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Conservation Groups Challenge EPA’s Gutting of Clean Water Protections in Federal Court

“The administration’s new rule completely undermines the core purpose of the Clean Water Act, which is to restore and maintain the integrity of our nation’s waters. It will put the health of communities throughout the country at risk,” said Jennifer Peters, national water programs director at Clean Water Action. “Even kids understand we all live downstream and that small streams and wetlands are vital to overall health of our drinking water sources. Instead of acting like drinking water matters, EPA is prioritizing polluter profits with this illegal and unscientific rule and standing its mission to protect human health and the environment on its head.”
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Long Awaited RGGI Funding and Investments Now One Step Closer to Realization in NJ

Last week’s announcement to re-enter RGGI and secure funds through the auction is definitely long-awaited good news, but Clean Water Action will continue to push for additional funding and policies that will have a real impact on reducing pollution in low income communities, reducing our climate pollutant emissions, and more rapidly transitioning New Jersey to a clean energy economy
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Groups Sue EPA Over Free Pass for Polluters Amid Pandemic

“Giving polluters a sweeping pass on complying with regulations meant to protect people's health and the environment is the wrong way to approach challenges presented by this crisis and creates unnecessary risks for fenceline communities and our drinking water sources,” said Lynn Thorp, Campaigns Director, Clean Water Action.
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