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Companies operating in New York must prepare for new compliance frameworks, fee structures, and material sourcing requirements aimed at reducing waste and safeguarding public health.

The EPA and Army Corps plan to revise the WOTUS Rule, aiming to clarify waterway jurisdiction, reduce permitting costs, and align with a 2023 Supreme Court ruling.

With carbon capture technology emerging as a key component of U.S. energy and environmental policy, the EPA has granted West Virginia the authority to regulate Class VI wells for carbon sequestration.

The bill seeks to provide funding for statewide transportation improvements, but its impact on EV affordability and expansion remains uncertain.

Wyoming’s SF0186 sets new regulations for storing spent nuclear fuel, supporting advanced reactor development and aligning with U.S. clean energy goals.

States, consumers, and corporations clash in 2025’s growing wave of PFAS lawsuits over contamination and public health hazards.

A Texas court’s ruling against American Airlines’ ESG retirement investments signals rising legal challenges to balancing environmental goals with fiduciary obligations.

A Cleveland-based food production facility is under scrutiny after Tennessee regulators discovered it operated for over five years without required air quality permits.

Buy Now exposes the dark side of consumerism—planned obsolescence, waste, and environmental harm. Watch it this Black Friday week for a reality check.

Michigan’s Attorney General has filed a civil complaint against Ox Paperboard WP, LLC, and White Pigeon Mills, LLC, citing severe environmental violations at their White Pigeon facility.

A recent opinion from the Northern District of Illinois may signal an uphill battle for plaintiffs seeking to challenge beverage labeling based on the alleged presence of microplastics. The case, …

In a significant move to safeguard public health, the Biden-Harris Administration has taken decisive action to address the dangers posed by per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) , commonly known …

As public awareness about the environmental damage caused by single-use plastic packaging grows, the market for bioplastic products has surged. Items marketed as “plant-based,” …

Wrecked, abandoned, or hazardous boats pose significant threats to the environment, local communities, and economies. Through the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada continues to address …

The lawsuit accuses Danone of misleading consumers by promoting evian as “sustainable," “natural," and “healthy,” despite evidence of health-harming microplastics and bisphenol-A (BPA) in the product.

The Coalition for Fair Trade in Shopping Bags has welcomed the United States Department of Commerce's publication of antidumping duty orders on paper shopping bag imports from eight countries, along …

In a significant blow, Havas, one of the world's largest advertising groups, has had its coveted B Corp certification revoked from four of its agencies following an investigation. This decision marks …

In a significant legal challenge, consumer groups in Georgia have filed a federal lawsuit against the state, alleging that lawmakers violated the state constitution by unilaterally postponing …

Lithium-ion batteries are integral to the EV industry, powering the shift towards cleaner transportation. However, recent scientific discoveries have unearthed a significant environmental concern: …

Costco, the retail giant renowned for its Kirkland Signature line, is embroiled in a class action lawsuit concerning its Kirkland Signature Baby Wipes Fragrance-Free product. Central to this legal …

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