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EPA hears public comment on proposed delay of methane standards
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 11, 2017
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently taking public comments on Administrator Scott Pruitt's proposal to delay the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas methane emissions by two years.
New Mexicans testify in DC against delaying EPA methane rules
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 11, 2017
Yesterday, residents from New Mexico and the Four Corners region testified in Washington, D.C., opposing a proposed delay of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) methane pollution standards.
Court blocks suspension of EPA rules on oil and gas pollution
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 4, 2017
Today, a federal appeals court in Washington D.C. has halted the Trump Administration's suspension of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards that regulate pollution from the oil and gas industry.
Trump administration's repeal of Clean Water Rule raises concerns in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2017
On June 27, the Trump Administration initiated steps to repeal the Clean Water Rule.
Senate vote maintains BLM methane-waste rule amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty
By New Mexico Sun | May 17, 2017
Last week, the U.S. Senate narrowly voted against a proposal to overturn the Bureau of Land Management's natural-gas waste rule.
Sierra Club responds to PNM's plan for early coal exit by 2031
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 21, 2017
In response to the Public Service Company of New Mexico's (PNM) proposal to eliminate coal from its energy portfolio by 2031, Camilla Feibelman, Director of the Sierra Club Rio Grande Chapter, issued a statement highlighting the economic and...
New Mexico officials urge Congress to oppose Scott Pruitt's EPA nomination
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 26, 2017
A group of 58 current and former elected officials from New Mexico has expressed their opposition to Scott Pruitt's nomination as the head of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Public calls grow louder against drilling in Greater Chaco region
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 20, 2016
Navajo community members, alongside Indigenous leaders from Northern Pueblos and supporters across the American Southwest, recently gathered at the final of eight public hearings to express concerns over oil and gas drilling in the Greater Chaco...
Commission rules on PNM rate case: mixed impact for consumers
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 4, 2016
On Wednesday, the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission reached a decision regarding PNM's request to increase electric rates.
Explosions in Nageezi lead to tanker fires and evacuations
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 13, 2016
On Monday night, a series of explosions occurred in Nageezi, New Mexico, involving 36 tankers that were storing crude oil and wastewater.
New tool maps potential health risks near New Mexico's oil and gas sites
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 16, 2016
On June 15, a coalition of groups launched OilAndGasThreatMap.com, a new tool that maps the locations of 58,777 oil and gas facilities in New Mexico.
EPA finalizes national standards for methane pollution
By New Mexico Sun | May 17, 2016
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized new standards aimed at curbing methane pollution from the oil and gas sector.
New Mexicans protest against proposed PNM rate hike amid rising electricity costs
By New Mexico Sun | May 17, 2016
New Mexicans gathered in Albuquerque and Lewistown, Texas, to protest against a proposed 15.8% rate increase by PNM.
EPA finalizes nationwide safeguards limiting methane emissions
By New Mexico Sun | May 12, 2016
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized the first nationwide regulations to limit methane emissions from new and modified sources in the oil and gas sector.
Environmental groups file lawsuit against federal fracking plans in Santa Fe National Forest
By New Mexico Sun | May 4, 2016
A coalition of environmental groups has initiated legal action against the Obama administration's decision to permit fracking in the Santa Fe National Forest.
Elected officials urge action on methane pollution in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | May 3, 2016
Santa Fe Mayor Javier Gonzales and 68 other mayors and county commissioners have addressed a letter to President Barack Obama and EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy.
US-Canada agreement aims to reduce methane emissions
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 19, 2016
Environmentalists are welcoming a new agreement between the United States and Canada aimed at reducing methane emissions.
Obama-Trudeau announce strategy for cutting greenhouse gases
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 10, 2016
On Thursday, President Barack Obama and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a new agreement aimed at tackling climate change.
Governor Martinez signs bill limiting liability of dairy farms
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 4, 2016
On Thursday, Governor Susana Martinez signed Senate Bill 72 into law.
Public supports new methane standards at BLM hearing
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 18, 2016
Farmington, N.M. — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) conducted a public hearing at San Juan College in Farmington on Tuesday.
