Issue Position: Uplift Climate And Environmental Justice

Climate change is one of the biggest threats to our state. There is no doubt that we must take immediate action to reduce carbon emissions and rectify the irreparable damage caused by human activity. While we all experience the effects of pollution and environmental degradation, due to the perpetual cycle of environmental racism, people of color and indigenous (POCI) communities are disproportionately impacted by environmental hazards. These communities should be at the center of our policies as we build toward a just future in our state.

Adopt statewide goal of 85% renewable energy by 2035
Fund community-owned solar energy programs
Hold industrial polluters accountable and provide reparations for the communities harmed by environmental racism
Provide support for cities to carry out mandatory lead-testing and abatement
Oppose the Line 3 pipeline and all future pipeline projects
Oppose sulfide mining in northern Minnesota, and instead, invest in green jobs programs in the region

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