Yesterday, a Trump-appointed judge ruled to block the Biden administration's pause on liquefied methane gas (LNG) approvals. This follows last week's decision by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to permit a large gas export terminal, CP2 LNG, that would have the equivalent emissions of 46 coal-fired power plants. But our fight won’t stop. The Department of Energy still has the authority—and obligation—to review the impacts of these dangerous projects that we know are not in the public interest. These decisions make it even more critical that the administration keep at their work to ensure these facilities get adequate review.
Our mature and old-growth forests are one of nature’s greatest tools to help us fight climate change. They also provide so many other valuable resources, like critical habitat for wildlife and reliable drinking water for hundreds of millions of Americans. We have an opportunity to make a new measure proposed by the U.S. Forest Service the safeguard we need to protect forests from the urgent threat of commercial logging -- but only if we act now!
Every day, the Line 5 pipeline moves 22 million gallons of crude oil and fracked gas across 645 miles from Wisconsin to Canada. Right now, the Army Corps of Engineers is accepting public comments on Line 5 for the next month. This is one of our best chances to shut down this pipeline, so it's crucial that we use this opportunity to make our voices heard!
The Sierra Club is counting on people like you to become a member TODAY. Join us on the front lines of the fight to save endangered wildlife, protect our nation’s forests and public lands, defend clean air and water for all, block the fossil fuel industry’s destruction, and much more.
Embark on a journey where adventure meets purpose! At Sierra Club Outings, we love to recreate in nature and we also believe in being responsible stewards of the environment. Take your pick of projects like building and maintaining trails and invasive plant removal, with leisure time for hiking, swimming, and more.
Human activities have caused nearly 500 species extinctions in the last century, with habitat loss and climate change speeding up this trend. Some researchers now explore "de-extinction" to revive lost species, grappling with its moral and ecological implications. But given the risks and current biodiversity crisis, we should be investing in efforts to protect species and ecosystems that are still alive rather than pursuing flashy vanity projects.
Ash trees line many city streets and parks across North America, providing crucial shade and cooling by evaporating water through their leaves. However, they are threatened by an invasive insect, the emerald ash borer, jeopardizing these natural air conditioners.
Traditional conservation is focused on preventing extinction. If a species is not in danger, the thinking is, all is well. But for scientists like Arian Wallach and Heidi Pearson, the well-being of individual animals, not just their species, is equally important.
We have no time to waste. We must act at unmatched speed on an unprecedented scale to confront the crises facing our country and our planet. We can only be successful by building a movement that works for everyone. Learn more about the Sierra Club.
