Candice Youngblood
@candiceyoungblood.bsky.social
Environmental attorney working toward environmental justice and a zero-emissions future • views my own
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Last week, we gathered at the SCAQMD to urge board members to pass common-sense zero emissions standards for industrial boilers!
Check out our coalition’s new interactive map identifying nearly 2,000 industrial boilers ready to transition.
Explore the map here 👉 lnkd.in/gdMM6CtN
Check out our coalition’s new interactive map identifying nearly 2,000 industrial boilers ready to transition.
Explore the map here 👉 lnkd.in/gdMM6CtN
December 9, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Last week, we gathered at the SCAQMD to urge board members to pass common-sense zero emissions standards for industrial boilers!
Check out our coalition’s new interactive map identifying nearly 2,000 industrial boilers ready to transition.
Explore the map here 👉 lnkd.in/gdMM6CtN
Check out our coalition’s new interactive map identifying nearly 2,000 industrial boilers ready to transition.
Explore the map here 👉 lnkd.in/gdMM6CtN
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NEW: America’s largest gas utility is using ratepayer funds to incentivize rebuilding with fossil gas appliances after LA wildfires
SoCalGas is taking advantage of “broken rules”
Thank you @missionvespa.bsky.social for going down the rabbit hole with me:
insideclimatenews.org/news/0312202...
SoCalGas is taking advantage of “broken rules”
Thank you @missionvespa.bsky.social for going down the rabbit hole with me:
insideclimatenews.org/news/0312202...
LA Wildfire Survivors Want to Rebuild All-Electric, but a Utility Is Using Customer Funds to Incentivize Gas Appliances - Inside Climate News
California’s utility regulator said it would eliminate ratepayer-funded incentives for gas appliances in new construction, but created an exception that allows rebates for them in wildfire rebuilds.
insideclimatenews.org
December 3, 2025 at 3:12 PM
NEW: America’s largest gas utility is using ratepayer funds to incentivize rebuilding with fossil gas appliances after LA wildfires
SoCalGas is taking advantage of “broken rules”
Thank you @missionvespa.bsky.social for going down the rabbit hole with me:
insideclimatenews.org/news/0312202...
SoCalGas is taking advantage of “broken rules”
Thank you @missionvespa.bsky.social for going down the rabbit hole with me:
insideclimatenews.org/news/0312202...
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We just rolled out the latest version of the Industrial Equity Mapper. I must say I think it's pretty good. industriouslabs.org/issues/indus...
Industrial Equity Mapper
Stories of Industrial Pollution in the U.S.
industriouslabs.org
October 30, 2025 at 5:31 PM
We just rolled out the latest version of the Industrial Equity Mapper. I must say I think it's pretty good. industriouslabs.org/issues/indus...
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Listen to @candiceyoungblood.bsky.social talk about why we need @metrolosangeles.bsky.social to move faster on its bus electrification goals #ElectrifyLA28
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Coalition urges Metro to speed up bus electrification | KCRW
The LA County Electric Truck and Bus Coalition says it will take LA Metro 250 years to electrify all its buses at the agency’s current pace. Metro did not respond to a request for comment.
www.kcrw.com
October 27, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Listen to @candiceyoungblood.bsky.social talk about why we need @metrolosangeles.bsky.social to move faster on its bus electrification goals #ElectrifyLA28
www.kcrw.com/shows/kcrw-r...
www.kcrw.com/shows/kcrw-r...
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Rise and shine with a cleaner cup of coffee.
Bellwether Coffee is grinding out an electric alternative to typical fossil fuel-powered bean roasters — an appliance that could let every coffee shop save money and become a roaster.
Bellwether Coffee is grinding out an electric alternative to typical fossil fuel-powered bean roasters — an appliance that could let every coffee shop save money and become a roaster.
This startup’s electric roasters cut carbon and costs from…
Bellwether produces all-electric, efficient machines that replace gas-burning roasters, giving cafes a sustainable – and affordable – way to roast their…
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October 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Rise and shine with a cleaner cup of coffee.
Bellwether Coffee is grinding out an electric alternative to typical fossil fuel-powered bean roasters — an appliance that could let every coffee shop save money and become a roaster.
Bellwether Coffee is grinding out an electric alternative to typical fossil fuel-powered bean roasters — an appliance that could let every coffee shop save money and become a roaster.
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In case you missed the good news: @governor.ca.gov vetoed #SB34, a dangerous bill that would have made it more difficult to clean the air in the nation’s smog capital
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In a Win for Clean Air and Common Sense, Governor Newsom Vetoes SB 34
Legislation would have tied Southern California air regulators’ hands and made it more difficult to shape clean air policies in the nation’s smog capital
earthjustice.org
October 15, 2025 at 6:20 PM
In case you missed the good news: @governor.ca.gov vetoed #SB34, a dangerous bill that would have made it more difficult to clean the air in the nation’s smog capital
earthjustice.org/press/2025/i...
earthjustice.org/press/2025/i...
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Thank you, @governor.ca.gov, for standing strong for Californians and the right to breathe clean air.
This piece of legislation would have made it more difficult to shape clean air policies in Southern California, the nation's smog capital.
This piece of legislation would have made it more difficult to shape clean air policies in Southern California, the nation's smog capital.
In case you missed the good news: @governor.ca.gov vetoed #SB34, a dangerous bill that would have made it more difficult to clean the air in the nation’s smog capital
earthjustice.org/press/2025/i...
earthjustice.org/press/2025/i...
In a Win for Clean Air and Common Sense, Governor Newsom Vetoes SB 34
Legislation would have tied Southern California air regulators’ hands and made it more difficult to shape clean air policies in the nation’s smog capital
earthjustice.org
October 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Thank you, @governor.ca.gov, for standing strong for Californians and the right to breathe clean air.
This piece of legislation would have made it more difficult to shape clean air policies in Southern California, the nation's smog capital.
This piece of legislation would have made it more difficult to shape clean air policies in Southern California, the nation's smog capital.
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VICTORY: @governor.ca.gov just signed #AB1167 to prevent utilities from forcing customers to pay for utility lobbying and advertising costs!
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October 14, 2025 at 5:15 PM
VICTORY: @governor.ca.gov just signed #AB1167 to prevent utilities from forcing customers to pay for utility lobbying and advertising costs!
earthjustice.org/press/2025/c...
earthjustice.org/press/2025/c...
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Great news: California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the California Ratepayer Protection Act, which prevents for-profit utilities like PG&E and SoCalGas from forcing customers to pay for political lobbying and promotional ads.
This will lower energy bills for Californians - a big win!
This will lower energy bills for Californians - a big win!
California Passes Law Lowering Energy Bills and Protecting Californians from Utility Misbehavior
The California Ratepayer Protection Act (AB 1167) prevents utilities from forcing customers to pay for utility lobbying and advertising costs
earthjustice.org
October 14, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Great news: California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the California Ratepayer Protection Act, which prevents for-profit utilities like PG&E and SoCalGas from forcing customers to pay for political lobbying and promotional ads.
This will lower energy bills for Californians - a big win!
This will lower energy bills for Californians - a big win!
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Every time Californians pay their utility bill, they may also be footing the bill for their utility's lobbying costs.
#AB1167 would put an end to this.
@governor.ca.gov let's sign this important bill!
#AB1167 would put an end to this.
@governor.ca.gov let's sign this important bill!
A New Law Can Cut Expenses that Shouldn’t Be in Californians' Utility Bills
It's up to Governor Newsom to sign AB 1167 into law and give Californians the protections other states are already enjoying.
earthjustice.org
October 7, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Every time Californians pay their utility bill, they may also be footing the bill for their utility's lobbying costs.
#AB1167 would put an end to this.
@governor.ca.gov let's sign this important bill!
#AB1167 would put an end to this.
@governor.ca.gov let's sign this important bill!
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@governor.ca.gov let's get this done!
Gov. Newsom should sign AB 1167 to keep costs down for utility ratepayers by ensuring they are not forced to subsidize utilities’ political lobbying and PR, our @denisegrab.bsky.social writes at @legal-planet.org.
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Signing AB 1167 Would be a Win for Energy Affordability - Legal Planet
AB 1167, which seeks to protect ratepayers from subsidizing utility lobbying, still awaits Governor Newsom’s signature.
legal-planet.org
October 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
@governor.ca.gov let's get this done!
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Love to see the Electric Truck and Bus coalition doing great work! So frustrating that Metro is fighting electrification at every step. Good to keep their feet to the fire. www.dailynews.com/2025/09/24/e...
Environmental, labor groups say LA Metro’s conversion to electric buses is too slow
Environment and labor groups demand LA Metro move ahead with electrifying its bus fleet, at least by 50% for ’28 Olympics
www.dailynews.com
September 27, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Love to see the Electric Truck and Bus coalition doing great work! So frustrating that Metro is fighting electrification at every step. Good to keep their feet to the fire. www.dailynews.com/2025/09/24/e...
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It takes a LOT to get a bill all the way through the CA legislature. Help us seal the deal by asking @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social to sign AB 1167 (protecting Californians from paying utility political & promotional costs in their energy bills) and AB 1280 (supporting industrial electrification)!
TAKE ACTION and tell @governor.ca.gov to sign these commonsense bills into law
earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
Tell Newsom to sign these commonsense bills into law
Tell Newsom to sign these commonsense bills into law
earthjustice.org
September 30, 2025 at 9:34 PM
It takes a LOT to get a bill all the way through the CA legislature. Help us seal the deal by asking @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social to sign AB 1167 (protecting Californians from paying utility political & promotional costs in their energy bills) and AB 1280 (supporting industrial electrification)!
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Our team had a great morning urging @metrolosangeles.bsky.social to move faster in electrifying its bus fleet!
September 25, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Our team had a great morning urging @metrolosangeles.bsky.social to move faster in electrifying its bus fleet!
After the Olympic and Paralympic Games leave Los Angeles, Angelenos deserve a legacy beyond stadiums and smog. #ElectrifyLA28 #FutureIsElectric
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LA Should Go for the Gold When It Comes to Electric Transit Buses
With the LA 2028 Olympics looming, LA Metro should keep pace with Olympic cities.
earthjustice.org
September 25, 2025 at 11:11 PM
After the Olympic and Paralympic Games leave Los Angeles, Angelenos deserve a legacy beyond stadiums and smog. #ElectrifyLA28 #FutureIsElectric
earthjustice.org/experts/cand...
earthjustice.org/experts/cand...
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@candyoungblood.bsky.social has it right:
"Not only are we far behind what Metro itself has committed to. Also, that is not keeping pace with other host cities. We have only three years go get there so we have to take action today.”
www.dailynews.com/2025/09/24/e...
"Not only are we far behind what Metro itself has committed to. Also, that is not keeping pace with other host cities. We have only three years go get there so we have to take action today.”
www.dailynews.com/2025/09/24/e...
Environmental, labor groups say LA Metro’s conversion to electric buses is too slow
Environment and labor groups demand LA Metro move ahead with electrifying its bus fleet, at least by 50% for ’28 Olympics
www.dailynews.com
September 25, 2025 at 7:45 PM
@candyoungblood.bsky.social has it right:
"Not only are we far behind what Metro itself has committed to. Also, that is not keeping pace with other host cities. We have only three years go get there so we have to take action today.”
www.dailynews.com/2025/09/24/e...
"Not only are we far behind what Metro itself has committed to. Also, that is not keeping pace with other host cities. We have only three years go get there so we have to take action today.”
www.dailynews.com/2025/09/24/e...
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That’s us 😎
Public comments: several Electric Truck & Bus Coalition speakers urges bus electrification.
September 25, 2025 at 6:23 PM
That’s us 😎
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In California, Earthjustice's @righttozero.bsky.social campaign has scored wins that are transforming the energy sector. This includes landmark laws to shift the grid off fossil fuels by 2045, electrify transit, and lower utility bills — setting the standard for zero-emissions work nationwide.
September 25, 2025 at 2:38 PM
In California, Earthjustice's @righttozero.bsky.social campaign has scored wins that are transforming the energy sector. This includes landmark laws to shift the grid off fossil fuels by 2045, electrify transit, and lower utility bills — setting the standard for zero-emissions work nationwide.
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TOMORROW we're hosting a rally with breakfast tacos and coffee!
We'll be telling @metrolosangeles.bsky.social that now is the time to recommit to electrifying Los Angeles' bus fleet.
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
We'll be telling @metrolosangeles.bsky.social that now is the time to recommit to electrifying Los Angeles' bus fleet.
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
Rally for LA Metro Electric Buses
Join the LA County Electric Truck and Bus Coalition for a rally to get LA Metro to recommit to electrifying its bus fleet.
www.eventbrite.com
September 24, 2025 at 7:35 PM
TOMORROW we're hosting a rally with breakfast tacos and coffee!
We'll be telling @metrolosangeles.bsky.social that now is the time to recommit to electrifying Los Angeles' bus fleet.
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
We'll be telling @metrolosangeles.bsky.social that now is the time to recommit to electrifying Los Angeles' bus fleet.
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
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Take action today to get more electric buses on LA's roads!
🗣 Tell the LA Metro Board to electrify our buses before the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games! Let's #ElectrifyLA28 for lasting benefits for Angelenos: cleaner air, good jobs, and better rides for passengers and drivers alike.
Take action here: earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
Take action here: earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
Tell the LA Metro Board to electrify our buses
Urge the LA metro board to electrify their buses before the 2028 games.
earthjustice.org
September 22, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Take action today to get more electric buses on LA's roads!
🗣 Tell the LA Metro Board to electrify our buses before the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games! Let's #ElectrifyLA28 for lasting benefits for Angelenos: cleaner air, good jobs, and better rides for passengers and drivers alike.
Take action here: earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
Take action here: earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
Tell the LA Metro Board to electrify our buses
Urge the LA metro board to electrify their buses before the 2028 games.
earthjustice.org
September 22, 2025 at 9:11 PM
🗣 Tell the LA Metro Board to electrify our buses before the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games! Let's #ElectrifyLA28 for lasting benefits for Angelenos: cleaner air, good jobs, and better rides for passengers and drivers alike.
Take action here: earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
Take action here: earthjustice.org/action/tell-...
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Etransit buses are just better than methane burning buses for riders. Took a SM big blue gillig ebus & it was quiet & clean. Took a methane burner back & it was loud & funky smelling
Now don’t get me wrong - we need to keep using combustion buses until the end of useful life but ebuses are better.
Now don’t get me wrong - we need to keep using combustion buses until the end of useful life but ebuses are better.
September 20, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Etransit buses are just better than methane burning buses for riders. Took a SM big blue gillig ebus & it was quiet & clean. Took a methane burner back & it was loud & funky smelling
Now don’t get me wrong - we need to keep using combustion buses until the end of useful life but ebuses are better.
Now don’t get me wrong - we need to keep using combustion buses until the end of useful life but ebuses are better.
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Grab some breakfast tacos and coffee and join us for a rally to demand @metrolosangeles.bsky.social embrace a bold plan to Electrify LA28.
🗓️ Thursday, September 25 at 9 am
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
🗓️ Thursday, September 25 at 9 am
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
September 16, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Grab some breakfast tacos and coffee and join us for a rally to demand @metrolosangeles.bsky.social embrace a bold plan to Electrify LA28.
🗓️ Thursday, September 25 at 9 am
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
🗓️ Thursday, September 25 at 9 am
www.eventbrite.com/e/rally-for-...
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This month, we partnered with @earthjustice.org and Bellwether Coffee to welcome California policymakers and agency leaders to their facility in Berkeley to explore how coffee roasting can operate without relying on fossil fuels.
August 28, 2025 at 9:42 PM
This month, we partnered with @earthjustice.org and Bellwether Coffee to welcome California policymakers and agency leaders to their facility in Berkeley to explore how coffee roasting can operate without relying on fossil fuels.
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Coffee is a popular drink in California, yet the process of roasting coffee beans can be expensive and environmentally damaging. I took a tour of Berkeley's Bellwether Coffee, which is leading clean tech innovation with the development of an all-electric, ventless coffee roaster.
August 14, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Coffee is a popular drink in California, yet the process of roasting coffee beans can be expensive and environmentally damaging. I took a tour of Berkeley's Bellwether Coffee, which is leading clean tech innovation with the development of an all-electric, ventless coffee roaster.