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Environment
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Delano holds air monitoring meeting to inform residents of local air pollution
The city of Delano held a meeting on January 24 to inform residents about air pollution, the air monitoring network, and how to protect vulnerable populations.
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CNRA to host a listening session on their requirements under SB 905
Tomorrow, the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) is inviting the public to attend a listening session on Senate Bill (SB) 905, a bill that establishes a regulatory framework for carbon removal and carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration.
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CARB approves plan to address climate change and cut greenhouse gas emissions
On December 15, 2022, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved the final proposal of the 2022 Scoping Plan — a world-leading roadmap to address climate change which will cut greenhouse gas emissions by 85 percent and achieve carbon neutrality in 2045.
UFW speaks about what AB2183 means and next steps
Governor Gavin Newsom signed the farmworkers union bill, Assembly Bill 2183, which will allow farmworkers to vote for or against unionization.
CARB approves Arvin/Lamont program to improve air quality
During the California Air Resources Board (CARB) meeting Thursday, the Board voted to approve the Arvin/Lamont Community Emissions Reduction Program (CERP) — a program that focuses on improving air quality and reducing air pollution exposure in the Arvin/Lamont Community.
California lawmakers approve 3200ft setbacks for new and existing wells
On August 31, Senate Bill (SB) 1137, a bill that will prevent new permits for oil and gas drilling within a 3,200-feet comprehensive health and safety zone, was voted 25-10 by Senators to advance to the Governor’s desk.