DNC Environment and Climate Crisis Council

Trump administration orders aging Colorado coal plant to stay open, one day before closing The move continues the Trump administration’s support of coal, but drew a furious response from environmental groups and Colorado officials.

Maybe Trump feels an affinity with coal plants and so wants to keep them running? They are, after all, very like Trump himself: Expensive, disgusting and long past their planned retirement dates.

New EPA Proposal Would Strip States’ and Tribes’ Authority to Block Oil and Gas Pipelines, Other Infrastructure Projects - Inside Climate News Environmental advocates warn the changes deprive states and tribes of their rights and weaken freshwater-quality protections.

Trump's EPA wants to reward his Big Oil and Gas donors by fast-tracking fossil fuel projects, stripping State and Tribal of power to protect against projects' groundwater impacts, stormwater runoff or water withdrawals. Final rule expcted this spring. #EnvironmentalJustice #CleanWater

Data centers are facing an image problem. The tech industry is spending millions to rebrand them. Through television ads and online campaigns, industry-backed groups are promising jobs, clean energy, and lower electricity bills.

Be skeptical of the Big Tech hype: data centers deliver vanishingly few long-term jobs and the subsidies run $1M+ per job created, on average - a cost borne by taxpayers. #DataCenter

Welcome! Register for the Moratorium NOW: National AI Data Center Organizing Call. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Welcome! Register for the Moratorium NOW: National AI Data Center Organizing Call. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

TONIGHT: Senator @sanders.senate.gov is holding a national data center discussion at 7pm ET. It's a chance to amplify and raise visibility around data center fights - I've been to 15 states in the last year, communities are resisting in every one of them. #datacenter us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

War with Iran could create "historic" disruptions in global energy markets High oil prices could bring economic ripple effects that cut both ways for the environment.

Trump's reckless war of choice in the Middle East is already raising energy prices, further straining already strapped American families and businesses.

If the war continues, it could get much worse. Trump's disinvestment from wind and solar energy exposes Americans to volatile fossil fuel markets.

Republicans aim to exempt major polluters from Pfas cleanup costs Water treatment and landfill companies given chance to make case that EPA rules should not apply to them

Disgusting: Congressional Republicans held a hearing to let PFAS polluters make the case that they shouldn't have to pay to clean up the toxin. We need #PolluterPay legislation💧#PFAS #ForeverChemicals

Environmental Groups Demand a Nationwide Freeze on Data Center Construction - Inside Climate News In a letter to Congress, the groups said data center development raises concerns about rising energy costs, water use and climate impacts. Many communities are fighting back.

The AI industry could emit as much CO2 as 10 MILLION cars at this rate of data center growth. Communities are fighting back: 200+ groups are urging Congress to declare a moratorium. 💪 #EnvironmentalJustice

First, the frogs died. Then people got sick. An emerging area of research is uncovering hidden links between nature and human health.

A fungus - aided and abetted by climate change - is killing frogs across the planet. Fewer frogs = more mosquitos = more malaria. Preserving nature and our wild creatures is key to our future. 🐸😷 #ClimateChange #Malaria

AI boom fuels "environmental justice" fears in communities of color Al data centers promise jobs in needed areas

More than 230 US data centers are located in places heavily burdened by pollution — communities that are disproportionately Black, Brown, Indigenous and poor. Not acceptable. #EnvironmentalJustice #ClimateAction

A Massive, Chinese-Backed Port in Peru Could Push the Amazon Rainforest Over the Edge - Inside Climate News The ultra-sophisticated port north of Lima will revolutionize global trade, but it’s already sparking destructive new routes through the world’s most climate-critical ecosystem.

A new megaport in Peru could accelerate deforestation and push the Amazon past the brink of recovery. We need renewable energy and conservation. Not forest destruction. 🌳🏝️ #ClimateChange

LINE 5 HEARING: Today, the Supreme Court hears arguments from Michigan AG @dananessel.bsky.social that Enbridge Line 5 litigation belongs in state-not federal-courts.

Implications for our Great Lakes, clean air and climate could be big. 🙏to AG Nessel. Listen: www.supremecourt.gov/oral_argumen...

More than 80% of flying fox colony wiped out as January heatwaves kill thousands of bats Only 180 bats survived intense heat in South Australian town, including 34 babies that carers say face months of recovery

In Australia, a January heatwave killed thousands of flying fox bats. These bats carry seeds to over 300 different kind of plants.🦇🌱Events like these will only continue to happen if we do not slow climate change #GlobalWarming

A National Infrastructure Bank will give consistent funding for green energy and crucial infrastructure. Chair Deatrick joined a discussion hosted by the Coalition Bank on their proposed legislation and opportunities an #NIB would bring to Michigan.

Michelle's remarks: youtu.be/v0r55N6EqrE?...

We're standing up to Trump's attacks on our planet, workers, farmers, freedoms and international law. Everything’s on the line. Follow us at @DNCClimate on Instagram to get livestreams, calls to action, climate updates & IG-only reels: www.instagram.com/DNCClimate/

Ramadan Mubarak to all who observe! Wishing you a meaningful and blessed Ramadan. #Ramadan2026

Winning Ground: Climate, Campaigns & the Waukesha Path Forward · Mobilize Join special guest Michelle Deatrick, Chair of the DNC Environment & Climate Crisis Council, for a focused and timely conversation on winning local campaigns with smart, effective environmental messag...

Wisconsin: Chair Deatrick is thrilled to join the dynamic Waukesha County Democrats 💪 on Wed. 2/18!
@wisdems.org #ClimateChange #EnvironmentalJustice

RSVP: mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

AAPI and the Environment -- A Panel Discussion · WisDems The Democratic Party of Wisconsin AAPI Caucus, with support from co-hosts College Democrats of UW Madison and the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Environmental Caucus, is pleased to present an important...

Wisconsin: Chair Deatrick is delighted to engage with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin AAPI Caucus, the UW Madison College Democrats, and the WisDems Environmental Caucus 🪴 on Mon. 2/16! @WisDems @UWMadison #ClimateChange #Wisconsin

RSVP: www.mobilize.us/wisdems/even...

'Fighting for Our Lives': Youth Sue to Block Utah Fossil Fuel Permits | Common Dreams Utah youth filed a lawsuit to block state permits for fossil fuel development, citing harm to their health and safety.

18 year old, Utahn Natalie Roberts: “Some days I can’t even go outside because the air is so polluted. I get headaches, feel dizzy when it’s too hot, and sometimes I can’t even see down my own street because of smoke."

🙏Thanks to the Utahns suing polluting agencies to protect their health.

Climate change disproportionately harms women and girls - and scientists with their perspectives and voices are crucial to facing the threats to people and planet. Celebrating women and girls in science today and always! 🧪 👩‍🔬👩🏾‍🔬#InternationalWomenandGirlsInScienceDay

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Texas loss delivers warning to Republicans in critical election year An election for a state Senate seat has unnerved Republicans, after the Democratic candidate delivered a surprise win.

Congratulations to Taylor Rehmet, who just flipped a deep red Texas legislature seat to blue! A union leader who campaigned on education and affordability, Rehmet swung the district by 31+ points.

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Trump Proposal to Weaken Endangered Species Act Will 'Accelerate the Extinction Crisis,' Green Groups Warn | Common Dreams Green groups warn the Trump admin's proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act will "accelerate the extinction crisis." Threatened species will lose protections, and the government will be able to...

400K+ Americans sent in their opposition to Trump's proposal to weaken the Endangered Species Act. We the people care about wild creatures and our Earth - not the corporate billionaires Trump's proposal would help.🦏🐅🐬

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2/2 Job losses are mostly harming youth right now, but that is changing fast. A Senate report shows that a mind-blowing 100 MILLION jobs could be lost to AI and AI automation in the next 10 years.

AI adoption linked to 13% decline in jobs for young U.S. workers, Stanford study reveals A Standford study has found evidence that the widespread adoption of generative AI is impacting the job prospects of early career workers.

1/2 Stanford study finds that since 2022, 13% of young US workers' jobs have been lost to AI.

#JobLoss #artificialintelligence #WorkerRights

While Trump slashes environmental protections, state governments led by Dems are acting to protecting our air, water, and future:
✔️ Illinois phases in sale of energy-efficient 💡- reducing utility bills
✔️ California fully bans plastic bags in grocery stores
✔️ Colorado legally protects wild bison 🦬

📆 Climate Crisis Youth Forum TODAY Monday 2/2 6:30p ET: DNC Climate Council Chair Deatrick joins the Univ. of Florida College Dems, GenCLEO UF & Sunrise Gainesville to discuss climate as a winning issue and the key youth vote. @fladems.bsky.social

RSVP: www.mobilize.us/alachuadems/...

Think Green, Vote Blue: Working Together To Elect Environmental Democrats · Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida Join us while we discuss our 2026 DECF election strategy. Learn how Democrats are winning with environmental issues, in Florida and nationally. Hear from: - Nikki Fried, Florida Democratic Party...

⚡ THIS SUNDAY 2/1 1pm ET: Join Chair Deatrick and FL Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried for a discussion on the environment as a winning issue and strategies for the 2026 elections. Hosted by the dynamic DECF!
@nikkifried.bsky.social #EnvironmentalJustice 💪

RSVP: www.mobilize.us/decf/event/8...

Trump’s Policies Risk Texas’ New Solar and Battery Projects - Inside Climate News Two-thirds of Texas’ future solar and storage developments are at risk of delay or cancellation due to regulatory uncertainty, a report warns.

Trump is driving up Texans' energy bills and destroying jobs with a regulatory mess that puts 165 Texas renewable energy projects - 2/3 of future 🌞 and 🔋 projects - at risk. #AffordableEnergy #CleanEnergy

Good Green Trouble: “Doing the Dirty” Environmental Justice Town Hall · Mobilize Good Green Trouble: “Doing the Dirty” Environmental Justice Town Hall Join the Duval Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida (DECF) and the Florida DECF Environmental Justice Coalition for a power...

💙💚Honored to kick off the DNC Climate Council's Florida Listening and Organizing Tour with this Environmental Justice Townhall in Jacksonville on Saturday, Jan. 31. Gratitude to Dr. Gamble and Chair Lipp for organizing and hosting. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...