In a bid to accelerate recovery from the devastating firestorms in Los Angeles, Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order that suspends compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act and the California Coastal Act for utilities rebuilding infrastructure in affected areas. This move is intended to expedite the reconstruction of critical services like electricity and water. However, environmental activists express concerns about the long-term impacts of such broad exemptions on the environment and potential future risks associated with rebuilding without thorough environmental assessments.
"We are determined to rebuild Altadena, Malibu and Pacific Palisades stronger and more resilient than before. Speeding up the pace that we rebuild our utility systems will help get survivors back home faster and prevent future fires."
Environmental activists worry that the broad exemptions from CEQA and the California Coastal Act could have serious consequences down the road for the environment.
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