• Congress Cuts $125 Million for Lead Pipe Removal While UK Cracks Down on Water Executive Bonuses — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Sun, Feb 8 2026

    Congress Cuts $125 Million for Lead Pipe Removal While UK Cracks Down on Water Executive Bonuses — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Sun, Feb 8 2026

    US lawmakers eliminate federal funding for dangerous lead service line replacement as Britain targets water company executives receiving bonuses despite environmental failures. Scientists also warn potential El Niño could drive global temperatures to record highs by 2027. Read the full article

Congress Cuts $125 Million for Lead Pipe Removal While UK Cracks Down on Water Executive Bonuses — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Sun, Feb 8 2026
Old lead pipes carrying drinking water to American homes, highlighting health risks from contaminated water systems

US lawmakers eliminate federal funding for dangerous lead service line replacement as Britain targets water company executives receiving bonuses despite environmental failures. Scientists also warn potential El Niño could drive global temperatures to record highs by 2027.

Read MoreCongress Cuts $125 Million for Lead Pipe Removal While UK Cracks Down on Water Executive Bonuses — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Sun, Feb 8 2026
Georgia Approves Massive Gas Plant Expansion for Data Centers While Pennsylvania Governor Balances Tech Growth With Consumer Protection — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Sat, Feb 7 2026
Industrial natural gas power plant facility with multiple smokestacks and cooling towers

Georgia's Public Service Commission greenlit controversial natural gas facility expansions to power data centers despite climate concerns, while Pennsylvania's Governor Shapiro outlines requirements to shield residents from rising energy costs. Environmental lawyers push Pennsylvania toward constitutional climate action.

Read MoreGeorgia Approves Massive Gas Plant Expansion for Data Centers While Pennsylvania Governor Balances Tech Growth With Consumer Protection — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Sat, Feb 7 2026