Hundreds rally against proposed budget cuts to San Francisco's Environment Department

Lurie plan would nearly eliminate the Department of the Environment

Despite Mayor Lurie’s campaign pledge to “prioritize climate action not just in words, but in dollars and policy,” advocates say little meaningful progress has followed—in fact, the mayor is proposing to nearly eliminate the Department of the Environment. At noon Wednesday, the steps of city hall filled with dozens of labor leaders including many from IFPTE Local 21, climate activists, elected officials, and San Francisco residents from all walk…

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Hundreds rally against proposed budget cuts to San Francisco's Environment Department

Hundreds of climate activists filled the steps of San Francisco City Hall on Wednesday to rally against possible funding cuts to the city’s Environment Department.  “When climate justice is under attack, what do we do? Stand up fight back!” shouted activists. The Environment Department helps formulate and oversee climate goals for the city that promote sustainability, clean energy, and the reduction of pollutants.  For fiscal year 2026 to 2027, …