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
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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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RT @JoinClarity: Check out this month's issue of @AirandWaste #Environmental Manager on low-cost #airquality sensors for case studies from….
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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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Did you know that every follow, share, and newsletter signup helps Brightline continue the fight for cleaner air and stronger communities?. Want to support? Start here! it’s quick, easy, and really does help make a difference :-) :
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In an era of rapidly growing energy demand, an upgraded transmission system is key to achieving a clean & reliable energy future. It also provides an important opportunity to advance EJ by funneling investments & benefits into EJ communities. Read more:
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At the Youth Summit in SF, Mayor @DanielLurie talks climate action with @SFEnvironment 🌎 Climate Week kicks off today!.
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CA's EJ communities breathe some of the dirtiest air in the country. Our new report explains how equitable transmission development can help right these wrongs & support a cleaner and healthier grid for everyone @californiapuc @California_ISO .
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California’s clean tech boom in EVs, batteries, and renewables is leading the way, and the state’s commitment to climate action must remain unshaken! It’s time to ramp up local and state efforts in #PoweringUpCalifornia.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom and other leaders must mount a strong offense as well as robust defense against attacks on environmental protection and climate change mitigation.
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We spoke with the San Francisco Public Press about our air purifier distribution program that helps low-income tenants access cleaner air. SoMa resident John Britt shared how a purifier brought immediate relief. Read the article here:
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John Britt and dozens of other tenants are breathing easier, now that they have government-funded air purifiers. Community groups cut through bureaucracy to put the devices in their hands, in a pilot...
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RT @CalEnergy: 🌟Join the 10th Annual EPIC Symposium on October 28!. Featuring 2 breakout sessions:.💡Building Electrification: Moderated by….
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RT @SFPublicPress: In 2021, @BrightlineDef worked with low-income #SF tenants to get them government-funded air purifiers. But only half go….
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John Britt and dozens of other tenants are breathing easier, now that they have government-funded air purifiers. Community groups cut through bureaucracy to put the devices in their hands, in a pilot...
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RT @arseniomataka: Good read here on how @BrightlineDef and @LaVozLatinaSF helped @AirDistrict make it easier to get air purifiers to….
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John Britt and dozens of other tenants are breathing easier, now that they have government-funded air purifiers. Community groups cut through bureaucracy to put the devices in their hands, in a pilot...
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RT @SFPublicPress: For John Britt, the constant dust was upsetting, and it triggered his asthma. “It’s hard to breathe,” he said. Now he a….
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John Britt and dozens of other tenants are breathing easier, now that they have government-funded air purifiers. Community groups cut through bureaucracy to put the devices in their hands, in a pilot...
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Curious about offshore wind and its impact on clean energy? 🌬️💡.Join us for a 3-part event where you’ll dive into how offshore wind is shaping the future of energy in our community. Registration is free! Sign up today to secure your spot.
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