Brightline Defense
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Brightline is an environmental justice nonprofit that empowers communities and creates sustainable environments.
San Francisco, California
Joined January 2010
Thanks to everyone who’s helped us show up for this work. If supporting this kind of movement feels right for you, here's the link:
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Join us in advancing environmental justice—your donation to Brightline fuels clean energy, air quality, and community advocacy led by those most impacted. As a registered nonprofit, every gift is...
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This is why we lift up community voices. Because people know their neighborhoods better than anyone, they just need someone to listen.
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When Jason first hit the streets with/ air quality surveys to better understand the community’s needs, he didn't think anyone would stop. “They were actually waiting in line to tell me their experiences.. That's when I realized there was an issue.”
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CA utilities like SDG&E, PG&E, and SCE are earning record profits and asking @californiapuc for even more. Thank you @AsmCottie for leading 35+ lawmakers in urging @californiapuc to reject utilities' requests and protect CA families! @CAgovernor
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Brightline is seeking a temp, part-time Air Quality Data Analyst to support our air quality monitoring and data work. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with the first round of interviews occurring the week of December 1, 2025, until the position is filled.
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Thank you @senatorgonzalez for your leadership in equitable offshore wind development! @IBEWlocal11 @CleanPowerCA @oceanticnetwork @BGAlliance @EnvCalifornia @portoflongbeach @EnvDefenseFund @uawregion6
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Brightline is thrilled to recognize Senator Gonzalez as the 2025 Offshore Wind Champion! Her leadership and commitment to clean air, reliable energy, and community benefits are helping keep California at the forefront of equitable offshore wind planning.
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Passing #AB1417 sends a clear message: Clean energy in CA must be done with equity, transparency, and local leadership. Thank you @CAGovernor, @Stefani4CA, and all who pushed this across the finish line!
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Governor @GavinNewsom and legislative leaders take bold action today for California’s clean energy future with more investment in clean air and energy — as well as a stronger Community Air Protection Program! with @ASM_Irwin, Sen @MoniqueLimonCA, Sen @JoshBeckerSV @AsmCottie
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This week’s @EPA @AIRNow Fire & Smoke Map highlight: @BrightlineDef! With 20+ Clarity Node-S sensors in San Francisco, they turn #AirQualityData into action to protect #PublicHealth & build #ClimateResilience.
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May '25: Brightline-sponsored bill, AB1417, passed through the Assembly Appropriations Committee. AB 1417 would help facilitate improved transparency about developer contributions toward capacity building on offshore wind, in addition to opening up pathways for other funding.
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May 2025: Our team attended the Pacific Offshore Wind Summit at our state capitol alongside industry, labor, gov, advocates and tribal leaders. Brightline’s very own Executive Director, Eddie Ahn, delivered a strong keynote.
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May 2025: In honor of our growing team, Brightline hosted an Open House to welcome community & gov leaders, & advocates from around the city and state. We saw over 100 attendees, including Dr. De Trice Rodger and SF's Mayor Daniel Lurie, as well as numerous community leaders.
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April 2025: After 15 years at our previous office, Brightline moved to a new location. Our new space boasts original environmental justice artwork, exposed brick walls, a vibrant, open layout, and above all, a welcoming atmosphere rooted in community. Find us in SoMa, SF.
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March 2025: We welcomed two new members to our team–Deputy Director, Jennifer Tapken, and Policy Advisor, Astrid DuBois! Both of these brilliant folks bring a wealth of experience, talent, and expertise to the organization ⚡
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ICYMI: This Spring 2025 has been a wild ride at Brightline Defense! Read on for a timeline view of all that has taken place over the last three months. 👇
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Check out this month's issue of @AirandWaste #Environmental Manager on low-cost #airquality sensors for case studies from @BrightlineDef & @MBUAPCD on Clarity sensors for #community empowerment & monitoring #smoke from #wildfires during #wildfireseason! https://t.co/4yzDSgGuP0
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Thank you @Stefani4CA for authoring #AB1417, our sponsored bill, which passed the #CaAssembly today! Supported by a broad coalition of enviro & community orgs incl @eopacodeblue, @CFROG_vc, & @EPIC_ARCATA, this bill is a step toward equitable & inclusive offshore wind!
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