Major Win for Student Health and Climate: $60M Secured for 120 Electric School Buses and Clean Transportation
December 13, 2024
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality (UDEQ) Division of Air Quality was selected to receive $60 million to fund 171 zero-emission vehicles and charging infrastructure to reduce air pollution. One hundred and twenty of these vehicles will be...
Volunteers Needed: Help Utah Transition to Electric School Buses and Improve Air Quality by January 9 Deadline
December 7, 2024
Utah currently has an incredible opportunity to replace diesel school buses with clean, zero-emission electric buses. This transition will improve air quality in our communities and create good-paying jobs for transportation workers, electricians,...
Sierra Club Utah Chapter Announces Endorsements for 2024 Election
October 8, 2024
Sierra Club Utah Chapter Announces Endorsements for 2024 Election
Salt Lake City, UT – Today, the Sierra Club Utah Chapter announced its endorsements for State House, State Senate, City Council, and Attorney General for Utah’s 2024 election.
Join us in welcoming our New Chapter Director, Franque Bains!
October 8, 2024
We are excited to welcome Franque Bains as our new Chapter Director! With over 15 years of experience as an educator and community organizer, Franque holds a master’s degree in mathematics and education from Claremont Graduate University. She is...
Reflections on My Visit To White Mesa
September 19, 2024
by Angela Kleiber, Utah Sierra Club Chapter Volunteer
Recently, I visited southeastern Utah with some new friends and explored the stunning landscapes of Green River, Moab, the La Sal Mountains, Blanding, and White Mesa. This region, a...
Utah’s First-Ever Climate Action Plan: The Beehive Emission Reduction Plan
August 1, 2024
Utah’s Inaugural Climate Plan Focuses on Emission Cuts and Clean Energy to Restore Air Quality.
Clean Energy Activists Visit the Climate of Hope Exhibit
February 12, 2024
Youth activists from the 100% Clean Energy Schools Campaign in Granite were excited to visit and deepen our understanding of how climate change impacts our state.
Legislative Session Digest: Weeks One and Two
January 26, 2024
Today wraps up the second week of the 2024 legislative session! Read on to find out which bills we are supporting and opposing this session, and sign up for our Community Lobby Day on Feb. 15 to join us in advocating for positive environmental...
Utah Community Advocates Program Launch
January 10, 2024
On January 9th, Sierra Club Utah launched the Community Advocates Program to support Utah communities' access to federal funds for climate and environmental initiatives.
Apply For EPA's Clean School Bus Program Today
January 1, 2024
Leveraging EPA's Clean School Bus Rebate Program: A Step-by-Step Guide for Utah School Districts & Resources for Technical Assistance