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Maryland's Power Plant Research Program is facing an unprecedented 800% surge in solar project applications, pushing review timelines to new lengths!

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DNR’s power‑plant review program reports an 800% rise in solar CPCN filings, extends review windows
The Power Plant Research Program told the House Environment and Transportation Committee it has seen a large surge in community solar and distributed generation CPCN filings in 2025, increasing review times, consultant costs and drawing on an environmental trust reserve.
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February 1, 2026 at 8:53 AM
⚡ THIS SUNDAY 2/1 1pm ET: Join Chair Deatrick and FL Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried for a discussion on the environment as a winning issue and strategies for the 2026 elections. Hosted by the dynamic DECF!
@nikkifried.bsky.social #EnvironmentalJustice 💪

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Think Green, Vote Blue: Working Together To Elect Environmental Democrats · Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
Join us while we discuss our 2026 DECF election strategy. Learn how Democrats are winning with environmental issues, in Florida and nationally. Hear from: - Nikki Fried, Florida Democratic Party...
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January 31, 2026 at 10:22 PM
The Virginia Senate made significant strides on January 29, passing key bills including a constitutional amendment on congressional redistricting and crucial environmental measures.

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#VA #EnvironmentalJustice #VirginiaSenate #EnergyStorage #CitizenPortal #CivicParticipation
Votes at a glance: key bills the Senate passed Jan. 29
During the Jan. 29 session the Senate passed a block of uncontested bills and several contested measures. This roundup lists recorded outcomes for items debated on the floor, including SB 51, SB 681, SB 4 43, SB 6 48, SB 4 25, and other items moved in block passage.
citizenportal.ai
January 31, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Fence-line & frontline communities unjustly bear the brunt of both climate impacts & pollution. Justice for these communities cannot happen fast enough. #climatejustice #climatehope #climatemvt #environmentaljustice
www.climatehopetogether.com/p/climate-ju...
Distributive Justice, Climate Justice, & Environmental Justice
Hope & Justice Series, Distributive Justice Subseries Post #6.4
www.climatehopetogether.com
January 31, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Thank you, @omahastar.bsky.social , for lifting this important issue of #environmental risks and the need for #EnvironmentalJustice #health and #science.

Founded in 1938, the Omaha Star is the oldest and ONLY currently active Black-owned newspaper in Nebraska. theomahastar.com
January 31, 2026 at 2:52 PM
January 31, 2026 at 10:10 AM
From #Rwanda #XRRubavu say "Lake Kivu is life and so is every lake. When pollution and waste enter our waters, they steal health, fish, and futures.
Protect lakes everywhere: stop pollution at the source, enforce the rules, and act now"
#ProtectLakes #WaterIsLife #EnvironmentalJustice #ActNow
January 30, 2026 at 8:24 PM
LISTEN: Exec. Dir. Yvette Arellano speaks with the Black Appalachian Coalition on how plastic pollution disproportionately impacts communities of color. #EnvironmentalJustice open.substack.com/pub/blackapp...
Plastics Pollute
The Hidden Costs of a Plastic Planet
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January 30, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Petrochemical barges can emit chemicals into the air and water as they navigate through the Houston Ship Channel & adjacent waterways like the San Jacinto River. #EnvironmentalJustice publichealthwatch.org/2025/12/29/t...
The Loosely Regulated Petrochemical Barge Industry Is Commandeering a Texas River - Public Health Watch
People who live on the San Jacinto fear chemical releases and explosions from the vessels. It’s unclear who’s policing the buildup.
publichealthwatch.org
January 30, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Concerned community leaders are pushing for a public hearing on a controversial PFAS soil-treatment permit that could impact the health and safety of Hudson Falls residents.

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Washington County board asks DEC for public hearing on ESMI/Clean Earth PFAS permit
A community presenter urged the county to press New York DEC for a DEC‑run public hearing on an ESMI/Clean Earth PFAS treatment permit; the board voted unanimously to have staff draft and send a letter requesting a hearing.
citizenportal.ai
January 30, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The occupation bleeds our land dry, choking our resources while settler colonialism thrives. Our environment bears scars of injustice. #FreePalestine #EnvironmentalJustice
January 30, 2026 at 10:58 AM
The mayor has made bold moves by appointing Sharron Goodwin, Yume Kitase, and Lisa Garcia to key positions, each vowing to tackle pressing issues like accountability, transparency, and environmental justice.

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Mayor names Sharron Goodwin, Yume Kitase and Lisa Garcia to lead DOP, DCAS and DEP
Mayor announced three senior appointments: Sharron Goodwin as probation commissioner, Yume Kitase as DCAS commissioner and Lisa Garcia as DEP commissioner; each spoke about priorities and responded to reporters' questions about transparency, nepotism allegations and water board decisions.
citizenportal.ai
January 30, 2026 at 9:30 AM
A wave of progress is sweeping through Virginia as the House Committee on Agriculture advances crucial bills aimed at environmental justice, tribal conservation, and sustainable agriculture!

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#VA #EnvironmentalJustice #CitizenPortal #VirginiaNaturalResources #AgricultureReform
Committee advances batch of land, agriculture and water bills; votes recorded on multiple measures
Committee reported a package of bills from subcommittees, including HB 134 (tribal conservation easement holder), HB 256 (environmental justice strategy), HB 291 (fishing tackle recycling), HB 326 (Fort Whitworth conveyance) and several agriculture measures; most bills were reported favorably and referred as noted.
citizenportal.ai
January 29, 2026 at 6:07 PM
80% of US voters support laws reducing single-use plastics and the recently signed-into-law "Skip the Stuff" law in NJ is a testament to that. #BreakFreeFromPlastic #EnvironmentalJustice www.waste360.com/plastics/new...
New Jersey Passes Strongest “Skip the Stuff” Law
Yesterday, now-former Gov. Phil Murphy signed New Jersey’s “Skip the Stuff” bill (S-3195/A-5157) before the end of his term.
www.waste360.com
January 29, 2026 at 6:05 PM
We’re hiring! 🌿✨
Deputy Chapter Director (Sierra Club California)
Ready to help lead winning campaigns for clean air, clean energy, water, and environmental justice across California?
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January 29, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Richmond City Council just voted to harness a massive $550 million Chevron settlement for community-led initiatives, ensuring that every voice is heard in this once-in-a-generation opportunity for change.

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#RichmondContraCostaCounty #CA #EnvironmentalJustice #CommunityEngagement
Richmond council approves consultant‑led community process for $550M Chevron settlement, keeps funds invested during planning
The council voted to engage a consultant to lead broad, citywide community engagement and to gather input on spending strategies for the $550 million Chevron settlement; an amendment directs that the funds remain invested while the process proceeds. The motion passed with one no and one abstention after extensive public comment.
citizenportal.ai
January 29, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Judges appear to support the Biden-era EPA regulation of toxic chemicals as hazardous under the Superfund law. #EnvironmentalJustice www.eenews.net/articles/jud...
www.nytimes.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:02 PM
🗞️ New @mongabay report: U.S. interest and potential intervention in Venezuela — especially around its vast oil and mineral wealth — risks deepening the country’s environmental crisis instead of helping address it. news.mongabay.com/2026/01/how-...
#Venezuela #EnvironmentalJustice #USIntervention
How US intervention could deepen Venezuela’s environmental crisis
When U.S. forces entered Venezuela earlier this month and removed President Nicolás Maduro, officials framed the intervention as a strategic economic opportunity. President Donald Trump repeatedly poi...
news.mongabay.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Just Transition Network Hosted the first-ever Environmental Justice School in French, uniting activists from nine countries to build skills for people-centred transitions rooted in dignity, health, and community power.
📖 gW December Newsletter: groundwork.org.za/december-2025/

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January 29, 2026 at 1:11 PM