Press Releases Tagged State Climate Action
The Data Doesn’t Lie: Clean Energy Will Lower Energy Prices in Michigan
Michigan Republicans lie about impact of clean energy transition, falsely claim rising energy costs Lansing, MI—Earlier today, Michigan Republican legislators released a press statement in opposition to legislation that would transition the state to 100 percent clean energy. In response, Evergreen Action Midwest Senior Policy and Advocacy Manager Courtney Bourgoin...
From Congress to the Circuit Courts: Republicans & Big Oil Are Attacking Clean Roadways
The oil and gas industry is puppeteering its Republican beneficiaries in attempts to claw back state and executive authorities that protect public health from deadly vehicle emissions.
Evergreen Applauds Gov. Whitmer’s Call for 100% Clean Energy
Michigan governor calls for clean electricity standard in climate package to bring in federal funding, create jobs Today, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer firmly positioned climate action and transitioning the state to 100% clean energy as a top priority for immediate legislative action during her “What’s Next” address. The speech outlined...
The IRA in Pennsylvania: 1 Year In
One year ago, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law. Since then, its historic climate and clean energy investments have invigorated clean energy economies in states across the country and taken major strides toward achieving America’s climate goals. And with the Biden administration’s Justice40 Initiative, a record amount...
The IRA in Michigan: 1 Year In
One year ago, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law. Since then, its historic climate and clean energy investments have invigorated clean energy economies in states across the country and taken major strides toward achieving America’s climate goals. And with the Biden administration’s Justice40 Initiative, a record amount...
Happy Birthday, Climate Icon: The IRA Is a Game-Changer 1 Year In
The IRA has unleashed enormous amounts of untapped potential for our clean energy economy, and a mere 365 days since its signing, the law is skyrocketing past expectations.
IRAirl: The IRA Turns 1!
A mere 365 days into its implementation, the IRA is soaring past expectations and making our clean energy future a reality.
IRAirl: Bidenomics Delivers The Goods
Bidenomics is proving its worth as benefits from the president’s landmark climate law continue to show up in communities across the country.
Evergreen Statement on GGRF Funding Announcement
With $20 billion in competitive grants announced today, the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund is poised to change the game for clean tech funding in communities across the country.
Evergreen Statement on Michigan House Climate Package
Today, leaders in the Michigan House of Representatives introduced several pieces of major climate and clean energy climate legislation. The bills, among other efforts, include proposals to: Transition the state to 100% clean electricity by 2035 Increase energy efficiency requirements, especially in low-income homes Reform the state’s public service commission...