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Colorado District Court Latest to Dismiss Industry Lawsuit against Building Updates

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A Colorado District Court judge dismissed a fossil-fuel-industry-backed lawsuit against Denver's building ordinances designed to reduce air pollution and energy bills by limiting gas appliances. The decision affirms local government authority to regulate polluting building equipment, joining federal court rulings in New York, D.C., Maryland, Illinois, and California since 2024.

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The court dismissal upholds local regulatory authority; enforcement and real-world emissions reductions depend on implementation and compliance.

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