Issue Position: Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability

Issue Position

We clearly face a climate crisis, and Maine should continue to emerge as a leader in containing and reversing the damage humanity has done. Portland and South Portland launched an impressive joint effort in 2019, called One Climate Future. The aim is to develop a broad plan for buildings and energy use, transportation and land use, waste reduction, and climate resilience. In the first half of 2020, the cities will prioritize next steps and finalize the joint municipal plan. In the Maine House, I would be a strong supporter of these efforts. Being a bike and running commuter since 1997, I see there are tremendous opportunities to build bike- and pedestrian-safe infrastructure and enhance public transit. We also must grow Maine's renewable power capacity. Protecting our environment for future generations is a moral, ecologic, and economic imperative. The decisions we make today will largely determine the future of our planet.

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