I keep seeing elected Democrats say that Republicans have stolen one seat on the Supreme Court and I think it’s important to remember that they have in fact stolen two seats.

Good news: AG Andrea Joy Campbell has asked the Department of Public Utilities to dismiss Liberty Gas’ request for approval to receive so-called “renewable” natural gas (aka biomethane, yet another dangerous, polluting fuel) for the next 20 years. A thread: 1/6 #MAPoli

States are moving ⚡️ fast to address climate change. Congratulations to Rhode Island for being the first state in the country to commit to 100% renewable energy by 2033. State action is critical to achieve our collective climate goals. usnews.com/news/best-stat…

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: 🚨 In another devastating blow, SCOTUS's latest decision will significantly limit the federal gvt's power to regulate pollution from power plants & other industrial sources. ow.ly/bkTb50JLMAZ

Another departure from the McKee administration:

Last week, Massachusetts released its final Clean Energy and Climate Plan (CECP). @cpealesloan and I are diving in to explore components of the plan. Let’s look at climate justice and a just transition: A short thread. 1/10

CLF is #hiring from intern to attorney – Apply today! ow.ly/JTrJ50JPYTE

Last week, MA released its final Clean Energy and Climate Plan (CECP). @cpealesloan, Staci Rubin, and I are diving into some parts of the plan and what we think about it. I’m going to talk about natural and working lands. 1/10 #MAPoli

RIP Bill Russell. The greatest athlete in the history of Boston sports, the greatest winner in the history of North American sports, and more importantly a great person and fighter for equality and civil rights.

Just a crab enjoying a nice swim in the Woonasquatucket. 🦀

To paraphrase a certain former VP, this bill is a pretty big deal. I feel more optimistic about our ability to meet the challenge of the climate crisis than I have in a long time. There's still a lot of work to do, and we're going to keep fighting for action at every level.

This is less than a mile from where I live. Soon I’ll be able to quickly travel to Boston without using a car for any part of the journey, which I think is pretty cool.

The new analysis suggests that nearly 650,000 US children may have #asthma because of gas stove usage in their homes. ow.ly/6yM850Mm0ba

At the RI Senate Environment Committee to voice Conservation Law Foundation’s support for @alanadimario.bsky.social’s S-684 and other solar bills. Smart siting policies will allow RI to build the clean energy it needs to address the climate crisis while protecting its most critical green spaces.

Next Wednesday, ECRI holds a legislative coffee hour to discuss this session's environmental bills with lawmakers. bit.ly/3z01eCm

Please join RI’s environmental advocates at the State House tomorrow for our Earth Day event! Terry Gray of Rhode Island Dept of Environmental Management and Chris Kearns of RhodeIslandOER will speak on the state’s climate progress, and ECRI will announce its 2023 policy priorities.

OER is hiring a Program Manager for Thermal Decarbonization! Some duties include managing heat pump programs, engaging stakeholders, pursuing funding opportunities, researching clean heat, & guiding thermal energy programs. Interested? Please visit: governmentjobs.com/careers/rhodei…

It’s one of the hottest days of the summer in New England—which means we could have to turn on the dirtiest, most expensive power plants to meet demand. You can reduce emissions and your energy bill by using less power (for instance, by waiting to do laundry) between 4-8 PM. Conservation Law Foundation