CoPIRG Foundation written comment for clean air rulemaking
Our advocate weighed in with the AQCC on proposed Reg. 7 revisions to cut air pollution from oil & gas
In early February 2025, CoPIRG Foundation Clean Air Advocate Kirsten Schatz submitted a written comment to the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC) regarding their upcoming rulemaking to revise Regulation 7, to cut methane and ozone-forming volatile organic compounds emissions from existing oil and gas operations across the state. View the full letter to see over 1,200 petition signatures plus photo petitions from Coloradans calling on the state to cut emissions and clean up our air.
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Kirsten Schatz
Clean Air Advocate, CoPIRG Foundation
Kirsten joined CoPIRG's staff in 2022 and is focused on fighting for clean air for Coloradans and transforming transportation systems. Previously, she oversaw The Public Interest Network's efforts to engage alumni/former employees and volunteers in the network's work, specializing in communications and organizing events in dozens of cities. Kirsten lives in the Denver area with her husband and two children, where she is an avid hiker, biker, church choir member and gardener.
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