A federal court just upheld a rule making it easier for wind, solar & battery projects to connect to the power grid—faster. As electricity demand grows, this decision will help deliver more affordable, reliable clean energy to homes and businesses sooner. https://www.edf.org/Zu49

So what does "kokushobi" mean when it comes to climate change? Japan needed a new word as record temps soared past 100*F. "Cruel heat day" turned out to be a perfect description via a public poll as climate crisis vocabularies evolve in other countries, too. https://nyti.ms/4vRs4aA

It's So Hot That Japan Needs a New Word for It

Japan this week recorded its first kokushobi, a term that means “cruel heat day,” as temperatures reached 104 degrees. It is not the only country that has scrambled for a new summer vocabulary.

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The Trump administration’s actions to block clean energy are resulting in more harmful pollution that makes us sick and higher electric bills for ratepayers. Here what you should know—and how EDF and allies have been fighting back: https://www.edf.org/Zu4D

Consumers are exposed to hundreds of chemicals in food every day. The health risks add up over time. A 1958 law requires FDA to weigh these combined effects. The agency took no notable enforcement action until this year. Read the new report from Consumer Reports & Environmental Defense Fund:

Disease by a Thousand Cuts: The Cumulative Effects of Chemicals in Food

How chemicals get into your food and combine to harm your health — and what a 1958 law requires the FDA to do about their cumulative effects.

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A wildfire that officials said was “the largest in Spain’s recent history” has burned at least 50,000 hectares (193 square miles) in Avila, prompting widespread evacuations. Authorities called the blaze a “monster,” as wildfires forced tens of thousands of people to flee homes across the country.

Innovative ways to benefit from the sun’s cheap and abundant clean energy are becoming popular in the U.S.—and unlike rooftop solar, renters can join in on the savings. Here’s how: https://www.edf.org/Zu4h

Several Tribal Nations were on the verge of building wind projects that could power 500,000 homes. Then the Trump admin canceled clean energy grants that would help make them possible. Meanwhile, the coal industry gets over $1 billion in new subsidies. https://nbcnews.to/4x0c1Za

Inside the battle for clean energy on Native American land

There's a growing fight to develop clean energy on Native American land, which tribal leaders say could help ease the strain on America's power grid. NBC News' Julie Tsirkin reports.

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Do you live in a rainy locale and struggle with a muddy yard? Consider planting a rain garden. In some states, you can even apply for rebates to offset costs. Hear from a few “rainscapers” about their experiences — and how to get started yourself. https://www.edf.org/Zu4A

Rain gardening 101: How to brighten your yard and keep waterways clean

Got a puddle-prone yard? Turn it into a beautiful, low-maintenance habitat for bees, butterflies and birds — while cutting flood risk and keeping pollution out of local waterways. Some cities and stat...

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Thanks to 2016 improvements to the Toxic Substances Control Act, many harmful chemicals—including several that cause cancer—have been kept out of our communities, homes & products. Now that progress is at risk, but advocates like Kari & Sarah are fighting back. Learn more: https://www.edf.org/ZuZx

The Colorado River is a lifeline for communities, ecosystems and cultures across the West. As the river's future remains uncertain, what we need most is a new way of thinking about the river and our shared responsibility to protect it. https://www.edf.org/Zu4S

In the last week, wildfire smoke from Canada exposed millions of people to unhealthy air. As wildfires become more frequent & severe, smoke can affect communities near & far from the flames. Here's a few tips from health experts to protect your family when the smoke rolls in.

In the last week, wildfire smoke from Canada drifted into the U.S., exposing millions of people to unhealthy air. As wildfires become more frequent & severe, smoke can affect communities near and far from the flames. Here's how to protect yourself—and what you should know: https://www.edf.org/Zu44

Kari’s daughter passed from a rare brain tumor following her exposure to a toxic chemical in their community. Experiences like theirs underscore why strong chemical protections are essential—& what’s at risk if the Toxic Substances Control Act is weakened: People's health. https://www.edf.org/ZuZx

Rebuilding a damaged ecosystem takes time and in some remote areas, it requires the entire village. Through international partnerships, government funding & community development, a village in western Ghana rebounded after an intense ecological freefall. This is how: https://www.edf.org/ZuZ8

CA is proving that smart public-private partnerships can make clean transportation more affordable. And now all major US automakers are on board! #MyFirstEV will help first-time buyers save up to $3,500 on a new EV, advancing cleaner air and lower costs 👉 https://bit.ly/4wUb30J

Governor Newsom secures 13 automakers to offer instant rebates for first-time ZEV buyers | Governor of California

While Trump hands the keys to the clean car industry over to China, we are signaling to the world that California is open for business. We're all-in on cutting costs for working families and keeping American manufacturing jobs in the fight. The future s...

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With #wildfires and the smoke associated with them expanding across Canada and the border with the USA 🇺🇸 here are some tips to protect your health. #AirPollution #AirQuality

During another record hot summer, people in Western states can now take advantage of a new, behind-the-scenes marketplace that can help hold down customers electric bills by taking full advantage of the region’s clean energy resources: https://www.edf.org/ZuZ7

The Trump administration wants political appointees—not experts—to decide which federal grants get funded. Politics don’t belong in science—that's why EDF and others are fighting back. Learn more: https://www.edf.org/ZuZR

For too long, chemicals in U.S. consumer products faced little oversight, and EPA had limited power to act. Sarah is among many Americans who have experienced the real-world consequences. Since 2016, we’ve made strong progress—but now, it's at risk: https://www.edf.org/ZuZx

We already know NYC’s congestion relief program has measurably improved air quality in parts of the city. Now, research is showing it has lowered ambulance response times, a welcome side effect that “emerged quickly following the January 2025 congestion price implementation.”

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We've long known congestion pricing improves New Yorkers' lives. Now, there's strong evidence it's saving them, too. gothamist.com/news/every-s...

Five structures were lost to the #BabylonFire in southeastern Utah as of Wed, 7/8, the US Forest Service confirmed, as crews faced extreme heat and fuel-driven winds. Satellite footage from NOAA shows the heat signatures from several fires in Utah and Colorado as they burned on Monday.

The Trump EPA just announced a proposal to weaken protections against diesel pollution—putting public health at risk and leaving communities to pay the price through more pollution, more health harms and higher costs. Read on: https://www.edf.org/ZuZP

EU reaches yet another clean power milestone as countries continue to ramp up renewables as leading solution for energy security, per Eurostat analysis. Q1 data came in at ~46% of total generation (up from 42.7% in same period last year) 👏👏 https://bit.ly/4b39e8Y

Renewables power 46% of EU electricity – but bills stay high

The EU has hit a renewable energy milestone. Which countries are leading – and which are lagging behind?

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Delaying cap-and-invest from 2025 to 2029 means New York misses out on: 🚗 189,000 EV upgrades 🏠 145,000 homes with insulation savings 🔥 73,000 efficient heat pumps New York leaders can still act to provide energy bill savings for New Yorkers. See more: https://bit.ly/4vGHcs7

Breaking down New York's 2026 climate law amendments

Rollbacks allow the state to delay action on cutting harmful pollution and slow the transition away from price-volatile fossil fuels.

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By rejoining the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, Virginians can benefit from lower, more predictable energy costs, cleaner air and funding that helps communities build resilience to climate impacts like flooding. Learn more about this milestone: https://www.edf.org/ZuZ3

🐋 🐋 A southern right whale and its calf were spotted off Sydney’s Bondi Beach, in what scientists described as a rare visit to the area. The species is listed as endangered under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. #Whale #WhaleWatching #Wildlife #Conservation

Satellite imagery captured several major wildfires burning across Four Corners region on 6/29 as extreme heat, strong winds, & dry conditions fueled rapid growth. The #Babylon #Ferris #GoldMountain and #AspenAcresFire have collectively burned tens of thousands of acres across #Utah and #Colorado.

For years, CA's San Joaquin Valley residents raised concerns about methane pollution. A new @methanesat.bsky.social analysis validates them. Due to a decades-old loophole, 27,000+ oil wells have been exempt from regular leak inspections. @airresources.bsky.social can fix this. www.edf.org/ZukA

This summer, above-average temperatures are forecasted in most U.S. states. At the same time, residential electricity prices are at a multiyear high—with no end in sight. We’re sharing a few tips to help you stay cool in your own home. https://www.edf.org/ZukH

Europe's recent heat wave offers a glimpse into accelerating climate impacts, a warning that outdated infrastructure needs to be redesigned to cope with extreme temps. “Everyone is asking, why are we not ready? We are becoming aware of our own vulnerability.” https://nyti.ms/4gaXKnr

Europe's Trains, Nuclear Plants and Factories Can't Take the Heat Either

The devastating heat wave has exposed weaknesses in the continent's infrastructure, much of it built for a cooler climate that no longer exists.

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