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ClientEarth argues that the SEAC draft opinion on Cr(VI) restriction is based on systemic information gaps and biased evidence, failing to prove that a restriction would better promote substitution or reduce risks than the current authorisation process. The organization urges SEAC to stay its opinion until a robust dossier is provided, suggesting that a ban with transition periods would be a more proportionate and effective risk management measure.

The document analyzes how the plastics industry employs nine recurring disinformation frames—ranging from denialism and victim blaming to the promotion of pseudo-solutions like chemical recycling—to protect its legitimacy and deflect responsibility for plastic pollution. It argues that these narratives are amplified by digital algorithms and AI, and recommends upstream policy interventions, including production caps and legal accountability for producers, to address the root causes of the plastics crisis.

CAPE NB advocates for the passage of Bill 23 in New Brunswick, arguing that enshrining the right to a healthy environment is a critical preventative health measure that reduces strain on the medical system and protects vulnerable populations.

The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) empowers the U.S. EPA to regulate chemicals across their lifecycle. Following 2016 amendments, the EPA must conduct risk evaluations based on hazard and exposure, without considering costs, to determine if a chemical poses an 'unreasonable risk.' If such a risk is found, the EPA must implement risk management rules, which can include bans or restrictions. The TSCA does not regulate chemicals in pesticides, tobacco, weapons, food, drugs, cosmetics, or medical devices, though these are considered as background exposures.

The report details how industrial actors employ strategies such as suppressing harmful data, funding biased research, and using front groups to avoid regulation of toxic chemicals. It provides case studies on PFAS, Bisphenol A (BPA), benzene, and neonicotinoids to illustrate these patterns of disinformation. The document concludes that to protect public health and the environment, companies producing hazardous substances should be prohibited from influencing the formulation of the policies that regulate them.

A survey of 1,068 American adults in Spring 2026 reveals that 68% believe global warming is happening, with 59% attributing it primarily to human activity. While 66% of respondents express worry about global warming and a majority perceive it as an environmental, scientific, or agricultural issue, social engagement remains low, with 69% rarely or never discussing the topic with family and friends.

The document examines the 'greying' of Europe and the resulting political tensions, the failure of pronatalist policies in Hungary and Poland, the role of digital platforms in youth-led protests in Nepal and Africa, and the structural challenges of the kafala system in the Middle East. It advocates for institutional reforms to ensure intergenerational justice and a shift away from growth-oriented economics toward a model centered on care.

A joint statement by five Canadian environmental and health organizations—Ecojustice, Breast Cancer Action Quebec, the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, the David Suzuki Foundation, and Environmental Defence—providing feedback on the 'Consultation Document on Phase 1 of the Risk Management of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), Excluding Fluoropolymers: Prohibition of the Use of PFAS, not Currently Regulated, in Firefighting Foams'. While the organizations support the proposed risk management measures and their alignment with European Union and Washington State standards, they strongly criticize the proposed implementation timelines, which could allow some facilities to use PFAS-containing foams until 2039.

A coalition of health and environmental organizations urges the Canadian Minister of Health to retract a proposal to eliminate cyclical pesticide re-evaluations, arguing it would undermine the post-market risk assessment framework and contradict existing regulatory policies.

The document argues that plastic pollution constitutes a public health crisis, with adverse effects occurring across the entire life cycle of plastics. It proposes three options for the treaty's structure: an integrated approach, a standalone article on health, or a combination of both. The briefing details how specific articles of the treaty could be used to eliminate harmful chemicals, improve product design, and support vulnerable populations, such as informal waste workers and fence-line communities.

The Trump administration has initiated the process to reopen the Powder River Basin in Wyoming and Eastern Montana for new coal leasing, reversing a 2024 Interior Department decision that halted leasing due to declining demand and the climate crisis. Earthjustice contends that this move, alongside a budget bill slashing coal royalty rates and mandating permit approvals, prioritizes corporate profits over public health and climate goals. The briefing notes that wind and solar power surpassed coal in the U.S. in 2024 and warns that coal mining continues to threaten the air, water, and health of frontline communities, including the Northern Cheyenne Tribe.

The document examines the evolution of humanitarian communication, focusing on the tension between emotional storytelling and technical data. It analyzes the impact of generative AI on the authenticity of testimonies and images, the risks of 'infoglut' and fake news in conflict zones, and the intersectional vulnerabilities of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals facing climate change, specifically in Kenya.

CAPE supports the PMRA's effort to update fees but argues the proposed increases are inadequate for full cost recovery. The organization advocates for a fee structure based on the polluter-pays principle that incorporates health, environmental, and social costs, while opposing 'niche' product exemptions and discounts for high-volume registrants.

The document outlines short-term and long-term strategies for the EPA to better address cumulative impacts, including expanding hyper-local pollution monitoring, enhancing polluter transparency via real-time apps, and integrating existing health data into cleanup thresholds and risk assessments.

The document examines the environmental and health impacts of a 2014 acid leachate spill from the Buenavista del Cobre mine into the Sonora River. It evaluates groundwater quality by comparing data from the Fideicomiso Río Sonora portal against the Norma Oficial Mexicana and WHO water quality guidelines, with a specific focus on arsenic levels.

The research examines four case studies in Argentina, Mexico, and the USA to demonstrate how disconnected or neoliberal water policies exacerbate vulnerabilities for less privileged groups in arid regions. It argues that water policies act as key non-climatic factors that can either increase or reduce climate vulnerability depending on their inclusivity and coordination with other resource policies.

The document details the specific research funding, fellowship programs, and institutional resources provided by the IAI to Bolivia. It highlights funded projects related to climate, health, and tropical forests, as well as the role of the National Representative and the STeP fellowship program for public officials.

The document details the benefits of IAI membership for Chile, highlighting specific research grants, collaborative projects on climate-health-environment nexuses, and scientific diplomacy initiatives. It lists funded projects ranging from US$ 90,000 to US$ 299,600, as well as the participation of Chilean institutions and individuals in IAI committees and the STeP Fellows program.

The document details Colombia's participation in the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), highlighting its involvement in regional hydroclimatic and health-climate projects, the receipt of seed funding for research on climate and tropical forests, and the appointment of national representatives to scientific and indigenous advisory committees.

The document details Ecuador's engagement with the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), highlighting national representatives on scientific and indigenous advisory committees and specific research funding. It lists opportunities for Ecuadorian institutions and officials, including seed funding for health and energy-environmental building assessments, science diplomacy workshops, and the Science, Technology and Policy (STeP) Fellowship program.