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97,000 Lead Pipes May Deliver Water to Homes in Nebraska

July 15, 2021 Press ReleaseNebraska

Nebraska ranks seventh in nation with the most lead pipes per 100,000 people

Colorado First State to Pass Labor-Backed Electrification Policy

June 21, 2021 Press ReleaseColorado

DENVER — Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed SB21-246 today, making his state the first in the nation to pass an electrification policy with support from organized labor. The Colorado BlueGreen Alliance-backed legislation will help Coloradans upgrade to efficient electric appliances…

NRDC Reacts to Secret Duke Energy Bill in North Carolina

June 17, 2021 Press ReleaseNorth Carolina

RALEIGH, NC -- A bill drafted by Duke Energy behind closed doors with legislators was unveiled on Tuesday. The bill would mandate the construction of new natural gas plants, locking North Carolina into dirty energy generation for decades. The bill…

Denver Releases Renewable Heating and Cooling Plan

June 15, 2021 Press ReleaseDenver

DENVER — The Denver Office of Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency (CASR) released a Renewable Heating and Cooling Plan today showing how Denver residents can heat and cool their homes and businesses efficiently with clean electricity. The Plan describes opportunities…

CO Legislators Pass 4 Bills to Reduce Building Emissions, Cut Utility Costs

June 8, 2021 Press ReleaseColorado

DENVER — Colorado legislators passed three bills today and four total this session to help Coloradans cut energy waste and power their homes and businesses with clean electricity. In addition to reducing utility bills, cutting down on indoor air pollution…

NC DEQ Nominee’s Record Should be Focus

June 2, 2021 Press ReleaseNorth Carolina

RALEIGH, NC -- The nomination of Dionne Delli-Gatti to lead the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) was rejected by a state Senate committee today. Governor Roy Cooper appointed Delli-Gatti as head of the DEQ in February 2021 after Michael…

Newsom and Interior Department Announce Offshore Wind Plan

May 25, 2021 Press ReleaseCalifornia

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom and the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) today announced plans to advance offshore wind development in ocean waters off of California’s coast to address the state’s need for clean…

Governor Newsom Proposes California Comeback Plan

May 14, 2021 Press ReleaseCalifornia

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom proposed his $100 billion California Comeback Plan today – the biggest economic recovery package in California history. Among other priorities, the proposal allocates financial resources to help consumers struggling with utility debt and address the…

Nevada Sen. Chris Brooks’ SB 448 Will Support Clean Energy Economy

May 13, 2021 Press ReleaseNevada

CARSON CITY, Nevada — Nevada State Senator Chris Brooks (D-Las Vegas) introduced Senate Bill 448 today to align electric utility plans and investments with state climate goals. This expansive proposal—which would address key issues in energy transmission, electric transportation, rooftop…

NRDC Statement: CA Governor Newsom Announces Fracking Ban

April 23, 2021 Press ReleaseCalifornia

SACRAMENTO – Governor Newsom announced action to ban new permits for hydraulic fracturing starting in 2024 and called on state regulators to evaluate phasing out all oil production in the state by 2045.

Governor Newsom Declares Drought Emergency in Two California Counties

April 21, 2021 Press ReleaseCalifornia

SACRAMENTO – California Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a State of Emergency in Sonoma and Mendocino counties as California and much of the West face drought and near-drought conditions that threaten the economy, public health, and ecosystems. The declaration allows…

New Guide Charts Path to High-Road Clean Energy Jobs

April 13, 2021 Press ReleaseCalifornia

San Francisco — As the Biden-Harris administration looks to create good union jobs and tackle climate change at the same time, a new guide charts how cities can incorporate workforce development and equity goals into their climate action plans.

NV Senate Committee Introduces Energy Savings Bill (SB382) to Cut Carbon, Save Money

March 26, 2021 Press ReleaseNevada

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Senate Growth and Infrastructure Committee introduced the Energy Savings bill (SB382) today. This bill–which has already garnered support from local business, consumer, and environmental organizations–would make it easier for Nevada homes and businesses to keep…

Kern County Sued Over Fast-tracking of Tens of Thousands of New Oil Wells

March 11, 2021 Press ReleaseCalifornia

BAKERSFIELD — Community and environmental groups filed a lawsuit Wednesday challenging Kern County’s adoption of an ordinance that would fast-track permitting for oil and gas projects and eliminate future environmental reviews and public participation.

New Report Shows Benefits of Clean Cars in Nevada

February 16, 2021 Press ReleaseNevada

RENO — A report released today shows that Nevada can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 10.8 million metric tons and avoid more than 900 tons of health-threatening pollutants every year by 2050 by getting more Nevadans driving clean…

Groups Recommend Steps for Just Transition Roadmap

February 10, 2021 Press ReleaseCalifornia

SAN FRANCISCO – A group of community, business, faith, and environmental advocates sent a letter to Governor Newsom’s administration leaders today, providing suggestions for an inclusive public process and five key recommendations for studies concerning the transition away from fossil…

NV Clean Energy, Business Advocates Back Responsible Energy Planning Bill

January 27, 2021 Press ReleaseNevada

CARSON CITY — Nevada clean energy and business advocates announced today that they will support the Responsible Energy Planning bill in the 2021 Nevada state legislative session. This bill would require Nevada’s gas utilities to avoid wasteful and unnecessary gas…

Governor Newsom Announces Executive Order to Address Biodiversity Crisis

October 7, 2020 Press ReleaseCalifornia

Sacramento - Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order announcing new actions in the fight against climate change and to protect biodiversity. The Executive Order includes a statewide “30 by 30” conservation goal, which was the focus of Assembly bill…

Governor Newsom Announces a Suite of Climate Actions

September 23, 2020 Press ReleaseCalifornia

Sacramento – Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the State of California will ensure 100 percent electric passenger vehicles by 2035, as well as a host of additional actions.

Advocates Demand Regulation of Toxic Neonic-Treated Seeds

September 23, 2020 Press ReleaseCalifornia

SACRAMENTO - A group of health and environmental organizations filed a legal petition today, calling upon the California Department of Pesticide Regulation to regulate the planting of crop seeds coated with neurotoxic neonicotinoid insecticides (neonics) and close a loophole that…