WASHINGTON, DC - On Friday, the Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration announced millions to fund 41 port improvement projects in communities across the nation through the Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP). The money comes from the Infrastructure and Investment Act, passed in November 2021.
150 clean construction projects announced across the country
Cheyenne, WY – After months of feedback from concerned Rocky Mountain Power customers opposed to the utility’s unprecedented rate hike, yesterday marked the conclusion of the Public Service Commission’s (PSC) contentious rate case hearing and public comment period. Parties to the case will file closing briefs, and the PSC plans to deliberate in a public meeting on November 28 on whether it will approve or deny the historic rate increase.
New guidelines will help avoid financial crises from under-supervised firms and activities
Lansing, MI - After months of advocacy, lobbying, and engagement Michigan finally acted to curb climate change driven by the utility sector. Passed by the State House late last night, Senate Bills 271, 273, and 502 move Michigan towards a clean energy future. They also reduce energy waste and give more power to the Michigan Public Service Commision (MPSC)--the body that oversees electrical utility regulation.
OAKLAND, Calif. — On Wednesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved a new rule empowering California to pass more aggressive regulations to curb toxic pollutants from locomotives.
Boston, MA – Late last night, Ady Barkan passed away from complications relating to ALS. He was 39 years old.
In memoriam, Sierra Club Executive Director Ben Jealous released the following statement:
Georgia Power filed a request with the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) for permission to build 30% more methane gas and oil beyond what the utility originally projected in last year’s integrated resource plan (IRP).
Sierra Club joins groups in sending letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen
Groups argue ISDS prioritizes corporate rights over governments, people, and the planet