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After House passes budget resolution, it’s prime time to defend the IRA

[…] to make sure Republican lawmakers are crystal clear on the value of the clean energy tax credits — and that they shouldn’t be sacrificed at any point in the budget reconciliation process. We at CCL have created a database listing the clean energy projects bringing benefits to districts all around the country. It was recently updated to include more data […]

How the IRA is boosting the economy — and why Congress must protect it

[…] lawmaker’s district or state has enjoyed thanks to the IRA.  And these social media posts are just the beginning — we’ll continue to make this argument directly to Republican lawmakers in our upcoming lobby meetings and messages as their budget reconciliation process proceeds throughout the year. Bella Kubach is a Spring 2025 intern for CCL’s Communications department. Lucero Marquez Lucero Marquez

Episode 65: Extreme Heat and Insurance Solutions

[…] the many efforts by CCL volunteers, the needle is moving toward a carbon fee and dividend as one of the ways to address climate change. She talks about the budget reconciliation process and volunteer lobbying. Additionally, Flannery also highlights the positive media attention, as well as political attention, that a carbon price is receiving from major outlets such as The […]

What does it mean to electrify everything?

[…] pumps before returning to the U.S. with these new skills in a “rapidly growing U.S. heat pump market.” Lastly, if Congress enacts the full climate package proposed in the budget reconciliation, it will reduce inflation and save U.S. families money on their household electricity bills. Finally, Keishaa says, electrification is something that everyone can support. She continues, “The whole thing […]

John Wood, Jr., Braver Angels

Our speaker was John Wood, Jr. of Better Angels. Wood is a national leader for Better Angels, a citizens’ organization uniting red and blue Americans in a working alliance to depolarize America. Wood is a former nominee for congress, former Vice-Chairman of the Republican Party of Los Angeles County and a noted writer and speaker of issues political and racial […]

With Gratitude #7: A CCL blog series

[…] get it done.” Other organizations pitched in, and CCL volunteer Sarah Mittiga estimates about 250 messages were delivered to Schumer. Volunteers like Sean have played a pivotal role throughout the reconciliation progress. Thank you all for your hard work! Consider becoming a CCL liaison. Jacksonville volunteers write op-ed about Hurricane Ian CCL volunteers had an op-ed published in The Florida […]

Former U.S. Rep. Carlos Curbelo opening keynote, December 2022 conference

[…] bipartisanship, and to some degree, I understand — bipartisanship is not an end, but bipartisanship is a means to achieving good durable policy.  Of course, we know Congress can use reconciliation to pass bills with only the support of one party, but we also know that over time, those types of policies tend to have less staying power. They tend […]

Earth Day brings another surge in media activity for CCL volunteers

[…] overwhelming problem to the average citizen,” he said. “But they shouldn’t have to feel they have to solve the problems themselves.” As we continue to push for climate legislation to be enacted through the reconciliation process, our media work will play an important role in pushing Congress to take action. Earth Day brings another surge in media activity for CCL volunteers

CCL’s advocacy is properly directed to meet America’s Paris commitment

[…] energy and EV tax credits and subsidies could help accelerate the deployment of these key technologies. Senators are currently negotiating these types of policies for possible passage under the budget reconciliation process this summer, which would be key for keeping America’s Paris commitment within reach. Expanding natural climate solutions is another critical measure in meeting that target. The amount of […]

1,300+ climate advocates gather in person and virtually for conference

[…] kept up that energy, holding more than 240 meetings with members of Congress. Many of the meetings, which have taken place in person and virtually, focused on pushing for a reconciliation bill containing ambitious climate policy. Photos are available of CCL volunteers meeting with lawmakers from Delaware, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Utah, and many more.  You can find additional photos from […]