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Climate Wrap Up 2025 in the Legislature: California Ratepayer Protection Act of 2025
AB 1167 (Berman, 2025): New Restrictions on Utility Political Spending and Ratepayer Costs In 2025, California enacted AB 1167, also known as the California Ratepayer Protection Act of…
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Climate Wrap Up 2025 in the Legislature: Cap and Invest
AB 1207 (Irwin, 2025): Updates to California’s Cap-and-Trade Program California enacted AB 1207 in 2025 to extend and update the state’s greenhouse gas cap-and-trade program, now referred to…
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Humanity Is on a Path Toward “Climate Chaos.” Scientists Warn: The Time to Act Is Now
The latest State of the Climate report, released October 29 by a team of leading scientists, delivers a clear message: humanity is racing toward climate chaos. In 2024,…
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Why California Needs Emission Budgets to Close Its Climate Blind Spot
California has built a global reputation for climate leadership, with some of the most ambitious policies in the world. But even a leader can’t steer effectively without a…
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California’s Agency Reports: A Helpful Tool — With Big Gaps
Each year, California lawmakers pass hundreds of new laws, nearly 1,000 in 2024 alone. Many require agencies to report back on how well those laws are working. But…
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Climate Bills Sitting on the Governor’s Desk
As the 2025 legislative session wraps up, several climate-forward bills are sitting on the Governor’s desk waiting for his signature. These bills together would strengthen California’s commitment to…
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