EP 317: Previewing New GOP House Energy & Natural Resources Committee Chairs

In Episode 317 of District of Conservation, Gabriella previews what House of Representatives leadership under Republicans will look like in the 118th Congress next year. She focuses on the Natural Resources, Western Caucus, Energy & Commerce, and Agriculture committees. Tune in to learn more. Listen on Apple Podcasts SHOW NOTES House Natural Resources Committee – Rep. …

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Townhall: Beary Good News -NJ Governor Reinstates Bear Hunt

In a stunning reversal, Governor Phil Murphy (D-NJ) reinstated the black bear hunt after banning it several years ago. Due to a 237% increase in bear-related incidents, Murphy—who aggressively campaigned against black bear hunting in 2017—conceded bear management is necessary to address this growing problem.  The New Jersey Fish and Game Commission unanimously voted to reinstate the season, citing this spike …

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American Spectator: Federal Reserve Board’s Risky ESG GambleAmerican Spectator

Despite growing opposition to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment practices, government agencies are colluding with Big Business to mandate the assessment of climate change risk in financial investments. The Federal Reserve Board recently announced a partnership with the nation’s six largest banks to pilot a “climate scenario analysis exercise” to measure and track climate-related financial risks. The program …

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Townhall: GOP Can Court New Voters By Championing Freelancing

After a “red tsunami” failed to materialize for Republicans on Election Day, many are wondering how to proceed these next two years.  With a Democrat-held Senate and potentially Republican-led House of Representatives, gridlock will be welcomed. But that’s not a reason to become complacent. Townhall Managing Editor Spencer Brown analyzed here and here what exactly went wrong last Tuesday. …

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Virginian Pilot: Preserve Freedom for Virginia’s Independent Workforce

Virginia’s pro-business policies encourage workers to chart their own entrepreneurial course. But new state regulations aimed at addressing misclassifications could undermine the Commonwealth’s burgeoning freelance workforce. Last month, the U.S. Department of Labor announced proposed changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act to impose barriers on workers who wish to work as independent contractors. If …

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Townhall: Elected Officials Admonish Coal at Their Own Peril

Christmas is around the corner. And President Biden being a peddler of decarbonization should land him the coveted No. 1 spot on Santa’s Naughty List.  A lump of coal, however, simply won’t be enough. Only a looming heating oil shortage in the Northeast and rising fuel prices elsewhere, which will bring coal into the forefront …

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Energy insecurity driving midterm elections (ft. Mandy Gunasekara)

“I think over the past two years Americans have really been paying attention to the energy story in ways historically they would it. And it’s because we, outside of those who are in this policy space, generally— the general public— experiences the consequences or benefits of energy decisions be a cost. And we know that …

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EP 314: Bitcoin Powers Environmental Future with Daniel Batten

In Episode 314 of District of Conservation, Gabriella speaks with Daniel Batten. Daniel is an entrepreneur, CEO coach, ClimateTech VC, Bitcoin ESG analyst, author and former TV actor. His work on helping startups exit more frequently featured in Nature magazine and received recognition for “raising the NZ technology ecosystem at all levels.” He is author …

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Townhall: Midterm 2022 Ballot Initiatives: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

Ahead of Election Day tomorrow, many issues are top of mind for voters: Inflation. Crime. The economy. The soaring costs of heating oil and gas. The list goes on. With Republicans expected to sweep the House and potentially flip the U.S. Senate, there are also important ballot measures to watch.   Falling under the radar are …

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