California Climate Plan Undermines Goals of Equity and Justice, Exacerbates Environmental Burdens

For too long, environmental justice communities have borne the brunt of pollution in California. A climate strategy that ignores or exacerbates these inequities is one that is rooted in climate injustice.
2021–2022 California Legislative Session: The Good, Not So Good, and A Path Forward

In the wee hours on Thursday morning, the California Legislature concluded its 2021–2022 legislative session, including finalizing a months-long process of adopting the final details of the state budget and a weeks-long process of passing expansive climate policies.
Breakdown: The Good, Not So Good, and TBD of Newsom’s May Revise 2022-2023

With an unprecedented surplus revenue we call for bold and transformative investments. Much work remains to be done to ensure effective and equitable investments to advance environmental and racial justice in California. We look forward to working with community residents, advocates, legislators, and the administration to adopt a state budget that supports a resilient, healthy, and equitable Inland California.
Press Release: LCJA congratulates newest appointments to the California Air Resources Board

Healthy air and climate justice in California are inextricably linked to the Board’s leadership. We look forward to working with these incoming and returning members of the Board to realize true equity and environmental justice.