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 efficiencyContinue reading “Governor Sisolak Signs Major Clean Energy Bill Into Law”
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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 directsContinue reading “Community Reacts as AB 349 Signed by Governor Sisolak”
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 removingContinue reading “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”
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 brownContinue reading “AB 349 Passes Senate: One Step Closer to Cleaner Air in Clark, Washoe Counties”
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 byContinue reading “Nevada Assembly Passes Major Clean Energy Expansion”
Nevada Legislature Passes Bill to Ensure Consideration of Wildlife in Development Plans
NEVADA – Today, the Nevada State Legislature voted to pass Assembly Bill (AB) 211, legislation that requires developers to consider the impacts to wildlife and their respective habitats in development plans. AB 211, sponsored by Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui, requires developers to consult with the Nevada Department of Wildlife on development proposals or plans in orderContinue reading “Nevada Legislature Passes Bill to Ensure Consideration of Wildlife in Development Plans”
Clean Air Advocates Welcome Assembly Passage of AB 349, Urge Nevada Senate to Support Smog Pollution Reduction
Carson City, NV — Today, Latinx families and environmental advocates applauded the Nevada State Assembly passing Assembly Bill 349, sponsored by Assemblyman Howard Watts (D-Las Vegas). AB 349 would reduce smog pollution by closing a loophole that allows “Classic Cars” to avoid regular smog checks. A study by the state’s Division of Environmental Protection hasContinue reading “Clean Air Advocates Welcome Assembly Passage of AB 349, Urge Nevada Senate to Support Smog Pollution Reduction”
Nevada Conservation League Applauds Passage of Major Clean Energy Bill in Nevada Senate
Conservation Group Commends Senator Brooks for Leadership NEVADA – Today, the Nevada State Senate voted to pass Senate Bill (SB) 448, a comprehensive clean energy bill that would spur job development and advance the state’s emission reduction goals laid out by the Nevada Climate Initiative. The bill addresses Nevada’s transmission network, transportation electrification, and energyContinue reading “Nevada Conservation League Applauds Passage of Major Clean Energy Bill in Nevada Senate”
Nevada Legislature Becomes the First in the Nation to Pass ‘30 by 30’ Conservation Bill
State Joins President Biden in Commitment to Conserve 30 Percent of Lands and Waters by 2030 NEVADA — Today, the Nevada State Legislature passed AJR 3, a resolution to urge the conservation of 30 percent of Nevada’s lands and waters by the year 2030. With the passage of AJR 3, Nevada is the first inContinue reading “Nevada Legislature Becomes the First in the Nation to Pass ‘30 by 30’ Conservation Bill”
CONSERVATION GROUPS CELEBRATE DESERT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ANNIVERSARY, CALL FOR PROTECTION OF PUBLIC LANDS
Las Vegas, NV — Today, representatives of Nevada conservation and community groups celebrated the 85th anniversary of the Desert National Wildlife Refuge. Situated just north of Las Vegas, the Desert National Wildlife Refuge is the largest national wildlife refuge outside of Alaska. It was established 85 years ago this week, on May 20, 1936. TheseContinue reading “CONSERVATION GROUPS CELEBRATE DESERT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ANNIVERSARY, CALL FOR PROTECTION OF PUBLIC LANDS”