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New from NRDC and Atlas Public Policy: EV buyers are 50% less likely to default on their auto loans compared to people with similar credit & income who buy cars with average fuel efficiency. People buying gas guzzlers are 16% more likely to default. atlaspolicy.com/fact-sheet-a...
Fact Sheet: A Link Between Fuel Economy and Auto Loan Repayment Risk
New research finds that borrowers financing fuel-efficient vehicles, particularly EVs, are less likely to fall behind on loan payments. Drawing on an analysis of 379,000 auto loans, the study reveals ...
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August 17, 2026 at 9:42 PM
New from NRDC and Atlas Public Policy: EV buyers are 50% less likely to default on their auto loans compared to people with similar credit & income who buy cars with average fuel efficiency. People buying gas guzzlers are 16% more likely to default. atlaspolicy.com/fact-sheet-a...
New tire standards!
www.nrdc.org/press-releas...
And also: why new tire standards?
www.nrdc.org/bio/john-bai...
www.nrdc.org/press-releas...
And also: why new tire standards?
www.nrdc.org/bio/john-bai...
California’s Landmark Tire Efficiency Standards Will Reduce Fueling Costs and Pollution
Consumer, environmental, and health advocates celebrated the California Energy Commission’s adoption today of first-in-the-nation efficiency standards for replacement tires. The standards will save dr...
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August 18, 2026 at 2:33 AM
New tire standards!
www.nrdc.org/press-releas...
And also: why new tire standards?
www.nrdc.org/bio/john-bai...
www.nrdc.org/press-releas...
And also: why new tire standards?
www.nrdc.org/bio/john-bai...
One more reason to frequent your public library: transit meme ideation
August 6, 2026 at 4:56 PM
One more reason to frequent your public library: transit meme ideation
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Want durable climate coalitions? Go where people feel it: affordability. Housing + transportation are the biggest monthly bills. Policies that let more people live near jobs/services/transit cut costs *and* emissions. Volts featuring @spears.bsky.social www.volts.wtf/p/why-climat...
Why climate funders don't fund housing policy, and why they oughtta
On the philanthropic obsession with electric vehicles and why Ben Holland and Caroline Spears think state-level housing policy is our next great climate opportunity.
www.volts.wtf
April 8, 2026 at 9:35 PM
Want durable climate coalitions? Go where people feel it: affordability. Housing + transportation are the biggest monthly bills. Policies that let more people live near jobs/services/transit cut costs *and* emissions. Volts featuring @spears.bsky.social www.volts.wtf/p/why-climat...
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BREAKING: The Trump administration's EPA rescinded the 2009 endangerment finding that determined that climate pollution is a threat to public health and welfare and is core to much of the climate policy that followed.
Trump Administration Erases the Government’s Power to Fight Climate Change
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:23 PM
BREAKING: The Trump administration's EPA rescinded the 2009 endangerment finding that determined that climate pollution is a threat to public health and welfare and is core to much of the climate policy that followed.
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The Trump administration just took its biggest action ever to halt climate progress. Ignoring climate science, the EPA is opening the floodgates to unlimited greenhouse gases from cars and trucks while setting the stage to undo pollution rules on other major polluters.
February 12, 2026 at 7:28 PM
The Trump administration just took its biggest action ever to halt climate progress. Ignoring climate science, the EPA is opening the floodgates to unlimited greenhouse gases from cars and trucks while setting the stage to undo pollution rules on other major polluters.
“This cynical and devastating action by the Trump EPA will not go forward without a fight. We will see them in court—and we will win." - @manishbapna.bsky.social
NRDC statement on the Trump administration efforts to undo the endangerment finding: www.nrdc.org/press-releas...
EPA Unravels Climate Protections
Today the Trump EPA rescinded the 2009 endangerment finding that determined that climate pollution is a threat to public health and welfare and is core to much of the climate policy that followed....
www.nrdc.org
February 12, 2026 at 7:22 PM
“This cynical and devastating action by the Trump EPA will not go forward without a fight. We will see them in court—and we will win." - @manishbapna.bsky.social
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🚙 Transportation is the largest source of climate pollution in the US
📜 This year's Surface Transportation Reauthorization is one of the biggest climate bills before Congress
👇 Evergreen Collaborative just modeled 4 key risks and opportunities for sustainable transportation
📜 This year's Surface Transportation Reauthorization is one of the biggest climate bills before Congress
👇 Evergreen Collaborative just modeled 4 key risks and opportunities for sustainable transportation
January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
🚙 Transportation is the largest source of climate pollution in the US
📜 This year's Surface Transportation Reauthorization is one of the biggest climate bills before Congress
👇 Evergreen Collaborative just modeled 4 key risks and opportunities for sustainable transportation
📜 This year's Surface Transportation Reauthorization is one of the biggest climate bills before Congress
👇 Evergreen Collaborative just modeled 4 key risks and opportunities for sustainable transportation
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Safe, reliable public transit doesn’t just help people travel, it helps communities thrive. This week, Governor Pritzker and Illinois leaders are steering the state to a cleaner, more affordable future.
Pritzker signs CTA/Metra/Pace overhaul that ‘makes transit safer and more reliable’
Fares will be collected under a unified system managed by a new, stronger Northern Illinois Transportation Authority.
chicago.suntimes.com
December 17, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Safe, reliable public transit doesn’t just help people travel, it helps communities thrive. This week, Governor Pritzker and Illinois leaders are steering the state to a cleaner, more affordable future.
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Driving costs are at an all time high and traffic is polluting communities, so Illinois is investing in a better future for Chicagoland. The new transportation law will help communities stay connected and save families money.
Pritzker signs CTA/Metra/Pace overhaul that ‘makes transit safer and more reliable’
Fares will be collected under a unified system managed by a new, stronger Northern Illinois Transportation Authority.
chicago.suntimes.com
December 17, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Driving costs are at an all time high and traffic is polluting communities, so Illinois is investing in a better future for Chicagoland. The new transportation law will help communities stay connected and save families money.
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Thanks to the Illinois’ massive investment in transit, Chicago has a bright transit future, with the dawn coming next year:
—50% increase in every-10-min bus routes to 30 citywide
—8-minute midday headways on rail lines
—24-hour Orange Line service (Red & Blue already have it)
—50% increase in every-10-min bus routes to 30 citywide
—8-minute midday headways on rail lines
—24-hour Orange Line service (Red & Blue already have it)
Acting CTA President Nora Leerhsen’s ambitious plan would also expand — from 20 to 30 routes — the so-called “Frequent Bus Network” that provides service “every ten minutes or better” between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.
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CTA plans 24-hour service on Orange Line to Midway, thanks to mass transit bailout
Acting CTA President Nora Leerhsen’s ambitious plan would also expand — from 20 to 30 routes — the so-called “Frequent Bus Network” that provides service “every ten minutes or better” between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.
trib.al
November 7, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Thanks to the Illinois’ massive investment in transit, Chicago has a bright transit future, with the dawn coming next year:
—50% increase in every-10-min bus routes to 30 citywide
—8-minute midday headways on rail lines
—24-hour Orange Line service (Red & Blue already have it)
—50% increase in every-10-min bus routes to 30 citywide
—8-minute midday headways on rail lines
—24-hour Orange Line service (Red & Blue already have it)
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I am strongly in favor of this change. Over 15 years ago, 5-year old Zachary was killed at this intersection. We have known for years that this is dangerous, and it's past time that we do something about it. Thank you for your leadership on pedestrian safety, @markhumbert.bsky.social.
One car in 10 stops at the slip right turn at Zachary’s Corner. This intersection will be redesigned and reconstructed with funds from Berkeley’s LRDP settlement with UC Berkeley, per my request. It’s a top priority project for our Public Works Dept. Can’t happen soon enough.
February 1, 2025 at 6:38 AM
I am strongly in favor of this change. Over 15 years ago, 5-year old Zachary was killed at this intersection. We have known for years that this is dangerous, and it's past time that we do something about it. Thank you for your leadership on pedestrian safety, @markhumbert.bsky.social.
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First edition coming tomorrow! Not too late to subscribe and get it in your inbox!
OK, here we go...
I'm excited to launch Climate-Colored Goggles, a newsletter about climate and culture. I'll be writing about climate solutions in pop culture, media & sports. America's most influential storytellers need to get in the game.
Sign up here: www.climatecoloredgoggles.com
I'm excited to launch Climate-Colored Goggles, a newsletter about climate and culture. I'll be writing about climate solutions in pop culture, media & sports. America's most influential storytellers need to get in the game.
Sign up here: www.climatecoloredgoggles.com
October 19, 2025 at 5:47 PM
First edition coming tomorrow! Not too late to subscribe and get it in your inbox!
Given this week's climate backsliding from California's elected leadership—reneging on $750M transit funding and cutting checks to oil companies—I'm reminded that other states have instead taxed oil production to fund transit.
Read about the Colorado way here: www.nrdc.org/bio/alana-mi...
Read about the Colorado way here: www.nrdc.org/bio/alana-mi...
Lessons Learned from Colorado’s Transportation Leadership
A look at Colorado provides examples of how to build a transportation system that is just, equitable, and sustainable.
www.nrdc.org
September 10, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Given this week's climate backsliding from California's elected leadership—reneging on $750M transit funding and cutting checks to oil companies—I'm reminded that other states have instead taxed oil production to fund transit.
Read about the Colorado way here: www.nrdc.org/bio/alana-mi...
Read about the Colorado way here: www.nrdc.org/bio/alana-mi...
Grateful and excited for this new analysis from @cplusc.bsky.social, and love their opportunity cost frame -- what do we lose every time our state leaders greenlight $1 billion for the next wasteful highway project?
What’s the best way to spend $1 billion for transportation?
Our latest report shows the positive impacts of every $1 billion shifted from highways to transit and identifies key policy levers to shift transportation investments away from highway spending.
climateandcommunity.org/research/let...
Our latest report shows the positive impacts of every $1 billion shifted from highways to transit and identifies key policy levers to shift transportation investments away from highway spending.
climateandcommunity.org/research/let...
Letting People Move - Climate and Community Institute
Transportation policy represents a key tool to address both the cost of living and climate crises. In the United States, the shortcomings of today’s transportation system …
climateandcommunity.org
July 29, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Grateful and excited for this new analysis from @cplusc.bsky.social, and love their opportunity cost frame -- what do we lose every time our state leaders greenlight $1 billion for the next wasteful highway project?
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Hey! COME WORK HERE
Job: Illinois State Lead – Save transit, Build clean energy
Team: BEST TEAM IN CLIMATE POLITICS AND POLICY - @michealpodgers.bsky.social @spears.bsky.social and the rest of us at @climateaf.bsky.social
Location: Remote but in Illinois
Pay: $85-105k
Deadline: SOON! August 4!
Job: Illinois State Lead – Save transit, Build clean energy
Team: BEST TEAM IN CLIMATE POLITICS AND POLICY - @michealpodgers.bsky.social @spears.bsky.social and the rest of us at @climateaf.bsky.social
Location: Remote but in Illinois
Pay: $85-105k
Deadline: SOON! August 4!
Illinois State Lead - Lobbyist and Strategist
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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July 22, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Hey! COME WORK HERE
Job: Illinois State Lead – Save transit, Build clean energy
Team: BEST TEAM IN CLIMATE POLITICS AND POLICY - @michealpodgers.bsky.social @spears.bsky.social and the rest of us at @climateaf.bsky.social
Location: Remote but in Illinois
Pay: $85-105k
Deadline: SOON! August 4!
Job: Illinois State Lead – Save transit, Build clean energy
Team: BEST TEAM IN CLIMATE POLITICS AND POLICY - @michealpodgers.bsky.social @spears.bsky.social and the rest of us at @climateaf.bsky.social
Location: Remote but in Illinois
Pay: $85-105k
Deadline: SOON! August 4!
Five seconds?! I mean, good to know I guess—but also no wonder everyone is confused about why their card isn't working
June 10, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Five seconds?! I mean, good to know I guess—but also no wonder everyone is confused about why their card isn't working
June 5, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Amazing news for clean, safe, affordable transportation in California. Two of the most effective orgs in the space joining forces. Truly love to see it!! Congrats to all involved.
Huge news! We’re joining forces with @kidsafesf.bsky.social and launching @streetsforallsf.org! Both organizations will remain focused on Los Angeles and San Francisco, while using our combined muscle to work even more effectively in Sacramento.
Learn more: streetsforall.org/blog/announc...
Learn more: streetsforall.org/blog/announc...
June 4, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Amazing news for clean, safe, affordable transportation in California. Two of the most effective orgs in the space joining forces. Truly love to see it!! Congrats to all involved.
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Thermostatic public opinion in action - increases in the share of Americans who say government should do more to solve problems and diversity enriches American culture
We've got some new polling out today looking at the way long-term political trends are shaking out in the current moment, as well as views of the parties.
Record shares a) drawing distinction b/w parties and b) saying government should to more to solve problems
www.cnn.com/2025/06/01/p...
Record shares a) drawing distinction b/w parties and b) saying government should to more to solve problems
www.cnn.com/2025/06/01/p...
June 1, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Thermostatic public opinion in action - increases in the share of Americans who say government should do more to solve problems and diversity enriches American culture
What's better than the instantaneous camaraderie around the awkwardness of sharing an extremely full train during rush hour? Uncomfortable physical proximity, empathy in the [relatively low stakes] suffering, extremely space efficient low-carbon travel. It's got it all
May 21, 2025 at 12:35 AM
What's better than the instantaneous camaraderie around the awkwardness of sharing an extremely full train during rush hour? Uncomfortable physical proximity, empathy in the [relatively low stakes] suffering, extremely space efficient low-carbon travel. It's got it all
For better and sometimes worse, state legislatures and transportation departments are behind the wheel of the electric bus that runs to a clean transportation future. We looked at how they're doing -- more from @carterrubin.com and our colleague Samantha Henningson here: www.nrdc.org/bio/samantha...
States Must “Drive the Bus” on Clean Transportation Solutions
Together, electric vehicles and cleaner, more affordable ways to get around can deliver the necessary pollution and emissions reductions. We need the holistic and healthy transportation system solutio...
www.nrdc.org
April 24, 2025 at 6:38 PM
For better and sometimes worse, state legislatures and transportation departments are behind the wheel of the electric bus that runs to a clean transportation future. We looked at how they're doing -- more from @carterrubin.com and our colleague Samantha Henningson here: www.nrdc.org/bio/samantha...
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New Boiling Point podcast! This week my guest is NRDC's @carterrubin.com. We talk public transit, housing and California's opportunity to build climate-friendly cities — and why it's been so hard to overcome the political obstacles to doing so. Listen in: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Traffic, Trains and Trade-Offs
Podcast Episode · Boiling Point · 04/17/2025 · 39m
podcasts.apple.com
April 18, 2025 at 3:41 PM
New Boiling Point podcast! This week my guest is NRDC's @carterrubin.com. We talk public transit, housing and California's opportunity to build climate-friendly cities — and why it's been so hard to overcome the political obstacles to doing so. Listen in: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Golden age of American manufacturing 🤝 recreational pickleball in 2025
March 8, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Golden age of American manufacturing 🤝 recreational pickleball in 2025
CA should use all the tools at its disposal—including more of its discretionary state and federal dollars—to get HSR back on track. Call the Trump admin's bluff by majorly outperforming everyone's extremely low expectations and making this critical project happen ASAP.
ktla.com/news/califor...
ktla.com/news/califor...
Transportation Secretary blasts California high-speed rail spending, opens investigation
As President Donald Trump’s administration makes cuts to government programs, his head of the Department of Transportation announced that federal assistance intended for a major California tr…
ktla.com
March 6, 2025 at 9:18 PM
CA should use all the tools at its disposal—including more of its discretionary state and federal dollars—to get HSR back on track. Call the Trump admin's bluff by majorly outperforming everyone's extremely low expectations and making this critical project happen ASAP.
ktla.com/news/califor...
ktla.com/news/califor...