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May 21, 2026

THE CLIMATE MOVEMENT
NEWSLETTER & ACTION TOOLKIT
WE CHOOSE
The Energy Choice Act is a new bill that would override state and local government policies that lower energy costs. Demand Congress oppose this new bill in favor of protecting public safety and keeping money in individuals’ pockets!
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PEOPLE OVER PLASTIC
Time is running out for the NY State Assembly to pass the Packaging Reduction & Recycling Infrastructure Act. This critical waste reduction bill will address urgent public health, climate and environmental justice concerns. Call your assembly member before June 4 and let your voice be heard above the plastic industry’s lobbyists!
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SCIENCE RISING
It’s more important than ever to reimagine the role of science in federal policy. Join the Union of Concerned Scientists for the launch of their new initiative to mobilize the science community to speak out and take action against anti-science government action.
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TALES FROM OUR WORLD
The NRDC and the Redford Center are hosting a free virtual workshop dedicated to community-centered climate storytelling. Join them to be inspired by other storytellers and gain the narrative tools needed to effect change.
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TOO DANG HIGH!
Are your energy bills insane? You’re not alone. Join the Black Appalachian Coalition and their partners for a discussion that teaches you why rates are going up, why some communities have it worse than others and what rights you have to protect yourself.
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The climate crisis in pictures. Our lens is global.

4 people killed and dozens injured in Kenya protests over record fuel prices

| 8 days ago
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South Africa declares natural disaster as flooding kills at least 10

Associated Press | 14 days ago
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Fire Activity Slows in Southern California Blaze That Has Forced Evacuations

New York Times | 8 days ago
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Large Everglades wildfire sends smoke toward Pembroke Pines as Florida tracks 61 active fires

The Watchers | 15 days ago
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Minnesota deploys national guard to help fight wildfires in northern region

The Guardian | 9 days ago
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Severe thunderstorms leave over 100 dead across Uttar Pradesh, India

The Watchers | 12 days ago
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SOLAR SURGE

Texas solar is overtaking coal. The Lone Star State now has more installed solar than any other state in the nation.

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TRIBAL TRIUMPH

A new federal agreement provides expanded authority for the Southern Ute tribe over energy development on tribal lands.

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AIRCON BATTERIES

A renter-friendly pilot program in NYC that tests air conditioning batteries that help manage grid stress during heat waves is coming to 1,000 homes this summer.

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GET PAID TO PLAY

Communities in Indonesia are being paid to protect wildlife. The premise is simple: everyday people record wildlife sightings in an app and receive a small payment in return. But the impact could be huge.

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BATTLEFIELD

A Virginia community is fighting back against a massive data center projected next to the site of two Civil War battlefields. One company has already withdrawn their plans.

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DUMP YOUR DATA CENTER

Utah’s Great Salt Lake is drying up, hitting a record low this year. What happens when a water–intensive data center as large as a city gets built right next to it?

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GASSY POLITICIANS

U.S. Senators are introducing the "LNG Export Security Act,” a bill that aims to stop presidents from blocking liquefied natural gas projects. It's targeting former President Biden's 2024 freeze on new export permits and would be a big win for fossil fuels.

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DATA CENTER DISPLACES

Maine just lost $240,000 of federal funding marked for affordable housing to build a data center. The move has started an explosive fight over land use, energy and equity.

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ELON'S ANTICS

Last month, the NAACP filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s xAI for running natural gas generators without proper permits. So naturally, xAI has added more turbines attached to flatbed trailers as an attempt to skirt the laws that keep us safe.

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CUBAN OIL CRISIS

Cuba is out of oil. The country that has long faced a severe energy crisis has reached a breaking point. The Trump administration’s blockade barring foreign oil from reaching Cuba mean longer, more frequent nationwide blackouts.

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FEED THE FARMERS — California is the largest food producer in the U.S., but climate change is putting farmers and farmworkers under serious pressure. Why can’t farmers afford the food they help produce? (PBS SoCal)

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DESDE LA RAIZ — Dolores Huerta is one of the most influential Latino leaders in American history. Learn how she has been fighting for the people, the planet and the future we share. (Climate Power)

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THEY'RE GOBBLING UP MONTANA — “The fate of our public lands and our rights are in jeopardy right now.” Floodlight News’ new short doc shows how a hidden billionaire's club is reshaping America's public lands. (Floodlight News)

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LEAVE IT ALONE! — It’s impossible to leave nature alone. Other species alter their environments in ways that benefit themselves and the life around them. Let’s learn a lesson from them. (Climate Diva)

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Climate science can be overwhelming. Here’s your easy-to-share highlight reel.
DUMPING GROUNDS

Big Oil has a new scam. Instead of pushing for carbon capture deep underground, the fossil fuel industry wants to dump it in the ocean instead. What could go wrong?

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THE CLOUD

Hurricane season and massive heat waves are on the way, but we may not know what’s coming until it’s too late due to Trump’s budget cuts to climate and weather programs. NOAA is turning to AI forecasting to fill the gaps, but is that really reliable?

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WHIPLASH

Latin America is being hit with droughts, floods and extreme heat all at once. Scientists call it “hydrological whiplash,” and the result could be unlike anything we’ve seen.

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ICE ICE BABY

A team of European researchers has found an ice core in Antarctica that could unlock 1.2 million years of data. The once-in-a-lifetime discovery may hold the secrets of the ice age.

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RCP 8.5

The world's worst possible future climate scenario, RCP 8.5, is now seeming less and less likely. But this isn’t much of a reason to celebrate. Why? Because our chances at achieving the best-case scenario are also slipping further and further away.

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This is the spotlight for the heroes doing the most urgent work on climate.
Professor of forest ecology, DR. SUZANNE SIMARD, specializes in plant communication and intelligence. Her work blends rigorous scientific research and neglected Indigenous knowledge, inspiring the millions of people who’ve read her work and watched her viral TED talks.

DR. SUZANNE
SIMARD

Professor of forest ecology, DR. SUZANNE SIMARD, specializes in plant communication and intelligence. Her work blends rigorous scientific research and neglected Indigenous knowledge, inspiring the millions of people who’ve read her work and watched her viral TED talks.
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The beloved “voice of nature,” SIR DAVID ATTENBOROUGH, celebrates his 100th birthday this week. His long career as the most recognizable voice in nature documentaries is a reflection of over 70 years at the forefront of efforts to protect the environment.

DAVID
ATTENBOROUGH

The beloved “voice of nature,” SIR DAVID ATTENBOROUGH, celebrates his 100th birthday this week. His long career as the most recognizable voice in nature documentaries is a reflection of over 70 years at the forefront of efforts to protect the environment.
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Pioneer TED TURNER was a force in environmental advocacy, leveraging his wealth to promote conservation and climate awareness. His legacy lives on through the UN Foundation, the Captain Planet Foundation and the Turner Foundation.

TED
TURNER

Pioneer TED TURNER was a force in environmental advocacy, leveraging his wealth to promote conservation and climate awareness. His legacy lives on through the UN Foundation, the Captain Planet Foundation and the Turner Foundation.
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