FEMA Was a Lifeline After Hurricane Helene Decimated What Was Once Considered a ‘Climate Haven’ VideoSeptember 17, 2026 FEMA Was a Lifeline After Hurricane Helene Decimated What Was Once Considered a ‘Climate Haven’ The Center for American Progress' award-winning documentary, "Asheville is Calling: A Climate Change Emergency," centers on Colleen Daly, an Asheville, North Carolina, native and small-business owner who lost her home and nearly lost her business to Hurricane Helene. While the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provided the essential lifeline that got her through the immediate crisis, seven months later, she and her community were still struggling to rebuild. Sep 17, 2026 Margaret Cooney, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry
The Long Game on Energy Affordability ReportSeptember 15, 2026 The Long Game on Energy Affordability As electricity costs rise and states make important decisions about energy affordability, the most successful approaches protect consumers today while continuing to invest in energy efficiency and clean energy resources that lower bills over time. Sep 15, 2026 Frederick Bell
The Trump Administration’s Sweeping Rollbacks of Pollution Protections Endanger the Health and Safety of All Americans VideoSeptember 14, 2026 The Trump Administration’s Sweeping Rollbacks of Pollution Protections Endanger the Health and Safety of All Americans Listen to one mom’s story as she talks about how her cancer journey triggered her awareness of harmful pollution and toxic chemicals and how the Trump administration is making children and families less safe by rolling back many safeguards. Sep 14, 2026 Margaret Cooney, Olivia Mowry, Hai-Lam Phan
The Trump Administration’s Deep-Sea Mining Scheme VideoAugust 17, 2026 The Trump Administration’s Deep-Sea Mining Scheme From the Pacific Islands to the ocean floor, the Trump administration’s deep-sea mining scheme could reshape the future of America’s territories and surrounding waters. Aug 17, 2026 Kat So, Margaret Cooney, Angelo Villagomez, 2 More Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
NextEra’s Bid To Create the World’s Largest Utility Company Raises Serious Concerns ArticleJuly 1, 2026 NextEra’s Bid To Create the World’s Largest Utility Company Raises Serious Concerns NextEra’s proposal to acquire Dominion Energy for $67 billion raises several concerns regarding electricity prices and political influence. Jul 1, 2026 Akshay Thyagarajan
Latinos on the Front Lines of Summer Climate Disasters VideoJune 17, 2026 Latinos on the Front Lines of Summer Climate Disasters This panel explored how summer extreme weather events—such as heat waves, wildfires, and droughts—are endangering the lives and livelihoods of millions of Latinos. Jun 17, 2026 Jessica Ordóñez-Lancet, Toni Pandolfo, Olivia Mowry, 2 More Trish Harris, Keenan Alexander
How Trump’s Cuts to FEMA and NWS Are Leaving Communities Defenseless Against Extreme Weather Disasters ArticleJune 10, 2026 How Trump’s Cuts to FEMA and NWS Are Leaving Communities Defenseless Against Extreme Weather Disasters Federal agencies help Americans prepare for, survive, and recover from extreme weather disasters, but the Trump administration’s cuts to the National Weather Service, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and Federal Emergency Management Agency weaken that lifeline at every stage of a storm. Jun 10, 2026 Margaret Cooney, Devon Lespier
Lowering the Cost of Living for American Families ArticleMay 19, 2026 Lowering the Cost of Living for American Families As families struggle to make ends meet amid rising costs, the Center for American Progress’ affordability agenda would save a typical family $4,133 per year across housing, health care, utility bills, and groceries. May 19, 2026 Emily Gee, Kennedy Andara
Proposed Electric Vehicle Fees Would Only Make Life Less Affordable for Americans ArticleMay 12, 2026 Proposed Electric Vehicle Fees Would Only Make Life Less Affordable for Americans Electric vehicles help shield Americans from volatile gas prices and are already cheaper to maintain and operate than gas-powered cars; yet some members of Congress are seeking to make this technology more expensive through the upcoming surface transportation bill. May 12, 2026 Leo Banks
State Climate Action in 2026: How States Are Delivering Real Benefits Through Climate and Clean Energy Policy ReportApril 24, 2026 State Climate Action in 2026: How States Are Delivering Real Benefits Through Climate and Clean Energy Policy As the Trump administration drives up costs and creates new challenges, states are making timely decisions on infrastructure and accountability, advancing policies that tackle climate change, lower energy bills, improve air quality, and support good-paying clean energy jobs. Apr 24, 2026 Frederick Bell
Climate Action, Close to Home Past EventApril 21, 2026 Climate Action, Close to Home Please join the Center for American Progress for an event on local climate action during D.C. Climate Week. Center for American Progress Apr 21, 2026
Climate Change Is Here—and America’s Most Marginalized Communities Are on the Front Lines ArticleApril 15, 2026 Climate Change Is Here—and America’s Most Marginalized Communities Are on the Front Lines After Typhoon Sinlaku devastated the Northern Mariana Islands Tuesday, it is clear that climate change is already here—and hitting marginalized U.S. communities first. What comes next must be a commitment to resilience, preparedness, and equitable recovery. Apr 15, 2026 Angelo Villagomez, Devon Lespier