Food & Water Watch
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Food & Water Watch fights for the safe food, clean water, and livable climate we all deserve.
The last thing we need is another gift to pesticide industries, but that's what this Farm Bill includes. š”
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Trump's authoritarian tendencies haven't let up, but neither has our motivation to resist. We hope you'll join us at a No Kings event on March 28th:
https://www.nokings.org/?SQF_SOURCE=fww
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Alaska is considering legislation to regulate microplastics and Styrofoam. From an oncologist, in support of these bills: "As a physician, I believe in prevention [...] I urge legislators to act this session so we can make the prognosis for our health and environment better for the future."
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OPINION: Cancer physician urges legislators to act on microplastic, Styrofoam bills - Juneau Empire
My Turn: Oncologist speaks in support of 2 bills before the Alaska Legislature.
https://www.juneauempire.com/2026/03/04/opinion-cancer-physician-urges-legislators-to-act-on-microplastic-styrofoam-bills/
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Sometimes, when we organize, we win! Locally and nationally, we're working to fight AI data center expansion at every level.
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Montour County Residents Prove Community Organizing Can Defeat Data Centers and Halt Corporate Land and Power Grabs - Bucks County Beacon
Now they are urging other communities across the state, like Bucks County, to join the fight.
https://buckscountybeacon.com/2026/03/montour-county-residents-prove-how-community-organizing-can-defeat-data-centers/
about 10 hours ago
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It's more important than ever to maintain strong state-level climate protections. If
@governor.ny.gov
wants to lead against Trumpism, she can start by upholding the state's climate law.
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Electrification + public transit = climate joy!
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How electrifying a Bay Area rail system made trains faster, cleaner, and more frequent
A $2.4 billion upgrade to Caltrain is shaving time off trips, boosting ridership, and reducing ridersā exposure to toxic
https://grist.org/transportation/how-electrifying-a-bay-area-rail-system-made-trains-faster-cleaner-and-more-frequent/
about 11 hours ago
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We're not accepting
@governor.ny.gov
's threats to weaken New York's climate bill. We need to build on climate progress, not roll it back!
about 13 hours ago
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Kristi Noem eviscerated by noted progressive ... uh, Thom Tillis?!
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New Yorkers, join us in Albany to protect our state's groundbreaking climate law! We'll take care of transportation just sign up and bring your friends and family!
www.mobilize.us/fww/event/91...
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We've got research to back up our campaign for a moratorium on new AI data centers. š When you're done reading our new report, tell your Reps to stop the growth of new data centers:
https://fwwat.ch/3L0SMMO
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There are so many reasons to oppose this version of the Farm Bill. It's bad for animals, farmers, the planet and just about everyone besides Big Ag corporations!
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Republicansā New Farm Bill Takes Aim at Animal Welfare and Pesticide Regulations
But the bill faces steep odds of passage in a sharply-divided Congress
https://sentientmedia.org/republicans-new-farm-bill-takes-aim-at-animal-welfare/
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We're going to go ahead and guess that the executives of these corporations would not want to drink chemicals like acetone, but they see fit to pollute other people's water with these contaminants.
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A Global Chemical Giant Racks Up Violations in Durham, N.C., Where Drinking Water for a Million Is Threatened - Inside Climate News
Acetone, ethanol, 1,4-dioxane and methylene chloride were among contaminants found in a stream near Brenntag Mid-Southās
https://insideclimatenews.org/news/04032026/durham-nc-brenntag-drinking-water-contaminants/
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Of course this administration, which loves to talk a big game on "health," is trying to protect a pesticide company from legal accountability.
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Trump Administration Affirms Support for Bayer in Glyphosate Case
Make America Healthy Again supporters plan to rally against the proposal when Supreme Court justices hear the case in Ap
https://civileats.com/2026/03/03/trump-administration-affirms-support-for-bayer-in-glyphosate-case/
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This all-star canvassing team educated their neighbors about Rep. Mike Lawler's anti-climate and anti-food voting record *and* recruited three new volunteers in the process!
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š NEW RESEARCH š Thereās been lots of buzz ā and misinformation ā about data centers. Our research team debunked Big Techās bogus claims and did a deep dive on the problems created by these facilities in our new report below. Make sure to give it a read!
https://fwwat.ch/4r75Xe8
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https://fwwat.ch/4r75Xe8
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This sets a horrible precedent. We cannot and will not give up!
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We need to make it easier for more people to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Balcony solar is a great way to make that happen!
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Balcony solar is taking state legislatures byĀ storm
In more than half of U.S. states, Republican and Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation that would boost adopt
https://grist.org/buildings/balcony-solar-is-taking-state-legislatures-by-storm/
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People profiting from this: 7 Sometimes
@theonion.com
is just *chef's kiss* šØāš³š
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Data Centers By The Numbers
The surge in AI, cryptocurrency, and other digital assets is rapidly increasing demand for computational infrastructure
https://theonion.com/data-centers-by-the-numbers/
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Big Oil is shamelessly arguing that they should be allowed to dump carcinogenic plastic pollution into the Gulf of Mexico.
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In Pennsylvania and around the country, data centers are deeply unpopular. We're proud to work alongside so many powerful grassroots organizers who are fighting for their communities!
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Grassroots Resistance to Data Centers Rises in Pennsylvania - Inside Climate News
As community protests grow, both Democratic and Republican officials are proposing more industry regulation.
https://insideclimatenews.org/news/03032026/pennsylvania-data-center-resistance/
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The Trump DoJ is going after a CA law that ensures a buffer zone between oil and gas drilling and schools and homesš”. Our legal team is fighting back, and we need your help! A generous donor is matching all donations we receive today, so your gift will be TRIPLED. Join us:
https://fwwat.ch/4bhKfiO
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We worked too hard on New York's groundbreaking 2019 climate law to allow
@governor.ny.gov
to weaken it. We call on the Governor to fully implement this law and stand up for New Yorkers' right to a livable planet!
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If we want long-term and sustainable disaster relief, we need to ensure support for energy-efficient and resilient rebuilding for everyone who needs it.
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Want to hear from our expert staff about the specific strategies we're using to fight back against the fossil fuel industry and their political enablers? You're in luck - we've recorded last month's Livable Future Live about the actions we're taking together, and you can watch it here!
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The State of Our Food & Water in 2026
As Trump attacks our food, water, and climate, Food & Water Watch experts share our winning strategies and biggest oppor
https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/03/02/state-of-our-food-and-water-in-2026/
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In New York and around the country, we're working hard to stop the expensive, polluting and deeply unpopular expansion of AI data centers.
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100+ New York Groups Call for Passage of Data Center Moratorium Bill
"The explosive growth of data centers is one of the biggest affordability and environmental threats of our generation."
https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/03/02/100-new-york-groups-call-for-passage-of-data-center-moratorium-bill/
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Trump is meeting with Big Tech companies this week to have them sign a meaningless āratepayer protection pledgeā š We need to STOP new data centers until we have regulations to protect consumers from electricity price spikes caused by these facilities!
https://fwwat.ch/4aEXXMr
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Amidst worsening climate crises, emergency managers are overstretched and underfunded. Cuts to FEMA are only making this worse.
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Today is the last day to submit a public comment telling the Bureau of Reclamation that we need mandatory conservation measures that protects the Colorado River (and everyone who relies on it) from corporate abuse!
https://fwwat.ch/4rjWtgq
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To Save the Colorado River, Stop Corporate Water Guzzlers
Basin states have missed the latest deadline to come up with a plan to save the Colorado River, imperiling water for 40
https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/02/23/save-colorado-river-stop-corporate-water-guzzlers/
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Iowans are sick of being sickened by Big Ag's water pollution. We were proud to be a part of this powerful action calling on legislators to oppose a bill that would provide immunity to pesticide companies who harm Iowa communities every day. Photo credit: Katie Conrad
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Podcast fans: check out this series from
@nhpr.org
about how one New Hampshire town responded to local PFAS contamination. On our end, we're pushing for protection from new PFAS-contaning pesticides. Speak out here:
https://fwwat.ch/44xyHnY
https://www.nhpr.org/nhpr-presents-safe-to-drink
6 days ago
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It's not a surprise that this administration is disastrous, but their apparent support of chemical disasters is still horrifying!
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Trump officials move to kill system that protects US from chemical disasters
EPA rolls back rules as chemical firms claim provisions in RMP protection system too expensive to implement
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/feb/27/trump-fire-chemical-safety-system-epa
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The movement against AI data centers is growing. We're proud to join so many powerful grassroots organizers on the front lines of this fight!
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Understanding AIās Thirst for Water: An Explainer | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
Generative AI is what requires those massive data centers that Big Tech is rushing to build. While they are being market
https://nonprofitquarterly.org/understanding-ais-thirst-for-water-an-explainer/
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When our government doesn't prioritize funding for water and climate protections, we get disasters like the Potomac River sewage spill. That's a gross violation of our right to clean water.
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The Potomac Spill Is a Warning Against Trumpās Dirty Water Agenda
Trumpās cuts to environmental protections and threats to clean water funding will lead to more disasters like the Potoma
https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/02/27/potomac-sewage-spill-trumps-dirty-water-agenda/
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Another AI plant, another way that Big Tech is hurting people's everyday lives.
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So they're cutting funding for food and water while they give a massive tax break to the fossil fuel industry. Morally bankrupt doesn't even begin to cover it.
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6 days ago
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While it's not exactly breaking news that Trump does not like to pay his expenses, this is particularly shady and dishonest.
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7 days ago
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The SAVE Act is blatant and shameful voting suppression. We should be making it easier to vote, not harder! Tell your Senators to oppose this bill:
https://fwwat.ch/4rHXnmy
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The SAVE Act Isnāt About Election Security. Itās About Blocking Women, Young and Low-Income Voters
The SAVE Act, Republicansā attempt to strip voting rights from women, low-income and young voters to āsafeguardeā electi
https://msmagazine.com/2026/02/23/save-act-women-voters-election-senate/
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Data centers donāt just pollute water resources and air. They also create disruptive noise pollution š This is just one of many reasons more and more communities are saying NO to data centers!
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We're honored to organize alongside Iowans who are fighting for their health and the health of their loved ones. Big Ag should not be able to escape accountability for polluting people's drinking water!
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Groups at Iowa Capitol, lobbying for water quality - Radio Iowa
Dozens of people calling for state action on water quality rallied at the statehouse Thursday. Alison Barnhill of Huxley
https://www.radioiowa.com/2026/02/20/groups-at-iowa-capitol-lobbying-for-water-quality/
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In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Georgia Power is trying to make customers - who already face high utility costs - pay for recovery expenses. Another example of why we can't afford not to act on climate!
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Hurricane Helene Is Headed for Georgiansā Electric Bills - Inside Climate News
A new storm recovery charge could soon hit Georgia Power customersā bills, as climate change drives more destructive wea
https://insideclimatenews.org/news/26022026/hurricane-helene-recovery-georgia-power-bills/
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We have the technical knowledge to make a just transition to renewable energy a reality; what we lack is the political will.
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"The EPA does not have an exposure limit, so thereās no federal support for mold testing." Mold is just another example of a health crisis that is worsened by climate change, without any federal assistance for people who need it.
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A hotter, wetter South is becoming a breeding ground for mold
In Asheville, N.C, a housing crisis is colliding with a poorly understood health threat.
https://grist.org/health/in-a-hotter-wetter-south-theres-a-health-crisis-spreading-inside-the-walls/
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ACTION NEEDED: NOW is the time to raise your voice and help save the Colorado River Basin! The Colorado River provides water to 40 million people ā and itās critical that we fight back against Big Ag and Big Techās overuse of this precious resource:
https://fwwat.ch/4rjWtgq
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Many farmersā identities involve deep, generational ties to the land ā and they are saying NO to data centers trying to buy them out. The fact that people from all facets of life are resisting data centers is proof of how unpopular they really are!
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US farmers are rejecting multimillion-dollar datacenter bids for their land: āIām not for saleā
Families are navigating the tough choice between unimaginable riches and the identity that comes with land
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/feb/21/us-farmers-datacenters
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Sounds about right for this administration!
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During last nightās State of the Union, Trump also touted a ārate payer protection pledgeā from tech companies designed to mitigate data centersā impacts on electricity prices. But the last person anyone should trust to rein in corporations is Trumpā¦
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Trump touts ādrill, baby, drillā agenda ā but no mention of climate crisis
President derided Bidenās āgreen new scamā during State of the Union address, and hailed the rise in US oil production
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/25/state-of-the-union-climate-change-trump
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The momentum to stop data centers is growing šŖ Earlier this week, Sprigg Township, OH passed a 12-month data center moratorium amid public opposition from both sides of the aisle and concerns about these extractive facilities impacts.
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Adams County data center could be one of Ohio's biggest power guzzlers
A new regulatory filing shows a proposed Adams County data center would consume enough electricity to power 1 million ho
https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/i-team/adams-county-data-center-could-be-one-of-ohios-biggest-power-guzzlers
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Let's file this under "things that are not-at-all surprising but also still infuriating"... š
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Just a reminder: The Big Ugly Bill took food away from millions of people to pad the pockets of billionaires and corporations building data centers.
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During tonightās State of the Union, Trump is expected to announce a ārate payer protection pledgeā from Big Tech to mitigate data centersā huge impact on electricity prices. This is literal nonsense.
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Trumpās Expected SOTU āRate Payer Protection Pledgeā on Data Centers Is Nonsense
āLetās be honest: Big Tech isnāt going to do anything for the benefit of anyone but itself."
https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/02/24/trumps-expected-sotu-rate-payer-protection-pledge-on-data-centers-is-nonsense/
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