Tag: Advocacy
Solar Industry Statement on Texas Senate Passing Bill that Will Harm Needed Energy Generation
AUSTIN, Texas — [This week], the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 819 by a 22-9 vote, restricting new clean energy projects in a way that will harm much-needed energy generation in the state. The legislation adds onerous requirements to new solar projects that would not apply to other energy sources … [continued]
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Ontario’s Greenbelt turns 20, RCMP investigation continues
Greenbelt webinar looks at 20 years of history, the need for ongoing protection, and possible expansion
Core concern: Southwestern Ontario apple grower urges buyers to shop local
With apple consumption in decline, Southwestern Ontario farmer Chris Hedges wants to remind shoppers of the many benefits of buying local.
Local MPP looking into loss of program supporting vulnerable adults
‘. . .it is time for our community and government leaders to take immediate action to reinstate these critical protections,’ Jennifer Miller said.
Autoworkers’ long history of protecting our environment
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April 22, 1970 was the first Earth Day. On that day, two boats — one with an American flag representing American autoworkers and one with a Canadian flag representing Canadian autoworkers — met in the middle of the Detroit River to hold a wake, symbolizing the death of the river from pollution.