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Environmental groups filed three statewide ballot proposals Thursday in response to ballot measures by the oil and gas industry and its supporters that have been assailed as attempts to undermine goals on clean energy and addressing climate change.
(The Center Square) – A leader in Colorado’s energy industry expressed appreciation for Democrat Gov. Jared Polis recognizing the achievements in reaching climate goals as he introduced new objectives for
Business leaders joined leaders of Colorado’s petroleum and natural gas industries in denouncing a wave of legislation creating higher environmental standards and phasing out drilling.
The bills will focus on curbing toxic emissions from oil and gas drilling sites by changing how Colorado issues permits, lengthening the state's summer ozone season to five months instead of three, and increasing the amount of money companies could be fined if they violate the terms of their air permits.