Blog posts from around the country

Santa Lucia Chapter
Those still attacking the idea that we can transition to 100% clean, renewable energy are ignoring the fact that it's already happening.
North Carolina Chapter
In yet another last-minute move, the Legislature tossed a collection of environmental provisions into one bill that heads to Governor Cooper's desk as lawmakers head out of Raleigh until October. Cassie Gavin explains the problems with a measure…
Lone Star Chapter
This week, Hurricane Harvey devastated parts of Texas and Louisiana with its catastrophic winds, storm surge, and flooding. Hundreds of thousands have evacuated from their homes, with many losing everything. Millions were affected by damage and…
Alabama Chapter
Have you ever wanted to talk to your elected officials about issues you care about but don't know exactly what to say or how to make your voice heard?
Lone Star Chapter
HB 7 provides certain concessions to developers to get credit for planting trees but does not prevent cities from regulating trees. While Sierra Club doesn’t support the legislation, we and our many members helped make sure that far worse proposals…
Wisconsin Chapter
Today residents and activists gathered at Bender Park in Oak Creek to release the Sierra Club’s newest white paper:  Electric Power
Alabama Chapter
2017 has been a busy year in many respects, for me especially. In the state legislature, we have seen attacks on Forever Wild, and the bill for the Alabama Water Conservation and Security Act (Water Plan) fail.
Alabama Chapter
In April 2017, the entire Mobile Bay River system, which includes two thirds of the rivers and streams in Alabama, was named as one of America’s Most Endangered Rivers® by American Rivers. The lack of an Alabama Water Management Plan is leading to…
Lone Star Chapter
It was billed as an opportunity to address “Extreme Heat: Survival Strategies for a Hotter San Antonio.” Breaking down the climate crisis to what city residents can feel deeply without an often assumed depth of understanding about the science behind…