Utilities
A Florida city wanted to move away from fossil fuels. The state just made sure it couldn’t.
The story behind Florida’s new laws that strip cities of their ability to fight climate change.
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Emily founded Floodlight in 2021, after more than a decade as an environment reporter in Washington, D.C. She reported for The Guardian, Politico, E&E News and CQ Roll Call. emily@floodlightnews.org
Utilities
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International
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The Guardian
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Greenwashing
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Public Health
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The Guardian
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Gulf Coast
A Texas city had a bold new climate plan – until a gas company got involved
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