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 […]
Nevada’s Federal Democratic Leaders Earn Outstanding Environmental Scores, Calls on State Legislature to Build on Federal Momentum
LAS VEGAS, Nevada — Last week, environmental scores for Nevada’s federal leaders from the League of Conservation Voters revealed the delegation’s Democratic lawmakers delivered on action to protect our environment, protect our democracy, and build a clean energy future, earning them an A grade for their votes in 2022. Now, our federal elected officials are […]
League of Conservation Voters Releases National Scorecard For Nevada Delegation
Scores Show Nevada’s Democratic Leaders Champion Our Environment and Democracy LAS VEGAS, Nev, – Today, the Nevada Conservation League released state delegation scores for the League of Conservation Voters’ 2022 National Environmental Scorecard, highlighting Nevada Democratic leaders’ tremendous action to protect our environment, protect our democracy, and build a clean energy future. Since 1970, LCV’s […]
Congresswoman Dina Titus, Public Health Advocates, and Students Celebrate Clark County’s Investment in Clean Buses
Leaders Highlight How Las Vegas Is Benefiting from Federal Clean Energy Investments (LAS VEGAS, NV) – Today, Congresswoman Dina Titus and Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom joined Las Vegas area students and public health advocates to showcase the benefits of Clark County School District’s (CCSD) investments in electric school buses and how funds through the […]
Southwest Gas Customers Expressed Outrage Over High Gas Bills Before Public Utilities Commission
Southwest Gas customers, equity, and clean energy advocates call for more programs that boost energy efficiency, expand electric appliance options, and reduce gas system spending. ***RESOURCES: Photos and recordings are available here.*** LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Nevadans are being hit hard with high utility bills, and volatile natural (methane) gas prices are largely to blame. […]
Nevada Environmental Groups Anticipate Opportunities and Challenges Ahead of 2023 State Legislative Session
***VIDEO INCLUDED*** Legislators look back on environmental track record while advocates strategize to secure a clean energy economy and wildlife protection on virtual webinar NEVADA — This week, the Nevada Conservation League hosted a virtual event with state legislators and local environmental advocates to set policy priorities for the 2023 Nevada Legislative Session and emphasize […]