November 8, 2023
Bills would 'threaten workers’ retirement security and our financial system'
Press Releases
November 8, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Today, the House Natural Resources Committee advanced a bill from Rep. Garret Graves (R-La.) that could threaten the survival of Rice’s whale, one of the most endangered whale species in the world and the only whale living exclusively in U.S. waters.
November 8, 2023
Washington, DC – Voters cast their ballots in elections across several states on Tuesday, deciding the outcome of two governors’ races, the makeup of eight state legislative chambers, and countless local races and ballot initiatives.
Dozens of Sierra Club-endorsed candidates have emerged victorious in their races so far, a remarkable success in an off-year election.
Bureau of Land Management Concludes Public Comment Period on Expanding Protections for Arctic Refuge
November 7, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the Bureau of Land Management concludes a public comment period that could see additional protections for the Arctic Refuge.
November 1, 2023
More than 70 climate, health and consumer organizations have called for utilities across the nation to leave the American Gas Association (AGA) over their efforts to block climate policies and proliferate disinformation about the health risks of gas stove pollution. AGA receives millions in annual dues from utilities across the country, primarily paid for through customer bills.
November 6, 2023
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.
November 6, 2023
150 clean construction projects announced across the country
November 3, 2023
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.
November 3, 2023
New guidelines will help avoid financial crises from under-supervised firms and activities
November 3, 2023
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.