** Americans want to fight climate change, and they're ready to pay for it
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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Crescent Dunes Solar Energy Project, BLM Nevada ([link removed])

A new poll from the Associated Press and University of Chicago ([link removed]) finds a majority of Americans understand that the pace of climate change is increasing, and they're willing to pay more to fight it.

The polling puts Senator Joe Manchin, who is pushing to cut more climate measures from President Biden's budget bill ([link removed]) , at odds with most Americans and an overwhelming majority of Democratic voters ([link removed]) .

The AP asked voters how much they would be willing to pay towards a nationwide fee on carbon emissions. On average, they supported a $40 a month fee ([link removed]) —equivalent to a carbon price of $30 per ton, or double the $15 per ton price that was rejected by Manchin and Senator Jon Tester ([link removed]) of Montana.

The poll also found strong support for a nationwide clean energy standard that would increase renewable energy sources and decrease reliance on coal and natural gas. More than half of Americans support such a standard ([link removed]) , with only 16 percent opposed.


** Colorado's fossil fuel disinformation playbook
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While Manchin tries to derail clean energy measures in Congress, the Union of Concerned Scientists has published an in-depth look at how the oil and gas industry targets Colorado communities with disinformation ([link removed]) . In addition to funneling millions of dollars to groups with misleading names like "Protect Colorado," companies try to buy credibility by paying trusted sources, including the University of Colorado's Leeds School of Business, to produce reports with industry-friendly outcomes. Take a look at the full UCS report ([link removed]) .
Quick hits


** Dems scramble to salvage climate provisions in face of Manchin's opposition
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Washington Post ([link removed]) | New York Times ([link removed]) | Associated Press ([link removed])


** Growing majority of US voters concerned about climate impacts
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Associated Press ([link removed]) [Full results ([link removed]) ] | USA Today ([link removed]) | The Hill ([link removed])


** Rains in California douse wildfires, create new problems
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Los Angeles Times ([link removed]) | NPR ([link removed]) | Bloomberg ([link removed]) | New York Times ([link removed])


** Opinion: Climate change is coming for your pumpkin spice, coffee, chocolate, and wine
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Colorado Sun ([link removed])


** Top cop out at Bureau of Land Management
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E&E News ([link removed])


** Lost Colorado hiker ignored calls from rescuers because he didn't recognize the number
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The Guardian ([link removed]) | Washington Post ([link removed]) | Sacramento Bee ([link removed])


** Social media troll convicted of illegal snowmobiling at Keystone Resort
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CBS Denver ([link removed]) | Denver Post ([link removed]) | Denver7 ([link removed])


** Video: Oblivious hikers startle Yellowstone wolf pack
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USA Today ([link removed])
Quote of the day
What happens when two hikers unknowingly walk into an area where a pack of wolves is sleeping? Absolutely nothing. Contrary to what some people want you to believe, wolves are not going to attack you. In most cases they will run away from you if you encounter them in the back country.”
—Photographer Julie Argyle, USA Today ([link removed])
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Bat Week is October 24-31. This year is extra special because in 2021 we're also celebrating the International Year of Caves and Karst! The BLM manages nearly 800 caves, primarily in karst (limestone) regions.

Caves are a fascinating and fragile world that is an important resource for scientific and historical research and environmental education. Caves also provide habitat for bats and other wild creatures. Some caves on BLM public lands are also available for public exploration. Please follow-up with your local BLM office to learn more about caving opportunities near you.

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