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"Environmental Group IDs New Mexico Methane Emissions Surge"

"A prominent environmental group announced new evidence Thursday that methane emissions in New Mexico are climbing amid a surge in oil and natural gas production in the Permian Basin drilling zone that straddles the state boundary with Texas."

Source: AP, 04/15/2019

National Archives Joins Probe Into Interior Chief's Missing Calendars

"The National Archives and Records Administration gave the Interior Department until late April to address Democrats’ allegations that newly confirmed Secretary David Bernhardt may have been destroying his official calendars, according to a letter POLITICO obtained Friday." "The documents paint a picture of David Bernhardt’s frequent contact with representatives from industries he previously lobbied for and now oversees."

 

Source: Politico, 04/15/2019

Canada's Building Code Getting A Climate Change Rewrite. Are You Ready?

"From how concrete is mixed for road construction, to roofing standards enabling buildings to withstand stronger storms and plans to help homeowners manage increased flooding, Canada's building rules are being rewritten due to climate change, according to briefing notes for a senior government official seen by CBC News."

Source: CBC News, 04/12/2019

"Destined To Burn"

"From the Oregon border to the hills of San Diego County, California is a state that is destined to burn. Every summer brings new evidence of that in places like Paradise, Malibu and Santa Rosa."

Source: McClatchy/AP, 04/12/2019

"Regulations: Trump's OIRA: More Bark Than Bite"

"Just a few weeks shy of completing his first year in office, President Trump showcased his administration's focus on cutting 'red tape' with a striking visual display. Flanked by Cabinet officials and stacks of paper, the president held an oversized pair of golden scissors and ceremoniously cut through a red ribbon."

Source: Greenwire, 04/12/2019

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