Wildlife Infrastructure Bill Will Make Nevada Roads Safer for Wildlife and People CARSON CITY, NV – Today, the Nevada State Assembly voted unanimously to pass AB112 to establish a Wildlife Crossing Fund within the state’s general fund. The legislation, sponsored by the Assembly Committee on Growth & Infrastructure, aims to improve the safety of NevadaContinue reading “Conservation Groups Applaud Unanimous Vote on Wildlife Infrastructure and Safety Legislation “
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Environmental Justice Supporters Testify in Favor of Outdoor Education Grant for State of Nevada
Proponents Aim to Improve Education, Access to Great Outdoors for Communities of Color CARSON CITY, NV – Last night, the Assembly Committee on Ways & Means held a hearing on bill AB128, to make an appropriation to the Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program Account. Proponents of the bill argue funding will improve education and access toContinue reading “Environmental Justice Supporters Testify in Favor of Outdoor Education Grant for State of Nevada“
Nevada Public Utilities Commission Recognizes Flaws in NV Energy Planning Process
Stakeholders highlight gaps in analysis, transparency, and stakeholder engagement Nevada — Today, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) approved an order acknowledging the shortcomings of NV Energy’s planning process. The decision comes after a broad range of stakeholders criticized the quality, analysis, and transparency of NV Energy’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and amendments thatContinue reading “Nevada Public Utilities Commission Recognizes Flaws in NV Energy Planning Process“
Clean Energy Advocates Denounce Gas Bill as a Step in the Wrong Direction for Ratepayers and Climate Goals
SB 116 would lock Nevadans into decades of fossil fuels and unnecessary costs NEVADA — On Wednesday, April 12, clean energy advocates testified in opposition to legislation that would double down on gas in Nevada and force ratepayers to foot the bill for expensive, unnecessary methane gas pipelines with little regulatory oversight. SB 116 wouldContinue reading “Clean Energy Advocates Denounce Gas Bill as a Step in the Wrong Direction for Ratepayers and Climate Goals “
Nevadans Call on Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to Reform Federal Oil and Gas Leasing System
Nevada Conservation League delivered 120 petition signatures to urge the Department of the Interior to move forward with key reforms left out of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Washington, D.C — Today, the Nevada Conservation League delivered 120 petition signatures to Secretary Haaland in support of oil and gas reforms that protect public lands, wildlife,Continue reading “Nevadans Call on Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to Reform Federal Oil and Gas Leasing System“
Nevada Craft Brewers and Green Business Network Teach Sustainable Practices During Brewery Summit
Beverage industry professionals learn methods to reduce pollution, minimize cost, and increase efficiency **Photos and Video Clips Included** HENDERSON, Nevada – On Wednesday, April 5th, local brewers, distillers, and beverage industry professionals attended a Sustainability Brewery Summit at Lovelady Brewing Company. The Summit, hosted by the Nevada Green Business Network and the Nevada Craft BrewersContinue reading “Nevada Craft Brewers and Green Business Network Teach Sustainable Practices During Brewery Summit“
Clark County Commission Approves Community Sustainability and Climate Action Plan
Plan to slash climate pollution comes two weeks after IPCC report gives ‘final warning’ on climate action LAS VEGAS — Today, Clark County Commissioners unanimously approved and adopted the All-In Community Sustainability and Climate Action Plan outlining actions aimed at slashing greenhouse gas emissions and building community resilience against the effects of the climate crisis.Continue reading “Clark County Commission Approves Community Sustainability and Climate Action Plan“
Congressman Steven Horsford and Advocates Come Together to Call for a New Round of Clean Car Standards to Drive Investments in Clean Cars and EV Manufacturing and Protect Public Health
(LAS VEGAS, NV) – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford and Moms Clean Air Force Nevada Coordinator Mercedes McKinley, Nevada Conservation League Digital Media Manager Yazmyn Pelaez, and former UNLV Student Body President Caren Yap held a press conference to call on the Biden Administration and Nevada’s federal elected officials to support a new round of strongerContinue reading “Congressman Steven Horsford and Advocates Come Together to Call for a New Round of Clean Car Standards to Drive Investments in Clean Cars and EV Manufacturing and Protect Public Health“
As Conservationists Gather in Carson City, Governor Lombardo’s Executive Order on Energy Misses the Mark
LAS VEGAS — Today, Governor Joe Lombardo issued an executive order establishing his administration’s energy policy objectives just as advocates commence Conservation Lobby Day at the Nevada Legislature. While supporting Nevada’s progress in creating clean energy economy jobs and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the proposal’s emphasis on methane, aka “natural,” gas systems would ultimately markContinue reading “As Conservationists Gather in Carson City, Governor Lombardo’s Executive Order on Energy Misses the Mark“
‘A win for our environment is a win for everyone:’ Nevada Legislators and Activists Seek Progress During Conservation Lobby Day
**VIDEO AND PHOTOS AVAILABLE** Event commences lobbying week of action on environmental legislation CARSON CITY, Nevada — Today, Nevada State Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager and Senate Majority Leader stood alongside 60 members of Nevada’s conservation community to commence Conservation Lobby Day. The event occurred in front of the Nevada Legislature where speakers emphasized the urgencyContinue reading “‘A win for our environment is a win for everyone:’ Nevada Legislators and Activists Seek Progress During Conservation Lobby Day“
