PUC tactics designed to dissuade comment, reflect lack of accountability, say observers
“We are asking the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada to be accessible and accountable to the public they claim to serve,” Jackie Spicer of the Nevada Environmental Justice Coalition said…
Will a new Nevada law to prevent heat deaths work? Planning is underway
Nevada’s biggest cities and counties are changing their master plans to comply with a state law that takes effect this year, but new language alone may not have much tangible…
Switch’s plan to add another data center to Las Vegas HQ moves forward
“This proposal should be viewed in the context of a rapidly expanding data center industry in our state, not as a single isolated building,” said Jackie Spicer with the Nevada…
Utility Customers Disrupt Summit of Utility Executives over Rising Electricity Costs and Utility Profits
Press conference in Las Vegas calls for greater utility accountability amid data-center frenzy and record-breaking utility company profits LAS VEGAS — Utility customers, faith leaders and community organizations from across the country…
Advocates Host Press Conference Outside Las Vegas Advanced Clean Transportation Expo, Calling for Faster Transition to Electric Trucks
Today, a group of environmental, health, and environmental justice advocates hosted a press conference outside of the Las Vegas Convention Center during the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo to highlight the benefits…
Southern Nevada advocates push for long-term solutions to help lower locals’ utility bills
Consumer advocates in Southern Nevada are pushing for long-term solutions to bring down the cost of utilities for local residents.
Power bill fight puts company in spotlight
A Nevada utility company is arguing a new energy charge won’t increase monthly bills and possibly might lower them, but some Las Vegas customers aren’t buying the argument and instead…
Las Vegas advocates oppose NV Energy demand charge at town hall
Community leaders, residents gather at Clark County Library to discuss keeping power bills low
