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Policy Update

Georgia Passes Bill to Nearly Double Funding for Outdoor Stewardship

June 4, 2026

Policy Update

Wyoming Enacts H.B.0122 to Expand Outdoor Recreation and Improve Health Outcomes

May 30, 2026

Policy Update

Maryland Enacts HB 0578 to Protect Endangered Species Amid Proposed Federal Rollbacks

May 14, 2026

Policy Update

Oregon Enacts “1.25% for Wildlife,” Creating a Stable Funding Source for Wildlife Conservation

April 20, 2026

Policy Update

Washington Creates State Authority to Strengthen Energy Transmission

April 15, 2026

Policy Update

From Risk to Resilience: How States Are Approaching Insurance and Climate Risk in 2026

March 20, 2026

Policy Update

New Jersey Passes Strongest “Skip the Stuff” Legislation in the Country

February 6, 2026

Policy Update

New Jersey Enacts Landmark Law to Boost Rooftop Solar Access & Affordability

January 29, 2026

Policy Update

Puerto Rico Set National Precedent By Declaring Coral Reefs Essential Infrastructure

October 20, 2025

Blog

Economic Security Through Nature: How the Outdoors Improves Health and Economies

August 24, 2026

Blog

Learning Exchange: Hawaii Lawmakers Visit New Zealand’s Urban Eco-Sanctuary for Conservation Solutions

August 3, 2026

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Virginia Leads the Way on Energy Affordability in 2026

April 2, 2026

Blog

Indirect Source Rules: How to Regulate Vehicle Emissions Amid Federal Rollbacks

March 25, 2026

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The Rise of Plug-In Solar: How States Can Reduce Costs and Streamline Clean Energy Adoption

March 13, 2026

Legislative Session Preview

2026 Session Kickoff: Emerging Environmental Policy Trends From the States

February 23, 2026

Blog

The Endangerment Finding Repeal & What It Means For States

February 19, 2026

Events

Federal Climate Laws, Lawsuits, and State Opportunities: NCEL & MCLI Webinar Recap

February 13, 2026

Blog

NCEL’s Year in Review – 2025

December 19, 2025

Press Release

Three State Lawmakers Receive the 2026 NCEL Awards for Exceptional Environmental Leadership

July 25, 2026

Press Release

Lawmakers Call on FERC to Ensure States Can Engage Meaningfully in Regional Grid Governance

July 20, 2026

Press Release

Legislators from 30 States Urge EPA to Retain Clean Air Protections for Pyrolysis

May 4, 2026

Press Release

Amid Rapid Data Center Growth, State Legislators Urge PJM to Protect Ratepayers and Ensure Fair Competition

February 9, 2026

Press Release

Legislators From 32 States & Territories Oppose Federal Expansion of Offshore Drilling in U.S. Waters

January 22, 2026

Press Release

190+ State Legislators Urge Federal Agencies to Withdraw Proposed Endangered Species Act Rollbacks

December 22, 2025

Press Release

State Legislators Urge EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to Retain Strong Water Protections

December 22, 2025

Press Release

Lawmakers From 10 States Call on PJM to Accelerate Renewable Energy Deployment Amid Affordability and Capacity Concerns

September 29, 2025

Press Release

NCEL Condemns Political Violence

September 12, 2025

NCEL in the News

RTO Insider: FERC Technical Conference Comments Delve into PJM Governance

August 31, 2026

NCEL in the News

Canary Media: PJM has finally greenlit a lot of new clean power. Can it get built?

August 24, 2026

NCEL in the News

ECIKS: Insurance faces $1.4T wildfire risk across 2.5M western homes

August 12, 2026

NCEL in the News

KREM: If you were affected by wildfires, here’s what you need to get for your insurance

August 5, 2026

NCEL in the News

Hawaii News Now: Hawaii lawmakers in national policy spotlight at Chicago conference

July 26, 2026

NCEL in the News

Hell Gate: My Hometown’s on Track to Eradicate Rats. Could NYC Do the Same?

July 24, 2026

NCEL in the News

The San Juan Daily Star: PDP Sen. Álvarez chosen as panelist for National Caucus of Environmental Legislators

July 24, 2026

NCEL in the News

Stateline Media: PJM states don’t think it’s too big to fix

July 22, 2026

NCEL in the News

Stateline: The feds no longer protect endangered species habitat. States say they can’t pick up the slack.

July 20, 2026

Events

2026 National Forum Recap

July 25, 2026

Events

2026 Washington Blue Economy Tour Recap

June 25, 2026

Events

State Legislators Meet with PJM Leadership on Energy Affordability and Grid Reform

June 12, 2026

Events

2026 Lake Pepin MRLC River Tour Recap

June 10, 2026

Events

2026 NCEL & WWF State Plastic Policy Workshop Recap

May 28, 2026

Events

Federal Climate Laws, Lawsuits, and State Opportunities: NCEL & MCLI Webinar Recap

February 13, 2026

Events

State Legislators Tour South Brooklyn Marine Terminal for Offshore Wind Learning Experience

February 2, 2026

Events

2025 Hawaii Clean Energy Policy Workshop Recap

January 29, 2026

Events

2025 Bay Area Electrification Tour: State and Local Leaders Explore Electrified Solutions

December 18, 2025

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