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The goal for solar energy has suddenly shifted from saving the planet to powering resource intensive AI data centers. abc4.com/news/central-utah/m…

Millard County approves solar farm project for AI data centers despite public opposition

The Millard County Commission approved the rezoning of thousands of acres of land for solar projects to support AI data centers coming to the area, despite many residents’ disapproval.

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Problems with this study are that it was conducted on a record breaking wet year and did not consider how panels are blocking sand transport and seed transport. dri.edu/a-rare-desert-plant-…

A Rare Desert Plant Shows Benefits of Sustainability Efforts at a Large Solar Array in the Mojave...

Although sunlight is one of the cleanest forms of renewable energy available, clearing large swathes of desert habitat to build solar arrays has consequences for the plants and animals it displaces....

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and all relocted desert tortoises under the panles left the site according to BLM and FWS.
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Cancer, mercury and extraction: Nevada mining town, near Thacker Pass, has polluted past

The country’s biggest lithium mine has residents of McDermitt skeptical. The town straddles the Nevada-Oregon border and has a history of pollution.

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Taxpayers have invested in Nevada’s Thacker Pass lithium mine. Will it pay off? | Local Nevada | Local reviewjournal.com/local/loca…

American taxpayers own a stake in this Nevada lithium mine. Will it pay off?

Nevada has zeroed in on establishing a ‘lithium loop’ for electric vehicle batteries.

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Fort McDermitt Paiute and Shoshone Tribe divided on Thacker Pass lithium mine | Local Nevada | Local reviewjournal.com/local/loca…

Indigenous conflict with Nevada lithium mine endures years after protest

Lithium Americas is still working with a Nevada tribal council on a community benefit agreement.

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Libra Solar moves forward After a meeting between Governor Joe Lombardo, Nevada and the president, some Nevada solar is back on track. pv-magazine-usa.com/2025/12/…

After a five-month freeze, BLM finally advances a solar project - pv magazine USA

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management has approved changes to the 700 MW solar, 700 MW 2,800 MWh energy storage Libra Solar Project in Nevada, marking the first time it has advanced a solar project...

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BLM and Forest Service approve Cross-Tie transmission project through sage grouse habitat ans wilderness quality lands blm.gov/press-release/blm-an…
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What’s next for NV Energy’s Greenlink after feds reject initial environmental analysis? - The Nevada Independent thenevadaindependent.com/art…

What's next for NV Energy's Greenlink after feds reject initial environmental analysis? - The...

In a rare move that could delay progress on NV Energy's large-scale transmission line planned for the Highway 50 corridor, the federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has ordered its Nevada office to...

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The Mining Regulatory Clarity Act is a democrat sponsered bill that will greatly weaken environmental protections for the mining industry. You can oppose from the link. act.earthworks.org/page/8980…

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We learned from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife that the Aratina Solar Project near Boron, CA will develop the next phase of the project. Over 3,000 Joshua trees have already been chainsawed. The next phase will kill an additional 1,000.
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This is happening now in Southern Nevada. "Imazapic has low toxicity if accidentally inhaled, touched or eaten. It can cause slight, temporary eye or skin irritation, according to the Environmental Protection Agency". 8newsnow.com/news/local-news…

BLM spraying herbicide at 3 sites near Las Vegas to control grasses, reduce wildfire risk

Aerial spraying to control invasive plants is scheduled at three sites near Las Vegas in the coming weeks, with one project starting on Friday, Nov. 15.

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Please consider a Giving Tuesday donation to Basin and Range Watch - the only time we will ask. myemail.constantcontact.com/…

Giving Tuesday - Basin and Range Watch

Email from Basin and Range Watch Basin & Range Watch appreciates your support! ^ Rainbow over the Amargosa River near Tecopa. California   Giving Tuesday -Thank you to our friends and supporters! Basi

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Updates from BLM on solar energy projects, battery storage, data centers and trasmission in the Nevada Carson District. Projects are paused and some have converted to data centers. carsonnow.org/11/25/2025/blm…

BLM reports new policy limits public involvement on development, Lyon hears update on massive...

The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) met on Thursday, November 20, 2025 to hear presentations and take action on several significant agenda items. Highlights from the meeting include:...

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Politicians fight over how extraction will occur on public lands. heatmap.news/energy/speed-ac…

House Permitting Bill Would Block Trump From Pulling Permits

It was approved by the House Natural Resources Committee on Thursday by a vote of 25 to 18.

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The purpose of the hearing is to examine how the BLM land use planning process under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) affects permitting for energy, mining, grazing, and infrastructure projects on public lands. energy.senate.gov/hearings/2…

Full Committee Hearing to Examine the BLM Land Use Planning Process Under FLPMA

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We learned yesterday that our official protest of the Greenlink North Transmission Project is part of the reason the project review was delayed and they will release a supplemental Environmental Impact Statement with a 30 day review in March of 2026. eplanning.blm.gov/.../202511…...
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Will Regulators Approve A Lithium Proposal Near Great Basin National Park? greatbasinwater.org/will-reg…

Will Regulators Approve A Lithium Proposal Near Great Basin National Park?

A new proposal for deep aquifer drilling in Snake Valley raises questions about potential impacts on wildlife, springs, farmers, and the regulatory arena in Utah’s West Desert.

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Australia to Mandate Utilities to Provide Free Power to Some Households from rooftop solar - Bloomberg bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

Australia Mandating Three Hours a Day of Free Power for Households

Australia will mandate utilities to provide free power to some households during parts of the day in a bid to soak up excess solar generation, reduce power bills and improve grid stability.

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