The air pollution is associated with the more than 200 diesel-burning generators powering the Everglades migrant detention facility, along with 100 diesel-burning lighting towers.

By Amy Green

A new federal lawsuit contends emissions at the Everglades migrant detention site known as Alligator Alcatraz, associated with more than 200 diesel-burning generators and 100 diesel-burning lighting towers, are harmful to human health and the environment and violate the Clean Air Act.

Alligator Alcatraz Emissions Threaten Human Health, Violate Clean Air Act, Lawsuit Claims

With ocean waters projected to rise five feet by 2100, the regulations put on hold would have required new shore homes and substantial remodels to be built four feet higher than current FEMA standards.

By Emilie Lounsberry

After months of complaints from business and political leaders about new coastal management rules, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is now facing blistering criticism from environmental advocates for agreeing to a one-year delay and new review of regulations intended to prepare the state for sea-level rise and more flooding.

In New Jersey, Sherrill Agrees to Delay Protections Against Sea Level Rise

New rules for the $8.8 billion in program funding no longer promote electric home heating.

By Dan Gearino

Federal energy efficiency rebate programs will no longer cover a switch from fossil fuels to electricity for heating, according to long-awaited guidance from the Department of Energy.

DOE Restarts Home Efficiency Rebates, and Electrification Is the Biggest Loser