Rising electricity demand, including for data centers, is increasing our reliance on fossil fuels – putting our health and climate at risk. Here are some of the power plants, once scheduled to retire, that are now being kept open due to rising demand. 🧵 frontiergroup.org/articles/dat...

50 years ago, American homes were energy hogs -- full of inefficient appliances, leaky windows and poorly insulated walls. Today, thanks to efficiency standards and incentives, we're using less energy - and reaping huge benefits. Here's how: 🧵 frontiergroup.org/resources/ho...

Energy efficiency has made American life cleaner, healthier and more affordable. Now is not the time to reverse course – our new article explains why. frontiergroup.org/resources/ho...

Americans would have spent $800 million more on their energy bills in 2014 if it weren’t for energy efficiency measures. Going backwards on efficiency hurts us all – our new article shows why. frontiergroup.org/resources/ho...

From the Mid-Atlantic to the Southeast, the Midwest to the Mountain West, dirty power plants are being kept open to fuel the data center boom. Our new article has the details. frontiergroup.org/articles/dat...

Every year, billions of dollars are spent on boondoggle highway projects that don't reduce congestion but do harm our health and well-being. Since 2014, we have documented dozens of such projects. To find out more, check out our newly-updated dashboard. frontiergroup.org/resources/hi...

America can ill afford to fritter away tax dollars on wasteful and damaging highway projects – yet such projects are often first in line for public money. To find out about projects in your area, check out our newly updated Highway Boondoggles dashboard. frontiergroup.org/resources/hi...

Fossil fuel power plants across the U.S. are getting a new lease on life due to energy demand from data centers. We identified nearly 16,500 MW of capacity at U.S. power plants that will be kept open longer than originally planned. frontiergroup.org/articles/dat...

Fall is here, which means it's time to start prepping your home for colder days ahead. Check out the Environment America Winterization Resource Guide for DIY solutions and energy efficiency tips to reduce your environmental impact and save money this winter. environmentamerica.org/center/resou...

Wondering what “lumens,” “Kelvin” and “color-rendering index” mean on the package of LED light bulbs? We explain what all these metrics are and how they can help you select the right energy-efficient lightbulbs for your home. frontiergroup.org/resources/bu...

Want to help the environment this winter *and* reduce your utility bills? Home weatherization is a great solution, and this new guide from our friends at Environment America can help you get started: environmentamerica.org/center/resou...

Befuddled by all the options and possibilities when you shop for LED lightbulbs? Turn to our updated guide that will help you understand how to pick the right brightness and color for your home: frontiergroup.org/resources/bu...

THURSDAY @ 1 p.m. ET: Join @frontiertony.bsky.social, as well as Green America and Green Century Funds to learn how your financial choices can contribute to a cleaner environment. Register at the link below. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Transportation planners have long assumed that Americans drive more miles per person every year. However, residents in 14 states drove less in 2023 on average than they did in 1996. Read about how Washington State and others have curbed growth in driving. frontiergroup.org/resources/wh...

The best way to deal with wasted food? Eat it – or don’t grow it in the first place. Kylie Hanson describes how smarter consumer habits and better policies can reduce the amount of leftovers that end up in landfills. frontiergroup.org/resources/wh...

2 yrs ago at a McKinsey clean infrastructure conf, I said "No one else in the world wants to buy an electric F!50", US OEMs continue to choose policies & build vehicles global markets don't want. Now see @frontiergroup.bsky.social report frontiergroup.org/articles/can...

Putting solar panels on the roofs of PA schools could cut global warming pollution by as much as 1.4 million tons while making the Keystone State's air safer to breathe. Our new report describes how policy-makers can unlock the power of solar. frontiergroup.org/resources/so...

The rooftops of Pennsylvania schools have 2,000 football fields' worth of space that could host solar panels. Taking advantage of that potential would benefit schools, clear the air and supply PA with clean energy. Our new report shows how: frontiergroup.org/resources/so...

NEW: Solar power on school rooftops in PA could produce as much electricity as is used in 187,000 typical homes, curb air pollution, and cushion school budgets from higher, more volatile power prices. See our new report w/ PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center: frontiergroup.org/resources/so...

America has lots of former gas stations. The land on which they sit could be parks, schools or houses. But as Nilou Yaar writes, when a gas station dies, the process of cleaning up the contamination that often lies beneath is often long and complicated. frontiergroup.org/articles/who...

Why replace lawns with native plants? Native vegetation creates pollinator habitat, reduces water use and enhances the natural beauty of our urban spaces. Quentin Good shows how his home city is making the switch to a wilder alternative. frontiergroup.org/articles/per...

Mark your calendars for Thurs., 9/25, when I'll be joining @greenamerica.org and Green Century for a webinar on Greening Your Finances. Lots of practical ideas for how to use your power as a financial consumer to support climate action. Join us! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Replacing end-of-life gas-powered vehicles with electric vehicles in government fleets can save money. Our new analysis estimates savings of more than $100 million over 10 years for Arizona taxpayers. frontiergroup.org/resources/up...

Tax credits for electric vehicles are going away soon. Does that mean that EVs are doomed to be expensive? Not really, writes Ben Outar. There's reason for optimism that a new generation of affordable EVs may be right around the corner. frontiergroup.org/articles/can...

Yes, federal tax credits for EVs will expire soon. But even without tax credits, state and local governments in Arizona can save $100 million over 10 years by buying EVs instead of gas vehicles. frontiergroup.org/resources/up...

In 2024, nearly half of all disaster losses in the U.S. were not covered by insurance. In an era of rising costs and accelerating climate impacts, that "protection gap" could grow. What can be done about it? Intern Ben Outar explores the options. frontiergroup.org/articles/min...

With just a few short weeks before federal EV tax credits disappear, now is as good a time as any to switch to an electric vehicle. Our new article explains the benefits in store for those driving green. frontiergroup.org/articles/why...

Integrating nature into our cities in ways that reduce the ecological damage caused by urbanization requires us to break out of a mindset that treats urban and rural as two separate domains. True sustainability means dissolving the urban/rural divide. frontiergroup.org/articles/dis...

Rising insurance premiums and coverage cancellations are leaving more Americans vulnerable to the financial impacts of disasters - all at a time when climate change threatens to amplify their impacts. What can be done? Our new article explores options frontiergroup.org/articles/min...

Who really pays for roads? And why should we care? Our new article explores the myths surrounding how America’s highways are paid for, and why. frontiergroup.org/articles/who...

Over 70% of new car loans now have loan terms longer than six years. The auto industry is counting on Americans to go deeper into debt to afford ever-bigger cars, straining household budgets and harming the environment. There is another way. frontiergroup.org/articles/dri...

Would an energy system built largely around renewables use more land than our current system? In 2022, we explained that the answer is "probably not." And if we're smart about it, it might even use less. frontiergroup.org/resources/la...

Building greener cities isn’t enough if we treat nature simply as an add-on. Sustainability means rethinking the relationship between the city and its surroundings and recognizing cities as part of larger ecological systems. New from James Horrox. frontiergroup.org/articles/dis...

Americans owe a whopping $1.6 trillion on their car loans. As cars get bigger and more expensive, this debt balance is rising. Is change possible? Intern Ben Outar explores in our new article. frontiergroup.org/articles/dri...

Our recent "Safe for Swimming" report found continuing pollution problems at America's beaches, as mentioned in this recent spot on Gray TV. Federal, state and local officials can play a role in reducing contamination of our coastal waters. www.kgns.tv/2025/07/16/l...

Is chemical recycling a solution to the plastic waste crisis? Despite large-scale investment by industry and support from government, the answer to this point is “no.” Read more about chemical recycling in our updated explainer. frontiergroup.org/resources/ch...

Weather-related disasters cost the United States $182 B in 2024, and costs have steadily been on the rise, straining private insurance markets in a growing number of states. Learn more about how the challenge is affecting the Midwest in our new article: frontiergroup.org/articles/the...

For almost a quarter of a century, the Roadless Area Conservation Rule has protected millions of acres of forest across the country from logging and development. Now, the USDA is rescinding it. The impacts will be dire, as analyst James Horrox explains: frontiergroup.org/articles/res...

In Nebraska, homeowner's insurance costs double the national average - approaching $6,500 a year for a $300K home. Climate-driven insurance risks aren't just an issue for coastal states - they're a concern in the Midwest, too. Our new post has more: frontiergroup.org/articles/the...

From Hawaii to Maine, aging sewer systems, urban runoff and other pollution sources often leave our beaches unsafe for swimming. It's a big problem, but one we can do something about. Our new report includes data on the risks and the solutions. frontiergroup.org/resources/sa...

The USDA has announced its intention to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule protecting millions of acres of forest across the country. This move would have disastrous consequences for vast swathes of the American landscape, as James Horrox explains: frontiergroup.org/articles/res...

Which beaches in your state are most at risk of contamination that can threaten your health? Where can you go to find up-to-date information on beach safety? Our new dashboard has answers, and ideas for making our beaches truly safe for swimming. frontiergroup.org/resources/sa...

Humans thrive when we are outdoors, yet we spend 90% of our time indoors. Biophilic infrastructure aims to redesign cities and buildings to reconnect us with the natural world. Read more about inspiring examples in the U.S. and around the world. frontiergroup.org/articles/des...

NEW: >60% of U.S. coastal/Great Lakes beaches had bacterial contamination that indicated a possible threat to human health during 2024. To find the data for your state, and learn more about how we can prevent beach pollution, see our new report: frontiergroup.org/resources/sa...

Biophilia and nature-based infrastructure weaves nature into our homes, hospitals, and cities, creating more pleasant places with less environmental impact. Learn about the principles of biophilic design in our most recent article: frontiergroup.org/articles/des...

The USDA has announced its intention to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule protecting millions of acres of forest across the country. This move would have disastrous consequences for vast swathes of the American landscape, as James Horrox explains: frontiergroup.org/articles/res...

Data centers that power the AI boom are fueling a surge in projected electricity demand around the country. @cbsnews.com.web.brid.gy highlights our report on data center energy use and its implications for the grid and environment. www.cbsnews.com/news/artific... frontiergroup.org/resources/bi...

Servicemembers face added risks in the financial marketplace because they move frequently and often live overseas. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau prioritizes helping servicemembers avoid financial scams and traps. Our new report explains more. frontiergroup.org/resources/pr...

Gas utilities are proposing adding hydrogen to the gas supply to help the climate. But is it a real solution? In our new paper, we crunch the numbers and find that the answer is very likely "no." frontiergroup.org/resources/ma...

Since 2011, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has fielded >400,000 complaints from servicemembers. Our new report with USPIRG analyzes these complaints to understand the most common issues servicemembers face and how the CFPB works to protect them. frontiergroup.org/resources/pr...