VCV and VPIRG Post-Election Press Conference with Climate Leaders
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From the Vermont Conservation Voters:
Results are in; Vermont voters overwhelmingly elected pro-environment and pro-climate lawmakers in the general election, resulting in a resounding call for action to combat the intensifying climate crisis and support a resilient Vermont.
Several of Vermont’s leading environmental organizations host a virtual press conference to discuss the results of the 2022 General Election, and what it means for Vermonters – particularly when it comes to addressing the intensifying environmental crisis. Hear from advocates and legislative Climate Solutions Caucus leaders on what the election results signify, and what is next for climate action in Vermont.
Speakers include:
Lauren Hierl, Executive Director, Vermont Conservation Voters
Paul Burns, Executive Director, Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG)
Senator-elect Becca White and Representative Gabrielle Stebbins, members of the Climate Solutions Caucus leadership team
Jordan Heiden, Climate Campaign Manager, VPIRG
Johanna Miller, Energy & Climate Program Director, Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC) and Vermont Climate Council Member (Environmental Rep)
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