Nevada Conservation League’s Executive Director to Transition out of the Organization
NEVADA – The Nevada Conservation League, an independent political voice of Nevada’s conservation community, announced today that Paul Selberg will be transitioning out of his role as executive director of the league. Amid his stewardship, the organization celebrated monumental victories on local, state, and federal fronts. Through his dedication spanning three years, Selberg’s leadership has […]
Climate Groups React to Lombardo Withdrawal from U.S. Climate Alliance
Las Vegas, NV – Today, Governor Lombardo withdrew Nevada from the bipartisan U.S. Climate Alliance, a coalition of more than two dozen governors committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Lombardo is the only governor elected last year to withdraw their state from the alliance, which aims to advance policies to reach the climate goals outlined […]
Nevada Conservation League Applauds Nevada Legislature for Securing Major Conservation Wins
The league’s policy priorities will help move environmental progress forward in Nevada while leveraging federal funding CARSON CITY, NV – June marked the end of Nevada’s 82nd legislative session and the passage of major conservation bills. With the help of conservation groups and advocates, the Nevada Conservation League was able to secure major policy priorities to […]
Nevadans demand greater scrutiny of fossil fuel spending to lower electricity bills
Federal investments in energy efficiency, weatherization, and highly efficient electric appliance programs will help ***Photos are available here.*** LAS VEGAS — Yesterday, dozens of NV Energy customers, clean energy advocates, and community leaders packed into the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada’s consumer session to speak out against skyrocketing electricity bills. They urged the Commission to scrutinize every dollar spent by […]
New Nevada laws spur investments in electric trucks & buses to reduce toxic air pollution across the state
Nevada Conservation League applauds Governor Lombardo and Nevada Legislature for coming together to clean up the state’s roadways CARSON CITY, NV – On June 9, Governor Joe Lombardo signed Assembly Bill 184, creating the Nevada Clean Trucks and Buses Incentive Program, into law. Sponsored by Assemblyman Howard Watts, the law is designed to accelerate the […]
As energy bills reach record highs, Nevada Legislature passes legislation to increase utility regulation
Bills head to Governor Lombardo’s desk that create more accountability and transparency in utility planning, and promote affordability and clean energy CARSON CITY, Nevada — With spikes in fossil fuel prices expected to send summer electric bills to record heights, the Nevada Legislature has passed two bills aimed at strengthening utility regulation to protect consumers […]
Bureau of Land Management Hosts Informational Meeting on Public Lands Rule
More than 70 Nevada Conservation Advocates Attended in Support of Stronger Public Lands Protections Reno, Nevada – Last night, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) held an informational meeting about the Public Lands Rule announced earlier this year. The Nevada Conservation League and more than 70 conservation advocates attended the meeting in support of protecting […]
Conservation Groups and Nevada Leaders Applaud Overwhelming Bipartisan Support to Increase Access to Outdoor Education and Recreation
AB128 Will Help Build the Next Generation of Stewards to Nevada’s Environment CARSON CITY, NV – Today, the Nevada State Assembly passed AB128 with overwhelming bipartisan support, to establish a fund to support the Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program. This fund will provide outdoor education and recreation opportunities for underserved students across Nevada and […]
Conservation Groups Applaud Unanimous Vote on Wildlife Infrastructure and Safety Legislation
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 Nevada […]
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 to […]