Jun 28, 2024
The Supreme Court Just Disempowered the EPA
In its ruling against “Chevron deference” the Supreme Court has eroded the environmental and health protections we rely on.
Author: Bradley Campbell
Dec 14, 2023
Under Pressure from CLF Lawsuit, Exxon Sells Polluting Oil Terminal
In a victory for Everett residents, ExxonMobil has agreed to sell its aging facility. The site can never again be used to store polluting fossil fuels.
Jun 09, 2023
The Debt Ceiling Bill Aimed to Reform Permitting for Energy Infrastructure – But It Fails to Make Meaningful Progress
The debt ceiling bill included measures to speed up permitting of energy infrastructure. Here’s why they could actually make things worse.
Apr 14, 2023
This Earth Day, Let’s Commit to Getting Smart About Federal Climate Investments
This Earth Day, the U.S. Congress has finally given us a climate milestone to celebrate. How can we ensure that these momentous investments do not get squandered?
Jan 30, 2023
Black Lives Matter
All of us at CLF are reeling from and sharing in the national outrage over the murders and persecution of black people perpetrated and condoned by the police and other state actors. Racial justice is at the heart of climate justice, and we fight for both.
Dec 05, 2022
With COP27 Global Climate Conference a Bust, We Must Fight Harder Here at Home
COP27 demonstrated once again that in the absence of leadership and accountability, good intentions on climate are no match for the power wielded by the fossil fuel industry.
Jul 13, 2022
The Supreme Court’s Recent Blow to National Climate Action Spurs Our Fight Locally
The Supreme Court’s decision in West Virginia is a setback, to be sure. But it is also a reminder of the importance of action at the regional, state, and local levels – action that we have been leading here in New England for more than a decade as we waited – and waited – for federal climate rules to come into play.
Apr 22, 2021
Chauvin Verdict Delivers Accountability But Not Justice
Tuesday’s verdict was one welcome step toward change. But at CLF, we believe that real progress lies in systemic policy change that will break down the racist systems that have been in place for generations – ending white supremacy in this country.
Jan 29, 2021
Biden’s First Days: Promises Made, Promises Still to Keep
Biden’s flurry of executive orders addressing climate change, conservation, and environmental justice has us optimistic. Now we must ensure his administration follows through and turns these orders into meaningful and actionable policy.
Jan 14, 2021
Donald Trump Incited a Riot. Now He and His Mob Must Be Held Accountable.
Last week, we witnessed a violent display of white supremacy at the U.S. Capitol – a calculated threat to our democracy incited by our sitting president and his unrepentant allies. As an organization dedicated to the rule of law, we at CLF are demanding the thorough investigation, prosecution, and punishment of all of those connected to it – from the inciter-in-chief to those acting at his urging.
