Blog posts from around the country
Grand Canyon Chapter
January 30, 2015, PHOENIX, Arizona – The Grand Canyon Watershed Coalition today praised actions by Arizona congressional leaders calling for permanent protection of the area north and south of Grand Canyon.
North Star Chapter
Transportation is one of the top issues at the State Legislature this year and is already getting a lot of media attention. As it should–investing in a modern transportation system is critical for Minnesota’s economic competitiveness and quality of…
Lone Star Chapter
The 84th Legislature has begun… kicking and screaming. After swearing in, the new leadership went about consolidating their political power. Governor Greg Abbott suggested modifying cities’ ability to protect themselves, and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick…
Florida Chapter
Over the last few years Sierra's Phosphate Committee has actively participated in the permitting process for several phosphate mines.
Maryland Chapter
As you may know, the Crystal Spring area is slated for a huge residential commercial and townhouse development. You may have seen the banner headline in The Capital Friday, January 16 reporting on a hearing before a City Council committee on…
Maryland Chapter
I love butterflies. Every summer, I see scores of butterflies landing on my flowers. Last summer, I saw very few. Bees, butterflies, birds, and even beneficial insects are suffering losses across the United States. Neonicotinoids -- pesticides…
North Carolina Chapter
"As the administration moves to finalize this draft proposal, we hope they'll recognize that North Carolina’s energy future should be focused on tapping our region's large offshore wind potential. Choosing clean energy will benefit economies up and…