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Advocacy, research and engaged supporters came together to win big for the public interest this year.
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A round up of the latest good news, progress and actions in the public interest.
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The right call for America’s top consumer watchdog
Efficient water heaters will cut pollution, save money, save lives
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U.S. pledges to triple renewable energy by 2030
U.S. Postal Service is going electric
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Three big wins for the public interest in 2023
The past year saw real results for the public interest -- and support from people like you helped make it possible.
The military is ending the use of PFAS. Why that’s a win for kids’ health.
Using safer alternatives in firefighting foam will mean eliminating a significant pathway for toxic contamination of drinking water sources.
Statement: 3M to stop making, using PFAS
Major manufacturer to discontinue use of hazardous ‘forever chemicals’ by end of 2025
Statement: US Postal Service’s electric vehicle purchases will help deliver a cleaner future
USPS to announce a significant increase in electric vehicle purchases
State, federal laws make it easier than ever to transition to electric school buses
Now is a better time than ever for schools to switch to clean electric vehicles, which have no tailpipe emissions, can save money over time and can even help stabilize the electric system with vehicle-to-grid technology.
