Federal agencies have not released data on firings by state. But in a state where the federal government owns more than 80 percent of the land, job cuts coupled with the federal hiring freeze implemented by President Donald Trump could lead to a slowdown of services everywhere from wildfire management to veterans’ hospitals to nuclear research.

There were 28 percent more visits to emergency rooms this summer than there were during the summer of 2023, according to a first-of-its-kind report issued by the Office of State Epidemiology.

Industrial-scale solar, in particular, can cause land disruption when built. These projects, if placed in sensitive landscapes, eliminate wildlife habitat, alter hydrology and erosion, and fragment wildlife connectivity corridors.

Safeguarding public lands not only shields us from the most severe effects of climate change but also preserves the unique characteristics that define our state for future generations.

Bahsahwahbee lives as a landscape of celebration, spirituality and suffering. While we hold and carry this history close to our hearts, we believe that now is the time to share our story beyond our communities.

Supporters of the project argue that pumped storage is the cheapest and most reliable way to provide the electricity storage needed for the clean energy transition and will help stimulate a rural community’s economy. 

Nevada is set to receive $416 million to build out broadband networks that target the least-served areas first. It’s a huge tranche of funds — the single largest broadband investment in U.S. history — that has accelerated the state’s timeline for ensuring every Nevadan has access to affordable, high-speed internet. The grant is expected to close the gap for the nearly 100,000 Nevadans and Tribal natives in the state without access to standard-speed internet and boost broadband capacity across every county in the state.

This edition of Indy Environment looks at how Great Basin National Park reveals our past and how Las Vegas has cut back on its Colorado River supply.