Methane’s silent threat: New research shows why New York must act on landfill emissions
A new study released by a team of scientists has confirmed what aerial surveys and community watchdogs in New York have long been sounding the alarm about: landfills in New York are quietly leaking far more methane than official records show—and the climate and public health stakes couldn’t be higher.
Michigan’s landfill loophole: a big emissions problem with a clear fix
When Michigan passed its clean energy standard in 2023, it sent a strong signal: the state is ready to lead on climate. But buried deep within the law is a quiet loophole that could undermine those goals if regulators don’t act soon.