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New report: 300-plus food recalls in 2023, highest since 2020
ADVISORY: Lawmakers from across U.S. to expose how tech lobbyists hurt your ability to keep data private
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The fourth meeting on the United Nations global plastic treaty happening this week
To U.S. Trade Representative: We must reduce, reuse, repair and recycle critical minerals
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Clean lighting bill clears Illinois House
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RELEASE: Big brands are reducing their plastic usage
What do the world’s largest hotel chain, an entertainment giant and a big box retailer all have in common? Each recently committed to reducing single-use plastic after signing agreements with Green Century.
Earth Week: New effort against environmental harms of “disposable” tech, starting with Apple AirPods
As electronic waste poses increasing threats, why are products such as Apple AirPods designed to die?
RELEASE: Airlines to disclose fees up front, give automatic refunds for cancellations, delays
The White House and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on Wednesday announced wide-sweeping consumer protection rules targeting aspects of air travel that have infuriated travelers for years.
PIRG supports Labor retirement rule
Costco should stop supersizing wasteful packaging
Lots of people are taking steps to reduce waste and cut plastic, but we need corporations to do their part. Costco can make a big impact right now by stopping excessive packaging.