Zero by 2050 Archives

Apr 04, 2025

The Truth about Renewable Natural Gas

Despite the fossil fuel industry’s greenwashing, “renewable” natural gas still pollutes the climate and hurts our health.

No new pipelines are needed in New England

Mar 26, 2025

The Truth About Climate Change and Home Insurance

As floods, wildfires, and extreme storms ravage our homes, insurance companies are either jacking up their prices or fleeing entirely.

A small building with a red roof lies partially collapsed in a large stream of water. This is a motel in Hardwick, Vermont that suffered from the devastating flooding in 2023.

Feb 27, 2025

Rolling Back Environmental Justice Regulations: Can They Do That?

The Trump administration is working to roll back environmental justice protections like Justice40 and Title VI – but can they really do that? Undoing these policies won’t be easy, but their strategy goes beyond legal challenges. Learn how communities can fight back against these attacks on clean air, safe water, and environmental equity.

A wooden gavel held by a hand is poised above a small globe balancing on a judge's sound block, symbolizing the intersection of environmental justice and legal decisions. The background is blurred, emphasizing the focus on the gavel and Earth.

Feb 12, 2025

The Truth About Pushing Past Political Burnout

You’re not alone in feeling exhausted and overwhelmed. It’s time to breathe, recenter, and direct our focus.

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Dec 18, 2024

I Just Spoke to Vermont Climate Councilors

On behalf of every family and business affected by extreme weather, I demanded accountability and accuracy from our government.

A strong sunrise against a cloudy sky reflecting on snow covered ground. There are fox tracks leading into the distance. In Quechee, Vermont.

Dec 16, 2024

Three Things You Need to Know About the New Massachusetts Climate Law

It includes people in climate solutions, strengthens our electric system, and paves the way for more clean energy.

A shot of the Massachusetts state house, from the bottom angled upwards.

Nov 21, 2024

Connecticut Can’t Abandon Solar And Wind For Hydrogen

Connecticut’s Clean Hydrogen Roadmap draft affirms that electricity generated from solar and wind is far more efficient and affordable .

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Nov 15, 2024

COP29: Another Year of Stalling, Empty Promises, and Frustration

This year’s international climate conference, COP29, reminds me why local action is so critical to cutting carbon pollution.

Thalia Chaves stands behind a podium with "Brasil" written on it in white lettering. She is wearing a black shirt and a lanyard and smiling at the camera.

Nov 08, 2024

How Climate Change is Quietly Redefining New England’s Iconic Fall Season

Researchers at Climate Central find that autumn is becoming warmer, with consequences for our health and the environment

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Oct 18, 2024

MassDEP Delays Rule to Curb Dirty Emissions from Trucks

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection delayed implementing a rule that will curb dirty tailpipe emissions from polluting trucks.