We did it! President Biden has signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act, the largest federal climate and clean energy bill in American history. And you helped make it possible. Watch our video celebrating this historic moment.
EnviroVoters Recommendations: Hidden Nature Gems in California
Up and down the state, California is full of natural beauty and wonder. So the EnviroVoters staff has recommended some of their favorite parks, beaches, and nature spots that are perhaps a little less famous and less crowded than Yosemite and Joshua Tree but no less majestic. Check out our staff suggestions for hidden outdoor gems in California to visit this summer:
Watch: SB 260 Will Hold Corporate Polluters Accountable
SB 260, the Climate Corporate Accountability Act, would provide necessary transparency and accountability by requiring big corporations to publicly disclose their full carbon footprint. The bill has already passed the State Senate and two key Assembly committees, but we need your help to get it over the finish line. Will you call your Assemblymember and urge them to support SB 260?
Watch: Public Lands Are a Potential Powerhouse
One big solution to solving the climate crisis is public lands. Nearly one quarter of the state is conserved public lands, including national and state public parks and wildlife reserves, and they are a potential powerhouse when it comes to reducing carbon emissions. Watch our video to learn more about the importance of public lands:
How to Keep Cool in the Heat
Extreme heat is one of the deadliest consequences of the climate crisis, and as the temperature creeps up so too does the risk it poses to us all. We need to do things on our own to mitigate the heat in our own homes and communities. Here are some tips for keeping cool this summer, so you can not just manage the heat but thrive this summer:
Eat a Peach! Head to your Local Farmers Market for Sustainable (and Tasty) Produce
It’s summer time, and you know what that means in California: the best seasonal produce, especially at Farmers Markets! Summer is the best time for fruits and vegetables, and there’s no better place to buy them than at Farmers Markets or through Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs), which delivers produce directly from a farm to its subscribers on a weekly basis.
Watch: Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Advanced Clean Cars II
Cars are the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is considering the Advanced Clean Cars II Rule, which represents a significant opportunity to move the needle in the deepening climate crisis. Watch our video to learn more about this critical policy, why the proposal doesn’t go far enough, and how we are going to strengthen it.
How to Vote in the California Primary Election
This is a landmark year for voting California as permanent, universal mail-in voting was passed by Governor Newsom last fall. Here is a breakdown of all you need to know to make sure your vote is counted this June 7:
Climate Insider Donor Spotlight – Interview with Noel Perry
“What’s so important about CA Environmental Voters is that they’re in Sacramento, ready to fight for the right policies to make California better when it comes to climate change. The organization is fighting for votes in the legislature and working with the governor to achieve the goals that are so important for the preservation of the planet, and for life on earth, by reducing emissions in California.”
Watch: Double Down on Climate Investments in the California Budget
Given that California has a historic budget surplus of over $97 billion, now is the time to make a down payment on our future and double down on our climate investment. Governor Newsom’s budget proposals are historic but insufficient to meet our biggest challenge: making California fossil fuel free in a way that is economically and racially just. We need to invest 5% of the state budget on climate. Watch our video to learn more about what a Climate Courage Budget entails.
EnviroVoters California Primary Election Guide: Getting Ready to Vote
At EnviroVoters, we are on a path to gain a climate majority in the State Legislature. Check out these election resources to make sure you’re ready to vote in the California Primaries:
Q&A with Assemblymember and Democracy Champion Mike Fong
Assemblymember Mike Fong is leading the charge to close the participation gap for youth and people of color, who are underrepresented in our democracy, by calling for an $85 million investment in voter education and outreach. He spoke to EnviroVoters about how to make our democracy more representative and where non-English languages fit in:
