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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Climate change is burning Kenya’s outdoor workers, as rising heat and UV exposure drive skin damage, infections and late cancer diagnoses across the country.

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.

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People who live on the San Jacinto fear chemical releases and explosions from the vessels. It’s unclear who’s policing the buildup.

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.

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.

A Senate committee heard SB 144, which would invalidate HOA covenants that bar rooftop solar and require HOAs to adopt 'reasonable' rules. Supporters described selective enforcement and practical barriers to amending covenants; opponents warned of constitutional concerns and problems in maintenance-provided communities. No vote was taken.

PUTRAJAYA: The Director General, Deputy Director General of Environment and an Assistant Environmental Control Officer have been remanded for seven days starting today to assist in the investigation into a case related to the management of electrical and electronic waste (e-waste). Another civilian was also remanded for three days until Sunday in connection with the same investigation. The remand order was issued by Magistrate Ezrene Zakariah after receiving an application from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) at the Putrajaya Magistrate’s Court this morning. Earlier, the four individuals, fully dressed in orange lockup suits and handcuffed, arrived at the courthouse at […]

City staff released the first public review draft of the Vision Salinas/Salinas 2040 general plan in December and announced a Feb. 7 public workshop; the draft reorganizes elements into three pillars, adds new elements (including environmental justice), and defers some zoning details to a later code update and the formal EIR review period.

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.

Yesterday, now-former Gov. Phil Murphy signed New Jersey’s “Skip the Stuff” bill (S-3195/A-5157) before the end of his term.

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.

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...

In an era where the changing climate can disproportionately impact the most vulnerable, the Environmental Justice Clinic at the University of Miami School of Law continues to lead the conversation on how legal education must evolve. The latest scholarship from...