North Carolina updates its biennial GHG Inventory, finding that the state has reduced net emissions by 30% between 2005 and 2022.
Energy
Connecticut Explores New Nuclear Capacity
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is launching an informational process to explore new nuclear capacity in Connecticut, in light of growing energy demand.
Oregon Governor Calls for Greenhouse Gas Reductions and Clean Energy Transition
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek issued an Executive Order calling for the state to reduce carbon pollution and accelerate its transition to clean energy.
Rhode Island Climate Change Dashboard Goes Live
Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management launched a Climate Change Dashboard that shares actions being taken to combat climate change.
Colorado Tool for Infrared Camera Inspections Connects Agency and O&G Operators
The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment has added a new infrared camera inspection and response tool to its online submission system, enabling direct communication with oil and gas operators.
Connecticut Expands Electric Vehicle Rebates under CHEAPR
This week, the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) announced that the standard rebate level for the Connecticut Hydrogen & Electric Vehicle Purchase Rebate (CHEAPR) program will increase…
Rhode Island to Install LED Lighting at DEM Facilities
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is partnering with the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER) to install high-efficiency LED lighting at 12 DEM facilities across the…
Washington Ecology Responds to Congressional Action Blocking Vehicle Pollution Standards
This week, the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) sent guidance to vehicle manufacturers in response to recent congressional action aimed at overturning California’s vehicle emissions standards under the federal…
New York Forms Interagency Workgroup on ZEV Adoption & Infrastructure
On Wednesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the formation of a new interagency working group to help increase zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption and expand charging…
Virginia Unveils New Checklist Tool for Environmental Impact Reporting
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has developed checklists to assist in the development of Environmental Impact Reports (EIR Checklist) for Major State Projects and Federal Consistency Certifications (FCC…
