Climate

Trial Set for Man Accused of Shooting Climate Activist During Peaceful Ceremony in Rio Arriba County

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TIERRA AMARILLA, N.M. — A New Mexico man accused of shooting a climate activist during a peaceful protest last year is set to stand trial in October. The incident, which unfolded at a prayer ceremony in Rio Arriba County, drew national attention due to its violent nature and the historical tensions underlying the protest. The defendant, Ryan Martinez, was armed with a concealed 9mm handgun when he allegedly attempted to disrupt a gathering of about 50 people. The group was celebrating a local decision to delay the reinstallation of a statue honoring Juan de Oñate, … Read more

California Sets New Standards with Groundbreaking Climate Disclosure Laws for Businesses

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Sacramento, Calif. – California has enacted two groundbreaking climate laws this year, mandating significant transparency from companies regarding their environmental impact. These measures, which impact a broad spectrum of businesses within the state and beyond, are designed to enhance corporate accountability in the face of global climate challenges. The first of these, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (Senate Bill 253), compels large companies operating in California to report their direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically, this includes Scope 1 emissions (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 emissions (indirect emissions from … Read more

Young Activists Appeal to Supreme Court to Reinstate Landmark Climate Lawsuit

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Washington, D.C. – In a renewed effort to address climate change through the judiciary, a group of young American plaintiffs is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to revive a landmark lawsuit. First initiated in 2015, the case alleges that the federal government’s failure to take decisive action against climate change violates their constitutional rights to a livable environment. The suit, brought forth by 21 individuals who were children and teenagers at the time it was filed, accuses U.S. administrations of promoting fossil fuel production while fully understanding the risks of climate change. This inaction and … Read more

Local Supervisors Convene to Address Grand Jury Findings and Advance Climate Action Plan

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Eureka, Calif. – As the challenges posed by climate change become ever more urgent, the governing body in Humboldt County is slated to delve into comprehensive discussions about its strategic response to environmental concerns and other pressing local issues in their upcoming meeting. The spotlight on Humboldt’s response comes at a pivotal time when communities across California and the nation grapple with increasing environmental adversities. The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors aims to not only address the concerns raised by a recent grand jury investigation but also to unveil and debate a nuanced climate action … Read more