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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 4d

'After a bruising legislative session, however, California emerged in late September with six climate bills signed into law that attempt to balance decarbonization with cost-reduction measures — an outcome that caught many climate advocates off guard.' heatmap.news/energy/...

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California’s Big Climate and Energy Package, Explained
The state quietly refreshed its cap and trade program, revamped how it funds wildfire cleanup, and reorganized its grid governance — plus offered some relief on gas prices.

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 4d

'Climate action at the federal level is grinding to a halt... And yet, the administration has so far appeared neutral or even bullish on the issue of food waste.' Read more from WasteDive at www.wastedive.com/ne...

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 9d

'In a year dominated by headlines of federal rollbacks, high electricity and gasoline prices, and general disarray, climate champions in the California Legislature kept their heads down and churned out a staggering suite of game-changing policies.' Love to see it! blog.ucs.org/daniel-...

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The Big Winners in California? Science and Climate

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 9d

‘“We need to protect this planet and think about the future,” she told The Wall Street Journal. “Because if we don’t, that’s the end of our species. Humans are not exempt from extinction.”’ Goodbye Jane Goodall and thank you for all you gave us.

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 10d

CARB released a list of 4,000+ companies required to comply with the state’s new climate reporting laws, mandating disclosures on climate-related risks and opportunities, and for some companies on value chain greenhouse gas emissions as well. www.esgtoday.com/cal...

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 12d

Looks like the California #solar canal pilot project went well! Exciting!

California’s Solar Canals Could Power Millions of Homes

California’s Solar Canals Could Power Millions of Homes California is moving forward with innovative “solar canal” projects, installing solar panels over waterways to generate renewable energy while reducing evaporation. Experts say the initiative could power millions of homes and reshape sustainab

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 15d

A new @sacbee.com op-ed by @industriouslabs.bsky.social, SMART Local 104 makes the case for modernizing California’s factories—because clean industry means clean air, good jobs, and a stronger economy. @governor.ca.gov #AB1280 is the path forward. Read it here: www.sacbee.com/opini...

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 16d

Every year, Californians suffer 14,000+ asthma hospitalizations and $13B in costs from pollution. We can’t afford a law that weakens local clean air protections.

@GavinNewsom — VETO #SB34.

Read more: www.ccair.org/newsom...

GOVERNOR NEWSOM
Cut healthcare costs with cleaner air.
Save lives in diesel death zones.
Protect local clean air laws.
VETO SB 34!

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 17d

"By 2050, as global warming makes large swaths of North America hotter and drier, the annual death toll from smoke could reach between 68,000 and 71,000, without stronger preventive and public health measures." More from the LA Times at archive.is/wPalc or link in bio

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Could wildfire smoke become America’s leading climate health threat by 2050? | LA Times

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 19d

Though we’re disappointed to not see urgently needed cleanup this year, we’re grateful to the leaders who fought to #FixSB131 at the end of this legislative session. You are true champions for environmental justice. Let's get this across the finish line in 2026!

THANK YOU
Assemblymember Connolly, Senator Blakespear, and the many other legislators stood up for environmental justice and public health by fighting to clean up SB 131!

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 26d

'The 22 young people filed a federal lawsuit against the president, 13 agencies and numerous officials in May, arguing that Mr. Trump’s executive orders were unconstitutional.' archive.is/OaOk5 or link in bio

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Young People Suing Trump Over Climate Have Their Day in Federal Court
They claim Trump’s executive orders are unconstitutional. The government says their lawsuit should be thrown out. The two sides are set to clash this week in Montana.

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 26d

Via the NRDC, California's legislature "is sending the governor an exciting array of bills that solidify California’s stance as a bulwark against federal climate backsliding and make significant progress on energy affordability." www.nrdc.org/bio/mer...

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California’s End-of-Session Blitz Is a Ray of Sunshine for Climate Progress
The California legislature passes a package of climate action bills as the Trump administration backslides on federal commitments.

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · 29d

"If synergized, California’s climate and community investments present an opportunity to create stronger community and civic networks... However, in order to recognize equitable development, the state must recommit to its community climate investments." legal-planet.org/202...

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California Must Invest in Climate and Communities to Drive Climate Progress
The state has pioneered an approach—what’s worked, and what’s next?
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As solar and other climate infrastructure construction accelerates, and with Californians concerned both about the cost of living and about seeing local opportunities result from climate projects, the conversation about community benefits (commitments to hiring and other local investments made by developers in connection with new projects) has grown increasingly animated in California and even more so in this year’s legislative session. One component enabling successful deployment of community benefits tools is community capacity, including technical assistance and technical expertise. Over much of the last decade, the state has been funneling resources into this kind of support through a diverse set of climate initiatives.

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Sep 8

Less than 24 hours to #FixSB131 🚨

📞 Call or email Senate pro Tem McGuire + Speaker Rivas directly:

Speaker Robert Rivas: (916) 319-2029
Senate President Mike McGuire: (916) 651-4002

We have less than 24 hours to #FixSB131 🚨
Tell California leaders to take action

Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Sep 7

📣 Speak up to protect health & climate!

Sign petition: bit.ly/fixSB131now & call CA Senate Pro Tem McGuire 916.651.4002

CA Asm Budget Chair Gabriel 916.319.2046

CA Asm Speaker Rivas 916.319.2029

Demand they #FixSB131 NOW & remove advanced manufacturing exception!

davisvanguard.org/20...

an abundance of pollution is on the way unless California state leaders fix SB 131!

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Aug 25

"Environmental Groups Face ‘Generational’ Setbacks Under Trump" says the New York Times. This is a tough fight — and that's why we're here fighting. California is the 4th largest economy in the world and what we do matters in the climate emergency.

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Environmental Groups Face ‘Generational’ Setbacks Under Trump
As President Trump dismantles the country’s efforts to fight climate change, environmental groups are back on their heels.

Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Aug 17

"As I tackle this extensive clean up, I also have an opportunity to create a safer home." CAC volunteer and LA fires survivor Wendy-Sue Rosen on why going electric is the best choice for her, her community and beyond. www.citywatchla.com/...

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Why I’m Going All-Electric As I Remediate My Home From Toxic Ash
Wendy-Sue Rosen August 11 2025

Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Aug 16

200+ groups are calling on legislators to fix SB 131. This bill’s CEQA exemption for “advanced manufacturing” could greenlight toxic projects near homes and schools without environmental review. It also leaves endangered species habitats unprotected. Learn more: drive.google.com/fil...

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Aug 15

In a Science article from 2018, researchers found that beef emits roughly 100 kgs of greenhouse gases per kg consumed. A new Nature article shows another factory farming and environmental justice issue: PM2.5 levels are higher around CAFOs, harming communities nearby. www.nature.com/artic...

aerial views of animal feeding operations (AFOs)

Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Aug 13

Heat pumps are awesome (the person posting this has one and loves it!) but California has the 2nd highest electricity costs in the US! What to do? Read more in the San Francisco Chronicle: www.sfchronicle.com/... or link in bio

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How California energy policy is holding back a game changing climate technology

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Aug 8

Some promising news. The development coincides with what JPMorgan analysts say looks to be the first decline in global upstream oil and gas development spending since 2020.

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Wall Street Sees Decline in Dealmaking for Oil and Gas Clients | Bloomberg

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Jul 31

Generally our focus is on California, but this affects us all... tell the Trump admin to back off their disastrous plan to repeal carbon-cutting protections on power plants
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onald Trump and his EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced their proposal to repeal protections that cut carbon pollution from power plants–a major source of the pollution that exacerbates climate change. These rollbacks will expose millions of Americans to more pollution, endanger our health, drive up costs and accelerate the climate crisis.

With your help, we worked hard to make these carbon pollution standards as strong as possible. Don’t let the Trump administration dismantle these life-saving protections. Sign this petition and we'll submit your comment to the EPA.

On the heels of the hottest year on record and major climate disasters like the Los Angeles fires, deadly heat waves in the Southwest, and Hurricane Helene, this administration is increasing pollution from power plants instead of taking action to protect everyone from climate change.

With their Polluters First Agenda, Trump and Zeldin are undermining the scientific basis for any climate pollution standards and replac

Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Jul 31

Wrong direction, folks... "BARRELS OF DEALS: California’s heading into its third big legislative showdown on gas prices in as many years — except this time both the governor and lawmakers are talking about oil industry priorities instead of fighting them." Source: Politico
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An energy "megadeal" is on the horizon. | Charlie Riedel/AP

Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Jul 30

'Gov. Gavin Newsom responded to Tuesday’s EPA announcement by issuing a statement for the U.S. Climate Alliance, a collaboration of governors pushing for climate action.' EPA moves to undo key climate rule; California vows to fight back | San Francisco Chronicle http://bit.ly/45rC1BF

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California is increasingly lonely in its effort to regulate greenhouse gas emissions as the federal Environmental Protection Agency seeks to roll back climate regulations and even a fundamental finding that climate change is a danger to human health.

Carlos Avila Gonzalez/S.F. Chronicle

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Climate Action California @climactcal.bsky.social · Jul 28

Californians Are Worried About Wildfire and Growing Costs of Climate Change | KQED
www.kqed.org/science... or link in bio

Tree stumps fill the front yard of a home on the San Juan Ridge near Nevada City, California, on June 27, 2023, after crews were hired to create defensible space to help protect the home from wildfire. A new survey shows state residents believe climate change poses a personal and financial risk, and they want more action from the government — though cost is a concern. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)

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