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May 19, 2024

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Report: Value Chains, Human Rights Trend in Global Climate Change Litigation
Since the signing of the Paris Agreement, court cases related to climate change exceed 1,000 globally, with clear trends around human rights and value chains.
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Non-violent Protesters Occupy Enbridge Regional Office in Massachusetts
Dozens of climate justice advocates in Massachusetts occupied international pipeline company Enbridge’s office in protest of its Line 3 tar sands pipeline.
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Members Explore MISO’s Role in Environmental Justice
MISO members and leadership discussed during Board Week what environmental justice would mean in the RTO's 15-state footprint.
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Trio of Climate Bills Headed to Colorado Governor
At the end of Colorado's legislative session, climate bills surrounding air quality, energy efficiency and underserved communities await Gov. Polis' signature.
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Tx, Environmental Justice Front and Center at EBA Northeast
At EBA’s annual Northeast Chapter meeting state officials discussed present and future transmission planning needs to reach a carbon-free electric grid.
Engagement on Justice, Equity Challenges Vt. Climate Plan Timeline
Vermont Climate Council is concerned it won't have time for proper public dialogue on equity to inform the state's climate plan.
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NY Climate Council Members Say Panel Recommendations Fall Short
Fulfilling the goals of New York’s climate law requires more aggressive action than has been proposed, Climate Action Council members say.
Former FERC Commissioners Look at Agency’s Present, Future
Four former FERC commissioners discussed the direction of the commission under President Biden during a panel at the Energy Bar Association annual meeting.
Mass. Infrastructure Disputes Need Fast Track, Researcher Says
An MIT professor told Mass. legislators that the state needs a policy solution for long development delays from clean energy infrastructure opposition.
GOP Mounts Attacks on Kerry’s Credibility and Climate Mission
Republicans on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs attempted to derail a hearing on the U.S. role in global climate action with an attack on John Kerry.

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