Blog posts from around the country

Wisconsin Chapter
The class of chemicals known as PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are used commonly in products that are advertised as non-stick, as they repel water and oil.
Maryland Chapter
Annapolis, MD - On Tuesday, February 26th, the Maryland General Assembly’s Environment & Transportation Committee will hold a hearing on the Transportation Climate Accountability Act; a similar hearing will be held in the Senate’s Education,…
District of Columbia Chapter
DC Chapter Clean Water Committee Chair Larry Martin testified before the DC Council about DC Water's sewage sludge biosolid soil amendment product and re-structuring the Clean Rivers Impervious Area Charge (CRIAC)
Massachusetts Chapter
I've been telling everyone lately that electric vehicles (EVs) are "the next big thing." Whether you agree or not, the markets for these vehicles are growing, costs are falling, and governments are calling for more. Especially in Massachusetts.
Oregon Chapter
Are you looking for hands-on experience with the behind-the-scenes work of running a major non-profit? Are you computer savvy? Do you want to join the team of Oregon’s largest grassroots environmental organization? If so, the Oregon Sierra Club…
Massachusetts Chapter
One of the single most effective things you can do to positively impact the planet and your personal health at the same time is to adopt a vegan diet. According to a study done by Joseph Poore of the University of Oxford in England, going vegan…
Massachusetts Chapter
We're nearly two months into the legislative session. Here are a few things you may have missed, plus our strategy for the 2019-2020 legislative session. This year Sierra Club is supporting a number of landmark bills that would reduce emissions from…
District of Columbia Chapter
Bradley Green, a member of the DC Chapter's Smart Growth Committee, testified at the DC Department of Transportation performance oversight hearing.