Climate Mayors的动态

While the US election results appear to be a significant set back to climate action and sustainability, one person doesn't decide the fate of the entire planet. This is why we need to remain firm in our commitments. The "We Are Still In" movement deeply inspired me when Trump withdrew from the Paris Agreement in 2017. This movement assembled cities and states who remained committed to Paris, including my own home state: Washington. US decisions have ripple effects around the world, but Trump's anti-climate agenda needs to be put in perspective, especially now. People everywhere have already learned how to remain committed. Over time, the reasons why have only become more clear. Science accurately predicts significant global consequences linked to greenhouse gas emissions, and burning fossil fuels is the number one source. Nearly all of us have directly witnessed these havoc-wreaking storms, droughts, extreme temps and wildfires in recent years. These impacts will only get worse as more fossil fuels are burned. To address these impacts, global climate targets have been set with public input and near unanimous support. Expanded ESG reporting rules have been adopted in many countries and states, and massive amounts of data reflect the climate change impacts of individual companies. We have more visibility into their contributions, plans and targets than ever. Sustainable finance is increasingly rewarding climate transitions and risk reduction by companies, while global laws and norms are increasingly holding them accountable. Anyone can say the world is flat and that climate change is a hoax as a means to cast doubt on reality, but direct observation tells us otherwise. Lies about climate science almost always lead back to fossil fuel industries as a source. Their ulterior motives are clear: if the public doesn't believe climate change is important, their social license to operate remains intact. They face a huge uphill battle with this truth-defying agenda. We may not be able to ignore Trump's agenda, but we can respond to it from a place of deep commitment to our values and rational, pragmatic beliefs. We need to remain firm in our commitments to a better outcome for each other, younger generations and the future. #wearestillin #parisagreement #esg #sustainability

?? As nominees battle for top roles in the next European Commission, we can’t let our futures be the pawn. These decisions will shape the future of our climate policies. We need leaders who will stand up for the planet, not bow to corporate interests. That’s why we’re demanding a set of measures that become a strong firewall between the EU and fossil fuel industries. ??? ?? Join us in calling for a fossil-free EU! ?? https://lnkd.in/e2CzGchp #FossilFuelFirewallNOW #FossilFreePolitics

As I am sure for many of us in the climate industry, the results of the 2024 presidential election in the United States have been disheartening. Despite the ache I feel now, I want to go into the next four years prepared. I have written a short article outlining what we can expect for the environment from another Trump administration. Spoiler - it is not great, but nevertheless I have hope. Link to article: https://lnkd.in/ebveFRQK

It’s the time of year to nominate local climate and energy-related projects for provincial or national awards. Learn more about how in this edition of CEA’s monthly newsletter, which also includes info on CEA projects and events that help accelerate bold action from local governments and Indigenous communities related to climate and energy. Read the June 2024 newsletter: https://zc.vg/bUDpJ?m=0

Analysis across the proposed EU Commissioner portfolios from a climate and energy lens for the next five years (2024-2029) - insights available as a two-minute read.

2?? years ago today, the Biden-Harris administration signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law — the largest investment in climate action in US history.? ? ?? The result:? 2 years of supercharged climate action in states and territories across America.? 2 years of new and expanded investments in communities.? 2 years of action to lower home energy and transportation costs.? And we’re just getting started.?? ? Learn more about how Alliance states and territories are leveraging IRA resources to accelerate climate action ?? https://lnkd.in/e-qagdGx?

In this conversation, I speak to Professor Mary Robinson, Former President of Ireland, Former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights & Chair of the Elders. We discuss the concept of climate justice, the human and human rights impact of climate change together with the need for more climate adaptive societies and how the world can share the burden of climate change, and the benefits of mitigation. https://lnkd.in/ezvxVFCy

Broken promises. Abandoned pledges. Corporate deception. Where is the accountability? It seems that in 2024, climate justice will be sought more forcefully around the world, and particularly in the US. Local governments, ordinary residents, and groups of passionate young people are among those speaking truth to power when it comes to the climate emergency. Read more here: https://ow.ly/eXYY50Qvm7j

With the re-election of Donald Trump as President, we reaffirm our commitment to climate action alongside America Is All In and the U.S. Climate Alliance: “We will not waver…We will not turn back.” Collectively, we represent nearly two-thirds of the U.S. population and three-quarters of the U.S. GDP, so despite changes in leadership, America’s climate-leading states, cities, and institutions are steadfast in their efforts to build a healthier, more prosperous future for all. https://lnkd.in/eKYgEvni

When you've been working at #climateaction as long as I have, you learn to handle the ups and downs of federal policy. From 2017-2021, with so much executive action focused on rolling back US climate commitments and environmental regulations, it was critical to keep pointing to cities, counties, and states across America taking meaningful steps. Then, the Biden administration was a welcome opportunity to see groundbreaking policies and legislation coming out of the White House -- like the #InflationReductionAct. But even if the fate of some provisions in the IRA remains unclear under a second Trump administration, we have momentum. And it is still America's Climate Mayors who are leading the way. Keep the faith. Keep the momentum. Keep all eyes on the prize of a better future for all Americans.