Fair Climate Fly-In Webinar:Gearing Up For DC

Ryan Salmon Coordinator, Global Warming Solutions Program

Fly-In Preview

• Tuesday– Registration– Advocacy training– Reception and dinner

• Wednesday– Administration breakfast– Hill meetings– Head home

Advocacy training

• Why come to DC?• Political lay of the land• Overview of the American Power Act• Taking your story to the Hill and

making your ASK• Planning your meetings

Why come to DC?

• Now is the time to pass a climate bill– Climate science is becoming more alarming– Our energy security is at risk– Making the transition to a clean energy future

presents huge a economic opportunity

• The legislation is in play• Chance to make your voice heard

– Ensure legislation is fair

Political lay of the land

• The House of Representatives passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act on June 26, 2009

• Copenhagen Climate Summit in December of 2009

• The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee reported the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act on November 5, 2009

Political lay of the land

• Senators Kerry (D-MA), Graham (R-SC), and Lieberman (I-CT) work on a bi-partisan bill, December to April

• Immigration and Gulf Coast oil spill, Senator Graham leaves negotiations

• Senators Kerry and Lieberman move forward, releasing bill today

• We’re in limbo…

Political lay of the land

• Narrow window to pass a climate bill– Before July recess

• Tough road to 60 votes in the Senate– Big block of swing votes– Need bi-partisan support

• Comprehensive climate and energy bill versus energy only approach– Politics of offshore drilling have changed

American Power Act

• Being released today• Haven’s seen language yet• What we know:

– Targets are the same as the House-passed bill: 17% by 2020, 83% by 2050 (from 2005 levels)

• Retains some Clean Air Act authority to regulate global warming pollution

American Power Act

• Clean energy incentives• More revenue for consumers• Major areas of compromise

– Nuclear power– Offshore oil and gas– Carbon capture and sequestration

NWF Position – Invest in Solutions

Clean Green Fair

Mitigate price impact to consumers, clean energy jobs training, safeguard communities from climate impacts

Investment in RD&D of renewable energy, transportation efficiency, smart grid, etc.

Dedicated funds to safeguard natural resources, protect international forests, etc.

Taking your story to the Hill

• We will provide an overview of the legislation through a fairness lens

• Each of you has a unique story to tell• Lawmakers need to hear from you• How do you put your story into the

context of national legislation?

Making your ASK

• Pass a strong climate bill• What should legislation include?

Planning your meetings

• You’ll have time during the training• If you haven’t lobbied, don’t worry• Approach like a casual conversation• Members and staffers• In the meeting

– Tell your story – Make your ask

Scheduling your meetings

• This is why you’re coming, so it’s important to get these scheduled

• Order of priority– Member meeting– Legislative director, energy and/or

environment LA– Available staffer

Questions?

Safe travels!We look forward to meeting you.