Trump orders agencies to kill two rules for every one they issue.
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The arguments for methane regulations
‘Tailings wars’ of the past provide perspective on today’s flaring rules.
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Five ways Indian Country can challenge Trump’s policies
Practical pointers for resistance.
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Knocked down by the election? Here’s how to move on.
As Donald Trump takes office, natural rhythms remind us of larger patterns.
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Trump’s pick for USDA head mixed on climate change
Sonny Perdue’s history shows interest in conservation and big business interests.
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Breaking down Trump’s Dakota Access decision
The lawyerly memo sends a strong message to green light the pipeline.
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Federal hiring freeze hits Western land agencies
It’s not clear what will happen with seasonal hires such as wildland firefighters.
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What Obama gave the West
Our 44th president proved to be a true champion who pushed many conservation measures over the finish line.
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EPA freezes grants, contracts
Communications with the public and the media were also curtailed.
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Meet Trump’s Interior, EPA and Energy picks
What we know from the confirmation hearings for Ryan Zinke, Scott Pruitt and Rick Perry.
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Making sense of President Trump’s energy plan
Experts say his plan to bring back coal and increase oil and gas defies reason.
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Inauguration day in a county that flipped blue to red
In small-town Colorado, mixed emotions about President Donald Trump.
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Latest: GOP House rules loosen land transfer regs
The rule would let the feds transfer land without accounting for costs.
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How many Westerners does the Affordable Care Act cover?
As Republicans push Obamacare repeal, Montana stands to lose the most.
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As Trump takes power, the House targets regulations
At stake is the power agencies have long used to protect people and nature.
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In the final days, our POC-in-chief delivers
Obama’s monument designations set a blueprint for diversity and inclusion in federal public lands.
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Interior cancels oil and gas leases in Montana’s Badger-Two Medicine
The Blackfeet Tribe fought for this decision for more than 30 years.
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Close the wolf-killer loophole
For the benefit of all endangered species, hunters should face consequences for killing vulnerable species.
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In Canada, a move to protect data from Trump
Researchers and citizens are rushing to back-up government data on climate change and other issues, fearing political interference.
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Ski areas add warm-weather options
Forest Service has made it easier for resorts to include summer activities.