GNOICC signed the December 15, 2025 Earthjustice letter opposing the SPEED Act because the legislation would significantly weaken the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), reducing environmental protections, public transparency, and community input in federal decision-making. The letter argues that the bill prioritizes private project
Congratulations to Together New Orleans & Alliance for Affordable Energy
Neighborhood Power Plan Approved The New Orleans City Council unanimously approved the $30 million Neighborhood Power Plan, a community-led proposal by Together New Orleans and the Alliance for Affordable Energy to strengthen the city’s power grid through solar-plus-battery systems at homes and community institutions.
Thank You for Celebrating With Us!
On Sunday, December 14th, GNOICC celebrated our annual Season of Light event. We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make the evening so special and to all who joined us in community and reflection. Congratulations once again to Anne Rolfes and Darryl Malek-Wiley, recipients
GNOICC Sends Letter to Congress
Earthjustice and a coalition of environmental and community groups strongly oppose H.R. 1949 (the “Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025”), arguing that the bill would strip the Department of Energy of its responsibility to evaluate the full economic,
GNOICC Visioning Summit
The Greater New Orleans Interfaith Climate Coalition held its annual Visioning Summit on November 18, with the purpose of spending dedicated time together to recommit to GNOICC’s mission and core values. Approximately 30 persons attended this meeting. Rev. Kathy Lee-Cornell
GNOICC Public Policy Platform for 2026
This is what we want. This is what we will work to realize!
Local Business Highlight: Glass Half Full
Glass Half Full was established in New Orleans in 2020 to fill a major gap: before their founding, there were no glass-recycling facilities in the city. The organization offers glass-collection services to residents, businesses, and events, as well as free
New Orleans’ Economy: Why Diversification Can’t Wait
A recent Louisiana Illuminator article warns that New Orleans is facing a $160 million budget shortfall, pushing city leaders to consider loans, layoffs, and cuts to essential services. But the piece argues that cost-cutting alone won’t fix the city’s long-standing
A Message From Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV spoke on October 1 at the international conference Raising Hope for Climate Justice, held to mark the tenth anniversary of the encyclical Laudato si’ (“Praised be to you”), issued by Pope Francis in 2015. In his address, Pope Leo referenced
High Court Upholds Decision Reviving ‘Cancer Alley’ Lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to take up a Louisiana parish’s request to review a lower court decision that revived a discrimination lawsuit brought by local advocates. St. James Parish had petitioned the Courtto review an August ruling by