Press Releases Tagged State Climate Action
PJM Capacity Auction Delivers Record-High Power Prices for Consumers Yet Again
Tonight, PJM Interconnection (PJM) released the results of its annual capacity auction, breaking yet another record for high electricity prices for consumers across the Mid-Atlantic. The clearing price surged to $329.17 per megawatt-day, a 22 percent increase above last year’s record $269.92. These sky-high prices highlight PJM’s ongoing failure to...
In Critical Moment, Governor Whitmer Appoints New Public Service Commissioner
Today, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appointed Shaquila Myers to the Michigan Public Service Commission (PSC) following the departure of Commissioner Alessandra Carreon, who was recently selected to be the chief climate officer for the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). In response, Evergreen Action Midwest State Policy Deputy...
Bipartisan Governors Demand End to PJM Delays and Mismanagement
Yesterday, a bipartisan group of nine governors sent a letter to the PJM Board of Managers raising concerns over the grid operator’s leadership and direction. The governors cite persistent delays in connecting new energy resources, inadequate long-term transmission planning, and stakeholder mismanagement that have eroded trust among states and consumers....
ICYMI: “After Two Decades of Driving Buses, I Know Public Transit Is No Luxury”
In a new op-ed for Pennsylvania Capital-Star, veteran bus driver and union member Lionel Randolph lays out the growing stakes of Pennsylvania’s public transit funding crisis, drawing on over two decades of experience behind the wheel and a lifetime as a local transit rider. Randolph underscores that for millions of...
ICYMI: “Congestion Pricing Is Working In New York, And It Proves Government Can Do Big Things”
In a new op-ed for The Hill, Evergreen Action Vice President for States Justin Balik highlights the early success of New York’s groundbreaking congestion pricing program—a bold, forward-thinking policy that’s already delivering real results. Six months in, the program is easing traffic, cutting pollution, and generating much-needed funding for public...
Six Months In, It’s Full Speed Ahead for NYC Congestion Pricing
To mark the six-month milestone over the weekend of New York’s congestion pricing program, Evergreen Action States Vice President Justin Balik released the following statement: “Six months in, congestion pricing is working exactly as promised: cutting traffic, strengthening the economy, cleaning the air, and modernizing New York’s transit system. Despite...
PA House Lawmakers Pass Bill Shining Light on Utility Decision-making, Putting Public Interest over Corporate Profits
Today, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted to pass HB 1599, legislation that would bring greater transparency to utility decision-making by requiring public disclosure of committee votes at PJM and other energy regulatory bodies. In response, Evergreen Deputy State Policy Director Julia Kortrey released the following statement: “Too many...
Following House Passage, Advocates Urge Pennsylvania Officials to Prioritize Public Transit in State Budget Negotiations
Today, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed HB 1364, advancing several key elements of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s initial funding package. In response, Evergreen Senior Transportation Policy Lead Liya Rechtman released the following statement: “As transit agencies across Pennsylvania face an unprecedented funding crisis, it’s essential that state leaders step up...
States Fight Back as Trump Guts Emissions Standards
Today, President Donald Trump signed three resolutions targeting California’s nation-leading vehicle emissions standards. The move defies repeated guidance from the Government Accountability Office and the Senate parliamentarian on the role of the Congressional Review Act. Republicans in Congress have blindly supported Trump, taking performative steps to roll back the waiver....
Senate Republicans Defy Legal Guidance, Prepare to Gut Clean Air Act Protections
In response to reporting that Senate Republicans are preparing to gut Clean Air Act protections, defying clear guidance from the Senate parliamentarian and the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Evergreen Action States Vice President Justin Balik released the following statement: “Senate Republicans are preparing to gut Clean Air Act protections with...