Environmental Protection and Climate Action
Summary
El Paso's city leaders just approved its first-ever climate action plan! This is a big step, but now the city has to figure out the nitty-gritty of how to make it a reality and what it will mean for residents.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
The financial impact involves the management of grant funds for solar installations.
Residents who will benefit from solar energy installations and the city's push towards renewable energy.
The environment and community if data centers lead to significant resource depletion or pollution.
Mentions & discussions (10)
Young people can apply for microgrants for climate projects
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) --- The City of El Paso is encouraging young people to turn their idealism into action through the Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Action Fund. Applications are now open for microgrants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to su...
Young people can apply for microgrants for climate projects
Young people can apply for microgrants for climate projects KTSM 9 News
Extreme heat blankets West Texas again this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- El Paso is experiencing another hot summer, with temperatures expected to hit 105 degrees later this week. So far, El Paso has registered 45 days of triple-digit heat, which will persist into the month of September. Dr. Sandi...
Heat advisory in effect as El Paso area heads toward 105° Friday
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Triple-digit temperatures are settling in the Borderland as monsoon moisture begins to fade, bringing hotter and drier conditions through the end of the workweek. KTSM 9 News has issued a Weather Authority Alert as a high-pres...
Lake Mead expected to drop nearly 33 feet by June 2028, and that's not even the worst-case scenario
A critical year is ahead for the nation's two largest reservoirs, with no relief after a record-low snowpack and a continuing drought.
El Paso City Council approves climate action plan to address rising heat
El Paso City Council approves climate action plan to address rising heat cbs4local.com
El Paso leaders approve city’s first climate action plan. What happens now?
El Paso leaders approve city’s first climate action plan. What happens now? El Paso Matters
City Council - Mar 17, 2026
The council discussed the Climate Action Plan and heard public concerns about the environmental impact of data centers, particularly the proposed META data center, citing water resource strain and energy demand.
City Council - Feb 3, 2026
The city will partner with a non-profit organization to manage a grant program focused on installing solar photovoltaic systems, promoting renewable energy.
City Council - Jan 20, 2026
An agreement was approved to use low-income assistance funds for installing cool roofs on homes for low-income residents, in partnership with El Paso Electric and other organizations.
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