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Earth Month Reflections: Our Power is Collective

April 17, 2026 | By Julie Wedge

As I reflect on the last 14 months of this administration, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. So much of our work is being dismantled, and many of us wonder if we can pull ourselves back from the brink yet again. I believe we can. I have seen what we can do when we work together.

Keeping an Eye on Justice40

February 16, 2022 | By Thea Louis

Justice40 is not perfect. Its primary challenges remain consistent with that of environmental justice issues more broadly: they are multifaceted, interconnected, and complicated. However, it is an opportunity to take these challenges on, knowing that the financial and federal support is there to begin remediating America's history of exploitation of places and people.

Thea Louis - National Water Projects Coordinator

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Set Your Year Off Right: 17 Zero-Waste and Minimalist Tips for Decluttering Your Home

January 19, 2022 | By Grace Lee

There’s no a better time than the beginning of the year to make a change in your home. Setting the intention to declutter and create a more sustainable and zero-waste home is a great goal to start off your year. It can seem overwhelming to begin your minimalist journey. But don’t worry, we’ve reached out to the experts across the US and Canada so you can kick start the year by making your home more sustainable!