Texas Legislature 101: How bills become laws — and how you can participate in the process
January 14, 2025
Here’s a rundown of how legislation moves through the Capitol, the ways lawmakers operate and who the power players are. Article by María Méndez, the Texas Tribune.
How Texas Winter Storms Threaten Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtles
January 13, 2025
With another cold season upon us, it is important to be aware of the threats that extreme cold temperatures pose to the most endangered turtle species, the Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle.
Protecting Texas Waters: Why Recreational Water Quality Standards Matter
January 9, 2025
Our beloved rivers and lakes are under threat. Population growth, widespread pollution, and the impacts of climate change are slowly but surely compromising the quality of these vital surface water resources.
Winterizing Your Texas Home: Save Energy, Stay Warm, and Keep the Power On
January 8, 2025
Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter’s Keep the Power On Campaign is fighting for solutions like modernizing our electric grid, expanding clean energy, and making energy efficiency affordable for all Texans.
A Letter from Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter Director, Dave Cortez
December 29, 2024
Chapter Director, Dave Cortez, reflects on the challenges and triumphs of 2024, inviting YOU to join the fight for a future Texas deserves in 2025.
Big Wins for Texas Energy: $1.4 Billion for Solar & Storage, PCM's Demise, and What's Next for the Grid
December 24, 2024
It’s been an eventful month or so since the November election in the Texas electricity world, with some unexpected news - mainly good - along with a few causes for concern. First, let them eat cake!
Take Action: Help Reduce Methane Pollution in Texas
December 20, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is seeking public input on new rules to limit methane emissions from the oil and gas industry. These rules will align Texas with the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) updated guidelines to...
Community Advocates Secure Victory Against Massive Gas Plant: Win Key Amendments to Austin Energy’s Fossil Fuel Plan
December 12, 2024
RELEASE: Austin City Council prioritizes clean energy in the new 2035 Austin Energy Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan.
RELEASE: Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals rules against Exxon for fourth time, affirms record Clean Air Act penalty
December 11, 2024
Lawsuit first filed in 2010 by Environment Texas, Sierra Club to enforce pollution violations at company’s Baytown, Texas, facility.
Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter Connects Texans to Key Environmental Issues in the 89th Texas Legislative Session
December 10, 2024
The grassroots nonprofit is prepared to lead Texas’ environmental advocacy during the 2025 legislative session, offering opportunities to engage, and trusted insights on key issues like clean energy, air and water quality, and fossil fuel subsidies.