The Climate Adaptation Imperative: Front-Line Lessons for Global Solutions Past EventSep 19, 2023 The Climate Adaptation Imperative: Front-Line Lessons for Global Solutions In partnership with the Columbia Climate School, join experts from around the world to learn why climate adaptation and resilience planning is an essential part of the response to the climate crisis. Sep 19, 2023
How the Federal Government Can Hold the Oil and Gas Industry Accountable ReportSep 19, 2023 How the Federal Government Can Hold the Oil and Gas Industry Accountable Oil and gas companies have been cheating the leasing and drilling system for years, but the Biden administration has the tools to hold them accountable. Sep 19, 2023 Mariel Lutz, Jenny Rowland-Shea
Implementing America’s Clean Energy Future: Leveraging Federal Investments To Support State and Local Climate Leadership Past EventSep 14, 2023 Implementing America’s Clean Energy Future: Leveraging Federal Investments To Support State and Local Climate Leadership Please join the State-Federal Climate Initiative at the Center for American Progress to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing states and local governments as they look to implement historic levels of federal climate funding. Sep 14, 2023 Satya Rhodes-Conway, Dr. Pete Wyckoff, Kate Johnson, 2 More Harold Mitchell, Sam Ricketts
Implementing America’s Clean Energy Future Implementing America’s Clean Energy Future This report provides recommendations for how states and local governments, federal agencies, and other interested parties can work together to advance climate leadership at the state and local levels. Sep 14, 2023 Sam Ricketts, Chris Bast, Hannah Argento-McCurdy, 3 More Elisia Hoffman, Nate Fowler, Kacey Clayton
Opinion: Big Three automakers need to step up for the workers who keep them profitable In the NewsSep 8, 2023 Opinion: Big Three automakers need to step up for the workers who keep them profitable In a MarketWatch op-ed, Mike Williams argues why the Big Three automakers need to work with the UAW to do right by autoworkers and to help fight against climate change. Sep 8, 2023 MarketWatch Mike Williams
NEPA Permitting Process Crucial to Renewable Infrastructure Project Success ReportSep 7, 2023 NEPA Permitting Process Crucial to Renewable Infrastructure Project Success Five clean energy infrastructure examples span a range of recent projects nationwide and demonstrate best practices for improving infrastructure projects. Sep 7, 2023 Edward (Ted) Boling, Kerensa Gimre
5 Major Renewable Infrastructure Projects Show Value of NEPA Permitting Process ArticleSep 7, 2023 5 Major Renewable Infrastructure Projects Show Value of NEPA Permitting Process Five clean energy infrastructure examples show how public engagement and environmental review work to improve infrastructure projects, not slow them. Sep 7, 2023 Auburn Bell
How Regulators Can Help Credit Unions Manage Climate Risk in the Communities They Serve ArticleAug 15, 2023 How Regulators Can Help Credit Unions Manage Climate Risk in the Communities They Serve Credit unions and their members are especially vulnerable to multiple and growing climate threats, requiring more guidance from regulators on how to mitigate these risks. Aug 15, 2023 Crystal Weise, David Correa
5 Ways the EPA Can Strengthen Carbon Standards for Power Plants ArticleAug 8, 2023 5 Ways the EPA Can Strengthen Carbon Standards for Power Plants The Environmental Protection Agency must strengthen the standards for carbon emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants. Aug 8, 2023 Rachel Chang, Shannon Baker-Branstetter, Trevor Higgins
Insurers’ Failure on Climate Disasters Imperils Financial System In the NewsJul 11, 2023 Insurers’ Failure on Climate Disasters Imperils Financial System Lilith Fellowes-Granda argues that the current state-by-state regulation of insurers falls short of addressing climate-impacted risks and why the federal government needs to step in. Jul 11, 2023 Bloomberg Lilith Fellowes-Granda
Comments on the National Credit Union Administration’s Request for Information Regarding Climate-Related Financial Risk ArticleJun 27, 2023 Comments on the National Credit Union Administration’s Request for Information Regarding Climate-Related Financial Risk The Center for American Progress submitted a comment to the National Credit Union Administration on the effects of climate-related financial risks and the steps to manage and mitigate exposure to those risks. Jun 27, 2023 Crystal Weise, David Correa, Lilith Fellowes-Granda
The Health Care Costs of Extreme Heat ReportJun 27, 2023 The Health Care Costs of Extreme Heat Daily climate and health care utilization data from Virginia illuminate the health care costs of extreme heat, which amount to approximately $1 billion every summer when extrapolated nationally. Jun 27, 2023 Steven Woolf, Joseph Morina, Evan French, 6 More Adam Funk, Roy Sabo, Stephen Fong, Jeremy Hoffman, Derek Chapman, Alex Krist
A Framework for Federal Mining Reform: Impact Planning, Benefits Sharing, and Asset-Based Revenue Management ReportJun 22, 2023 A Framework for Federal Mining Reform: Impact Planning, Benefits Sharing, and Asset-Based Revenue Management Building a new clean energy economy will require mining for minerals used in renewable energy technologies, creating a mining boom that policymakers should leverage by helping affected communities build resilient and equitable economies. Jun 22, 2023 Mark Haggerty, Jackson Rose, Toni Ruth
Ecosystem Benefits of the Thompson Divide Mineral Withdrawal ArticleJun 13, 2023 Ecosystem Benefits of the Thompson Divide Mineral Withdrawal The Thompson Divide hosts more than 110,000 acres of some of Colorado’s most high-quality, undeveloped, and valuable habitat for wildlife, making it worthy of a 20-year withdrawal from oil and gas leasing. Jun 13, 2023 Sharon Ferguson, Jenny Rowland-Shea
Upwell: A Wave of Ocean Justice Past EventJun 7, 2023 Upwell: A Wave of Ocean Justice Please join Azul, the Center for American Progress, and Urban Ocean Lab for an online symposium on the rising tide of justice and equity in ocean policy. Jun 7, 2023 Angelo Villagomez, Marce Gutiérrez-Graudiņš, Johanna Lee, 11 More Charitie Ropati, Peter Edwards, Olivia Lopez, Colette Pichon Battle, Helen Smith, Carlos Ochoa, Marquise Stillwell, Eddie Gonzalez, GiGi Lucas, Dr. Nevada Winrow, Anupa Asokan
The Truth About Offshore Wind: Busting Oil Money Myths and Misinformation ArticleJun 6, 2023 The Truth About Offshore Wind: Busting Oil Money Myths and Misinformation Misinformation and falsehoods about offshore wind are running rampant online and in legislatures; here’s what they get wrong. Jun 6, 2023 Michael Freeman
Executive Summary: How Exemptions From Securities Laws Put Investors and the Economy at Risk ArticleMar 22, 2023 Executive Summary: How Exemptions From Securities Laws Put Investors and the Economy at Risk A new report from the Center for American Progress explains why Congress and the SEC should roll back public registration and reporting exemptions that undermine the basic bargain of the securities laws. Mar 22, 2023 Tyler Gellasch, Alexandra Thornton, Crystal Weise
How Exemptions From Securities Laws Put Investors and the Economy at Risk ReportMar 22, 2023 How Exemptions From Securities Laws Put Investors and the Economy at Risk Congress and the SEC should roll back public registration and reporting exemptions that undermine the basic bargain of the securities laws; companies seeking to raise capital from the public must first disclose reliable information about their operations, finances, and governance. Mar 22, 2023 Tyler Gellasch, Alexandra Thornton, Crystal Weise
5 Policy Priorities for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization ArticleMar 20, 2023 5 Policy Priorities for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization The reauthorization of Federal Aviation Administration programs should provide dedicated funding for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from airplanes and airports, an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge, and decent wages and benefits for airport service workers. Mar 20, 2023 Kevin DeGood, Karla Walter
What the U.S. Must Bring to the 2023 U.N. Loss and Damage Negotiations To Address Climate Change Impacts ArticleMar 20, 2023 What the U.S. Must Bring to the 2023 U.N. Loss and Damage Negotiations To Address Climate Change Impacts The United States must show up to loss and damage discussions this year with solidarity, constructive negotiating positions, and credible finance solutions so that the world can not only address the losses and damages of climate change, but also continue to pursue ambitious climate mitigation goals. Mar 20, 2023 Cassidy Childs
Sacred Stories: Indigenous-led Conservation of Lands and Waterways Past EventMar 7, 2023 Sacred Stories: Indigenous-led Conservation of Lands and Waterways Please join the Center for American Progress, Native Americans in Philanthropy, and the Biodiversity Funders Group for a panel of storytellers discussing Indigenous-led conservation of lands and waterways. Mar 7, 2023
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Can Support Racial Equity in Homeownership and Environmental Justice Efforts ReportDec 8, 2022 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Can Support Racial Equity in Homeownership and Environmental Justice Efforts The government-sponsored enterprises are in a unique position to reduce the racial homeownership gap while simultaneously addressing climate change-related risks and systemic environmental racism. Dec 8, 2022 Michela Zonta
Elections Must Be Secure and Accessible for All in the Wake of Natural Disasters and Events ArticleNov 4, 2022 Elections Must Be Secure and Accessible for All in the Wake of Natural Disasters and Events Hurricane Ian was just the latest in a series of natural disasters and events that have disrupted elections; it’s past time we make elections climate resistant. Nov 4, 2022 Greta Bedekovics
Access to Federal Climate Data Can Empower Communities in Adaptation and Resilience Efforts ReportOct 27, 2022 Access to Federal Climate Data Can Empower Communities in Adaptation and Resilience Efforts The federal government must give local stakeholders and communities improved access to federal climate data to bolster climate resilience and adaptation efforts. Oct 27, 2022 Cassidy Childs, Anne Christianson, Mikyla Reta
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.