West
Nevada
Nevada has among the highest potential for large-scale clean energy projects; the state has the greatest solar power potential in the country and accounts for around a quarter of the nation’s utility-scale electricity generation from geothermal energy. Renewables comprise over 30% of in-state electricity generation, with the rest dominated by natural gas. With a mandatory reduction target of 28% by 2025, the state has successfully decreased emissions by 23% from 2005-2021, but this still represents a 21% increase from 1990 emissions levels.
GHG Reduction Targets
All targets relative to 2005
levels
2025
28%
2030
45%
2050
Net-zero
Governor
Joe Lombardo (Republican)
Governor
Joe Lombardo (Republican)
House Party
Democratic Majority
House Party
Democratic Majority
Senate Party
Democratic Majority
Senate Party
Democratic Majority
Key Offices & Links
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This map shows the occurrence of climate policies passed at the state-level. Higher numbers represent more climate policies enacted.
Progress by Policy Area
- Enacted
- In-progress
- Partially Enacted
- Not Enacted
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Projections in Nevada
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| Status | Policy | Policy Area | Policy Category | YR Enacted | |
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| Not Enacted |
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Agriculture financial incentives support healthy soils and regenerative agriculture. Incentives may include reduced crop insurance premiums, property tax exemptions, grants, or cost-share programs. |
Natural and Working Lands
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Agriculture | ||
| Not Enacted |
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Agriculture technical assistance programs provide state-driven technical assistance, apprenticeship and mentorship programs, and support securing additional funding for farmers to increase uptake of soil health practices. |
Natural and Working Lands
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Agriculture |