By Alan HalalyLas Vegas Review-Journal February 18, 2025 – 5:05 pm The nation’s two fastest-warming cities may soon be required by Nevada law to better protect residents from deadly heat in future plans. More than a dozen organizations and Nevada residents attended a committee hearing to support Assembly Bill 96, which would require any city or […]
Jaden Urban Feb 4, 2025 Updated Feb 4, 2025 Transportation is one of the main arteries in every person’s life. Whether you drive, walk, bike, or take public transits, it impacts you in some way shape or form. Which is why many agencies gathered at the legislature for transportation day. “Transportation Day is an opportunity to talk with […]
by: Greg Haas Posted: Dec 11, 2024 / 12:49 PM PST Updated: Dec 11, 2024 / 12:49 PM PST https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/491-deaths-sky-high-utility-bills-too-much-for-low-income-nevadans-community-advocates-say LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Extreme heat brought on by climate change is placing Nevada low income families and outdoor laborers at a “crisis point,” community advocates said on Wednesday. Statistics showing 491 people have died because of exposure to […]
Amy Alonzo November 25th, 2024 at 2:00 AM https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/nevada-approves-rule-protecting-workers-from-extreme-heat-after-years-of-setbacks After several years of failed attempts and opposition from businesses that found previous proposals too onerous, many Nevada workers will now have increased protections against heat-related illness. The state’s Division of Industrial Relations, the agency responsible for workplace safety and worker protections in Nevada, has adopted […]
09/26/2024 | Janette Zambrano Las Vegas, NV– The Nevada Clean Energy Fund (NCEF) proudly announces the launch of five Solar for All Community Councils, each dedicated to ensuring that the benefits of solar energy reach Nevada’s low-income and historically underserved communities. These councils include the Persistent Poverty Community Council, Local Governments and Schools Community Council, Affordable Housing […]
** MEDIA ADVISORY ** Listening Sessions Aim To Shape The Future Of Nevada With Input From Residents About Housing Costs, Transportation, Water, And Extreme Heat. Gift cards will be awarded for ALL in person participants Saturday, Oct 21st 2023 12-1:30 PM PST Las Vegas, NV 89102 Las Vegas, NV – In a time where record-breaking […]
Outcry to Allocate Budget Surplus to Nevada’s Severe Environmental Injustice *Interviews Available Upon Request* Carson City, NV – This past Monday, an estimated $250 million dollar surplus was found for Governor Lombardo’s State fiscal budget for the next two years, leading many in the legislature to question the allocation of these funds. The Nevada Environmental […]
*Pre-recorded Interviews & B-Roll Here (No credit needed)* ** INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST ** Las Vegas, NV.- Today, the same day that FEMA and the Federal Government released new guidance to increase community resilience against extreme temperature-related weather, Nevada Leaders gathered to discuss the newly passed laws that aim to combat high temperatures and protect […]
*Pre-recorded Interview Here (No credit needed)* ** INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST ** Carson City, NV.- The 82nd Nevada Legislative Session made history by having a record-breaking number of bills related to Environmental Justice. However, not all of these bills made it out of the session, leaving hard-working Nevadans with a sour taste in their mouth. […]
*Press Conference* Children from Local Tribes Exposed to Carcinogens Urge Lawmakers to Fund New School FULL LIVE STREAM HERE Thursday, April 27th @10AM PST To The Left of the Nevada Legislature Between The Legislature and Capital Buildings 401 S Carson St Carson City, NV 89701 Carson City, NV – Native American tribes from Nevada […]
