Alex Simpkins, alexander.simpkins@sierraclub.org
WASHINGTON D.C.- The Senate Special Committee on the Climate Crisis today released The Case for Climate Action: Building a Clean Economy for the American People. This report details a plan by Senate Democrats to address the climate crisis by reaching a goal of net-zero emissions by 2050, as well as increased climate investments in disadvantaged and vulnerable communities. The report was produced without any engagement from Senate Republicans. The release of this report, alongside the comprehensive House climate plan, showcases Democratic efforts to address the climate crisis.
In response Sierra Club Climate Policy Director Liz Perera released the following statement.
“We applaud Senate Democrats for putting together a detailed plan to address the climate crisis, while their Republican colleagues continued to sit on the sideline.
“As the West is on fire and two hurricanes are set to strike the U.S., it’s clear we’re past the point of rhetoric; Washington must take immediate action on the climate crisis. We look forward to continuing to work with Congressional Democrats to take meaningful climate action and demand Congressional Republicans prioritize their constituents' health and safety, not corporate polluters’ profit margin.”
About the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 3.5 million members and supporters. In addition to protecting every person's right to get outdoors and access the healing power of nature, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit www.sierraclub.org.