Called a practical environmentalist, Michael Regan has experience dealing with state agencies and is expected to tackle climate change and environmental justice.
Students learned about environmental justice and how to bring climate action to their schools. We talk with one inspiring teen who helped organize the event.
The plan calls for $600 billion to transition from fossil fuels to greener energy. “If we do nothing, over the next 10 years, our four-state region will lose 100,000 jobs."
If the Senate stays under Republican control, it would likely prevent sweeping climate legislation, and progressive cabinet nominees. But there's a lot Biden could do in the executive branch.
Analysts say exiting the landmark climate agreement is not only a blow to climate action, but hinders the U.S.'s ability to participate in the economics of the future.