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Congress Passes Legislation to Clean Up Toxic Pollution in Great Lakes 9/27/2008

Environment New York applauds Representatives Ehlers (Mich.) and Oberstar (Minn.), Senators Levin (Mich.) and Voinovich (Ohio) and the U.S. Congress for passing bipartisan legislation to clean up toxic contamination in the Great Lakes.

Senate Votes to Clean Up Toxic Pollution in Great Lakes 9/26/2008

Environment America applauds Senators Levin (Mich.) and Voinovich (Ohio) and the U.S. Senate for passing legislation yesterday to clean up toxic contamination in the Great Lakes. The Senate voted for the Great Lakes Legacy Reauthorization Act (H.R. 6460), which authorizes $54 million a year for two years in funding to clean up toxic pollution.

Pelosi Energy Plan Should be Bold on Renewables and Oppose Drilling 8/26/2008

We strongly support the Speaker in her effort to create a new energy future for our nation. Unfortunately the Speaker’s proposal also considers opening our protected coasts to offshore drilling. This piece of the proposal we must oppose.

Most Recent Reports

Renewing America: A blueprint for economic recovery 11/11/2008

To revive the American dream, we need to rebuild our economy on a sound foundation – one that puts people back to work, contributes to long-term prosperity, rebuilds our communities, and protects our environment.

Using Water Wisely: Southwest Data Shows the Promise of Efficiency 8/05/2008

Water is a precious commodity in the Southwest, yet the rate of water consumption outstrips natural supply.

Building An Energy-Efficient America: Zero Energy And High Efficiency Buildings 7/01/2008

America is the largest consumer of energy in the world. Almost half of the energy we use, 10 percent of the energy in the world, powers our buildings.