Cycle & Industrious Labs to learn how improved landfill methane regulations could benefit communities and what Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's upcoming rulemaking could mean for Colorado’s climate goals: https://lnkd.in/ednCjMeY

Learn about the problems and limitations of environmental agency oversight in Minnesota, delve into the reasons for these failures, and learn more about what can be done in our recent webinar - Defending True North: Holding Agencies Accountable. With several examples directly tied to MCEA’s work, including PolyMet, the nitrate drinking water crisis in southeast Minnesota, and the Smith Foundry polluting in South Minneapolis, we see a pattern that needs to be addressed. MCEA is committed to hold our state agencies accountable to protecting our environment and people. https://loom.ly/KFURVzI

What are the top environmental issues being discussed this year at the Maine Legislature? Read our new blog to find out which issues NRCM will be testifying on and how you can get involved. https://lnkd.in/ek5JfjS7

It is amazing to see environmental justice amplified federally through the first-ever White House Summit on Environmental Justice in Action. To hear personal stories from Indigenous individuals and POC at this stage is a step forward as we work together to create healthier and more just communities. We need administrations like Biden-Harris that continue to instill environmental justice as a pillar of their strategic plans. An administration committed to sustainability and EJ is so important to protect as we enter this election cycle. #ClimateAction #Sustainability https://lnkd.in/ghRQ-RzK

Colorado friends - did you know that up to 95% of landfills are polluting beyond EPA safety limits? Want to know how the Centennial state is gearing up to fight back against methane and other noxious emissions from these sites? Check out this webinar with the legendary Gina McCarthy on Thursday to learn more:

Highly recommend tuning into the White House Summit in Environmental Justice in Action. Excellent discussion from phenomenal speakers. A moment to reflect, learn, and grow for progress.? https://lnkd.in/gsDR33Ut

“For us, [tackling the climate crisis] means protecting and empowering communities, fighting for strong climate policy and promoting the transition to clean energy, all while centering the ongoing needs and experiences of our communities.” Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell discusses the Administration's environmental justice work while accepting ELM’s 2024 Commonwealth Environmental Leadership Award at Earth Night 2024. - - - #EarthNight2024 #ClimateLeader #ClimateLeadership #CleanEnergy #ClimatePolicy #EnvironmentalJustice #ClimateJustice