How States Powered Climate Policy in 2021

Political Climate

2021 was a productive year for climate policy – particularly for U.S. states. Both red and blue states passed ambitious climate bills last year. Several of the new laws address emissions from multiple sectors of the economy, include strong labor provisions and center environmental justice in meaningful ways.

In the first Political Climate episode of 2022, we look at some of the biggest political wins of 2021 that took place around the country. From Oregon and Illinois joining the party on 100% emissions-free electricity, to a wide-ranging cap-and-trade bill in Washington and a net zero goal in North Carolina, there was no shortage of action.

Host Julia Pyper speaks with Canary Media’s Jeff St. John about key elements of these new state policies, how they came to pass, and why they’re so significant.

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Recommended reading:

• Canary Media: The top 6 ambitious state climate laws passed in 2021
• Political Climate: Winning political messages with David Roberts
• Canary Media: Washington state now has the nation’s most ambitious climate policy
• Canary Media: Illinois’ new climate bill is ambitious, justice-focused and a model for the nation

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