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Some permitting reforms have passed. What’s next?

On June 3, the debt ceiling deal was signed into law. It included some permitting reform provisions, but Congress still has more to do here.

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Bill McKibben talks YIMBY and clean energy permitting reform

CCLers recently heard from Bill McKibben, a renowned author, educator, environmentalist and co-founder of 350.org and Third Act.

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Comparing permitting reform proposals across the political spectrum

Progressives, conservatives, and centrists have offered up numerous permitting reform bills. CCL's Dana Nuccitelli breaks them down here.

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D.C. update: Permitting proposals & CCL’s principles

What permitting proposals are in play, and what will CCLers lobby for in June? CCL’s Jennifer Tyler answers in a new legislative update.

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Clean energy: what’s the holdup?

To meet our clean energy goals, America needs to reform its permitting process for energy projects.

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The Role of Carbon Capture in Climate Change Policy
The role of carbon capture in climate change policy

Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) can help maintain stability in our energy systems while maximizing the rate of decarbonization through an orderly transition.

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How to meet the grid decarbonization challenge

What mix of energy sources and technologies will help us decarbonize the grid? We explore wind, solar, nuclear, hydropower, geothermal, and more.

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Why are trees important to the environment?
Why are trees important to the environment?

When CCL announced our policy expansion in December of 2022, one of the four new areas we decided to explore was healthy forests. But you may be wondering — why are trees important to the environment?

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The little-known physical and mental health benefits of urban trees
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CCLers excited for new advocacy possibilities after policy expansion

Since CCL announced our policy expansion, many volunteers have expressed excitement about these fresh angles for effective climate advocacy.

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