Month: September 2023

  Many Americans don’t think much about Canada, other than their awareness that it’s a big non-threatening country to the north that gets really cold in the winter, but has some great fishing. But Canada definitely punches above its weight in some areas, whether it’s producing rock stars, comedians, or – of course – hockey… Continue reading Canada leads the way on carbon pricing

  Many Americans don’t think much about Canada, other than their awareness that it’s a big non-threatening country to the north that gets really cold in the winter, but has some great fishing. But Canada definitely punches above its weight in some areas, whether it’s producing rock stars, comedians, or – of course – hockey… Continue reading Canada leads the way on carbon pricing

Hear from the experts on permitting reform By Samantha Johnstone Permitting reform — it’s “the most boring topic that is of utmost importance,” Xan Fishman jokes. Fishman is the Director of Energy Policy and Carbon Management at the Bipartisan Policy Center, and at our last conference, he joined a panel discussion about permitting alongside Chad… Continue reading Hear from the experts on permitting reform

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Carbon pricing bill would supercharge effect of IRA subsidies, cut carbon pollution SEPT. 25, 2023 – At an event at Santa Barbara’s Community Environmental Council’s Environmental Hub, Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) announced today that he will reintroduce the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act into the House. The legislation charges corporate polluters… Continue reading Carbon pricing bill would supercharge effect of IRA subsidies, cut carbon pollution

Chamber of Commerce meetings make an impact in Montana By Alex Amonette   I recently had the privilege of meeting with a local Chamber Executive Director, Shane, after nearly five years of trying to schedule a meeting. Thirty minutes before the presentation was slated to begin, I hopped on Zoom and Shane was already waiting… Continue reading Chamber of Commerce meetings make an impact in Montana

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA-50), the House sponsor of the BIG WIRES Act, addressed CCL’s volunteers at our June 2023 conference. CCL applauds bicameral BIG WIRES Act SEPT 15, 2023 – CCL strongly supports the bicameral introduction of the BIG WIRES Act. We applaud Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO) and Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA-50)… Continue reading CCL applauds bicameral BIG WIRES Act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA-50), the House sponsor of the BIG WIRES Act, addressed CCL’s volunteers at our June 2023 conference. CCL applauds bicameral BIG WIRES Act SEPT 15, 2023 – CCL strongly supports the bicameral introduction of the BIG WIRES Act. We applaud Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO) and Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA-50)… Continue reading CCL applauds bicameral BIG WIRES Act

Seeing both sides of lobbying: From the Hill to CCL Jenn Tyler, current Senior Director of Government Affairs, worked on the Hill for seven years before joining CCL. Her first interactions with CCL were as a staffer, as she watched the magic of CCL volunteers from the outside. Watch Jenn tell her story here, beginning… Continue reading Seeing both sides of lobbying: from the Hill to CCL

  Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, with far-reaching impacts on the environment, economy, and society. As individuals, our collective efforts hold immense power to drive positive change and address this global crisis. Advocating for climate change action is not just a responsibility but an opportunity to shape a… Continue reading A guide to effective climate change action

Throughout the August congressional recess, CCL volunteers attended town halls like this one with Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE-01). Photo by Hayden Rooney of the Lincoln Journal Star. During August recess, CCLers highlight climate at town halls By Flannery Winchester Citizens’ Climate Lobby volunteers are known for how we fill the halls of Capitol Hill each… Continue reading CCLers highlight climate at town halls