New Mexicans push senators to repeal federal fossil-fuel subsidies
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 1, 2021
On August 26, elected officials and residents from New Mexico, along with groups representing nearly 300,000 members, delivered a letter to U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján.
Governor Lujan Grisham's executive order receives widespread support
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 26, 2021
A coalition of advocates in New Mexico has expressed support for Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's recent executive order aimed at protecting 30% of the state's lands and waters by 2030.
Sierra Club responds to U.S. Interior Department's compliance with court order
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 20, 2021
The U.S. Interior Department has announced its intention to challenge a Louisiana U.S. District Court judge's injunction on its oil and gas leasing moratorium.
El Paso Electric agrees to reduce emissions amid community pressure
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 19, 2021
Today, an agreement was reached between the Chaparral Coalition for Community Health and the Environment, the Sierra Club, Earthworks, and El Paso Electric (EPE) to significantly cut air pollution in El Paso and southern New Mexico.
Report outlines energy equity challenges in Western states' climate policies
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 16, 2021
A recent national report highlights the importance of integrating energy equity into climate policies in New Mexico.
New Mexicans urge swift adoption of clean car standards
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 22, 2021
As the Environmental Improvement Board (EIB) prepares for a meeting on Friday to consider a petition from community groups, New Mexicans are calling for immediate action to initiate rulemaking for adopting advanced Clean Cars standards in the state.
Coalition urges quick adoption of clean car standards amid climate concerns
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 9, 2021
A coalition of New Mexican citizen groups has petitioned the Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board to update its Advanced Clean Car Standards by the end of 2021.
EPA holds public sessions on new methane emission rules
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 21, 2021
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is set to hold the first of three listening sessions aimed at engaging the public in crafting new regulations for methane emissions from oil and gas operations.
Sierra Club reacts to court's decision on oil leasing pause
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 16, 2021
On Tuesday, a federal judge issued a temporary block on the Biden administration's pause on new oil and gas leasing on federal public lands.
New Mexico proposes new rules targeting methane emissions in oil and gas sector
By New Mexico Sun | May 6, 2021
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has proposed new regulations aimed at reducing emissions from oil and gas operations in the state.
Senate approves reinstatement of EPA's 2016 methane safeguards
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2021
The Senate has passed a resolution with a 52-42 vote to reinstate the Environmental Protection Agency’s 2016 methane pollution safeguards for the oil and gas industry.
Biden's plan supports stronger emission standards for New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2021
President Biden's administration has proposed a new rule that would allow New Mexico to set stronger vehicle emission standards.
Environmental groups press Biden for decisive action on methane emissions
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 21, 2021
As global methane levels reach unprecedented heights, a coalition of 134 environmental, public health, and advocacy organizations has called on President Biden to take decisive action.
Haaland's executive orders shift focus from fossil fuels to climate action
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 17, 2021
Interior Secretary Deb Haaland has issued two executive orders aimed at addressing climate change and reversing previous policies that favored fossil fuel development.
Groups urge Biden administration to align fossil fuel policies with climate goals
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 17, 2021
Hundreds of organizations, including Native American, religious, business, and conservation groups, have urged the Biden administration to conduct a comprehensive environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act.
PNM proposes solar power to replace nuclear under Energy Transition Act
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 17, 2021
After announcing plans to drop one of its leases in the Palo Verde Nuclear plant last year, PNM has proposed replacing this energy source with 100% solar and battery storage.
New Mexico moves forward with new rules on methane emission reductions
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 12, 2021
The New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission (OCC) has finalized a rule aimed at limiting methane venting and flaring in the oil and gas industry.
Congressional resolution seeks to reinstate EPA’s 2016 methane regulations
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 12, 2021
On March 25, 2021, a resolution was introduced in both the Senate and the House aiming to reinstate the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2016 methane pollution safeguards.
Greater Chaco Coalition urges reform after DOI virtual forum on oil leasing
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 1, 2021
The Greater Chaco Coalition has issued a statement in response to the Department of the Interior's virtual public forum on federal oil and gas leasing.
Congressional resolutions aim to restore EPA's 2016 methane safeguards
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 27, 2021
On Thursday, a resolution was introduced in both the Senate and the House to reinstate the Environmental Protection Agency’s 2016 methane pollution safeguards.
