Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Aims to Boost Clean Energy Economy and Create Jobs for Nevadans
Congressman Horsford joined local environmental, justice, and union leaders to highlight bold investments that put Nevadans back to work in good-paying union jobs that help reach critical climate goals LAS VEGAS — Today, Congressman Horsford (NV-4) joined local leaders from Nevada Conservation League, Chispa Nevada, Climate Action NV, For Our Future, Native Voters Alliance Nevada, […]
LCV and Climate Power Announce New $10 million Ad Campaign to Support Federal Climate Action
Ads will support Representative Steven Horsford and Susie Lee leadership as they fight for major investments in clean energy jobs, climate justice for Nevada Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and Climate Power released the first spots in a new round of ads in Nevada to support Rep. Horsford (NV-04) and […]
New TV and Digital Ads in Nevada Encourage Senators Cortez Masto and Rosen and Reps. Lee (NV-03) and Horsford (NV-04) to Continue to Fight For Clean Energy and Climate Investments Necessary to Meet the Moment
Climate Power and LCV’s $10 Million Nationwide July Paid Media Campaign will Launch Across 16 States and 23 Congressional Districts Washington, D.C. – Today, Climate Power and the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) announced the launch of new TV and digital ads in Nevada. These ads are part of an additional $10 million paid media […]
Nevada Conservation League Responds to Ruling on Oil and Gas Leasing Pause
LAS VEGAS — On Tuesday, a federal judge in Louisiana temporarily blocked the Biden administration’s suspension of new oil and gas leases on federal land and water. The injunction dampens concerted efforts around a nationwide shift away from fossil fuels like oil, coal, and natural gas in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and stave […]
U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Granholm Discusses Path to 100% Clean Energy with Nevada Lawmakers and Environmental Advocates
Clean Energy Investments Poised to Create Thousands of Jobs for Nevadans and Center Marginalized Communities (A video of the roundtable can be watched here) LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Today, Nevada Conservation League joined U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, Representative Steven Horsford (NV-4), Governor Steve Sisolak, State Senator Chris Brooks, Assemblywoman Daniele Monroe Moreno, […]
Governor Sisolak Signs Major Clean Energy Bill Into Law
NEVADA — With the stroke of his pen, Governor Steve Sisolak today signed into law Senate Bill (SB) 448 to supercharge Nevada’s clean energy economy alongside bill sponsor Senator Chris Brooks and union members of the IBEW Local 357. The bill makes major investments in clean energy transmission, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and energy efficiency […]
Community Reacts as AB 349 Signed by Governor Sisolak
Carson City, NV — Today, clean air advocates cheered as Governor Sisolak signed into law Assembly Bill 349. AB 349 would reduce smog pollution from in-name-only “Classic Cars,” a key measure to reduce transportation pollution that is hastening climate change and harming Nevadans’ health, particularly low-income and Black and brown communities. The bill also directs […]
Nevada Legislature Passes Legislation to Cut Energy and Water Waste from Major Appliances, Advance State Climate Strategy Nevadans to Save Millions Each Year Through Lower Utility Bills
Carson City, NV – The Nevada Legislature passed a bill today to reduce the energy and water waste of 13 common consumer and business products including water coolers, computer monitors, and home ventilating fans. The measure now heads to Governor Sisolak’s desk. Assembly Bill 383 provides access to the most technologically advanced appliances while removing […]
AB 349 Passes Senate: One Step Closer to Cleaner Air in Clark, Washoe Counties
Carson City, NV — Today, clean air advocates applauded the Nevada Senate passing Assembly Bill 349, after the bill’s passage in the Assembly. AB 349 would reduce smog pollution from in-name-only “Classic Cars,” a key measure to reduce transportation pollution that is hastening climate change and harming Nevadans’ health, particularly low-income and Black and brown […]
Nevada Assembly Passes Major Clean Energy Expansion
NEVADA — Today, the Nevada Assembly passed Senate Bill 448, an expansive clean energy proposal investing in clean energy transmission, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and energy efficiency programs. The bill will create jobs in the fast-growing clean energy sector while putting the state on a path to meet its climate goals. SB 448, introduced by […]