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Supreme Court Lets Biden Plans on Mercury and Methane Move Forward

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Supreme Court Lets Biden Plans on Mercury and Methane Move Forward

Republican-led states and industry groups argued that the Environmental Protection Agency had moved too fast and imposed onerous regulations.

By Abbie VanSickle and Adam Liptak

Marathon Oil Agrees to Pay Record EPA Penalty

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Marathon Oil Agrees to Pay Record EPA Penalty

The company will spend $242 million to resolve allegations that it released methane, a greenhouse gas, and other pollutants in North Dakota.

By Rebecca F. Elliott

Sweetgreen Is Introducing Steak. What About Its Climate Goals?

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Sweetgreen Is Introducing Steak. What About Its Climate Goals?

The fast-casual chain aims to be climate neutral by 2027, but beef is a big contributor to climate change.

By Christina Morales

Why Is There So Much Plastic Food Packaging?

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Why Is There So Much Plastic Food Packaging?

As governments impose limits on plastic food packaging, climate-friendlier alternatives are in the works. Here are some that might be coming to a grocery store near you.

By Kim Severson