Color of Water Stories
Nearly half of L.A. County’s pavement may be unnecessary, new map finds – Los Angeles Times
Researchers have released the first parcel-level analysis to map all paved surfaces across L.A. County. In particular, large parking lots are ripe for change, they
As Trump reverses EPA’s ability to control greenhouse gases, Colorado environmental groups vow to “play the long game” – The Colorado Sun
The Trump administration's reversal of a key greenhouse gas finding could mean setbacks for Colorado anti-pollution efforts. [from The Colorado Sun]
Inside Lobbyist Efforts to Gut Federal ‘Forever Chemical’ Regulations – NOTUS
More than 500 pages of emails, internal presentations and talking points obtained by NOTUS detail lobbying efforts around the EPA’s decision to walk back standards.
Water Security Is Now an Economic Priority – Environment+Energy Leader
Water is no longer just an infrastructure issue. A new national strategy frames water security as central to U.S. economic growth and competitiveness. [from Environment+Energy
An EPA proposal would make it harder for tribes to protect their water – High Country News
The agency’s plan would narrow water quality reviews and eliminate one of the few ways that tribes can their enforce treaty rights. [from High Country News]
Tree ambassadors help Milwaukee residents fall in love with trees » Yale Climate Connections
Yale Climate Connections is a nonpartisan, multimedia service providing daily broadcast radio programming and original web-based reporting, commentary, and analysis on the issue of climate
Hundreds of Thousands of People Across U.S. Voice Opposition to Trump’s Plan to Expand Offshore Drilling – Oceana USA
Explore Oceana news and press releases to get the latest ocean news. [from Oceana USA]
Milwaukee Water Commons leader reflects as she passes environmental justice baton – WUWM 89.7 FM – Milwaukee's NPR
After a decade of co-leading Milwaukee Water Commons, Brenda Coley is retiring. [from WUWM 89.7 FM – Milwaukee's NPR]
States Say They Need More Help Replacing Lead Pipes. Congress May Cut the Funding Instead. – Inside Climate News
The U.S. House voted to cut millions promised for the work this year. The Senate will vote this week, as advocates and some lawmakers push