More and more Georgians are concerned about what global warming will mean for the health and well-being of future generations. We’re working in Georgia and at the federal level to reduce global warming pollution by at least 15 percent by 2020 and 80 percent by 2050—the science-based reductions needed to protect future generations.
Georgia is already a big part of the problem, as a state we are 22nd largest emitter of global warming pollution. Unfortunately, Georgia is lining up for a sprint in the wrong direction.
Recently, a new power plant was proposed near Macon Georgia. This plant will pollute our air and water, increase global warming pollution, and cost billions of dollars that could have been spent on energy efficiency and renewables.
Thankfully, it is not too late. States all over the country are making the decision to stop the construction of dirty and costly coal plants in favor of cleaner solutions. At the same time, Congress has a big oppotunity this summer to pass policies such as renewable electricity and energy efficiency standards and tax credits that can lead to real solutions that are good for our economy and good for the environment More.
