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 would […]
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, […]
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 Brewers […]
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. […]
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 stronger […]
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 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 urgency […]
NV Energy Falls Short in Transportation Electrification Plan
Limited programs illustrate missed opportunity to advance clean vehicles for residents and businesses LAS VEGAS — Today, the Nevada Public Utilities Commission approved an NV Energy plan to spend an additional $70 million on transportation electrification through 2024, building on a $100 million initial investment in similar programs approved by the Commission last year. Unfortunately, […]
Nevada Conservation League Celebrates the Establishment of Avi Kwa Ame National Monument in Southern Nevada
President Biden declares the country’s newest national monument, which honors tribes, protects wildlife, and supports economic growth WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, President Biden took executive action during the White House Conservation in Action Summit to designate Avi Kwa Ame National Monument in southern Nevada. The national monument encompasses over 500,000 acres, which holds significance for […]
Clean Energy Advocates Outraged by NV Energy’s Decision to Build Expensive New Gas Plant
This decision is a step backward on the path to a clean energy future LAS VEGAS, Nevada — Today, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) approved NV Energy’s plan to build a new methane gas-powered peaker plant. This will be the first addition to NV Energy’s gas fleet in 9 years. This decision moves […]