EcoRight News
A compilation of news from the EcoRight.
Come here for the latest climate news from lawmakers, thought leaders, and rising voices in the EcoRight. Federal, state, and local issues and events are covered, and we feature commentary from EcoRight allies.
Outlook April 2026: Pro touch
Indiana Outreach Liaison Kacey Shriner and her million-dollar smile.Dear EcoRight Supporter, Real pros are real helpful. That’s the way it was in March in Indiana, and the way that we hope it...
The EcoRight Speaks ponders what next… how to keep the lights on in a modern world
his week’s knowledgeable guest comes to us from the Niskanen Center. Rachel Levine, the Senior Transmission Policy Analyst for Niskanen Center’s Climate and Energy team, gives us a quite digestible deep dive into transmission policy in the U.S. which, spoiler, is kinda crazy and sorely in need of updating and streamlining if we as a nation expect to meet 21st and 22nd century needs.
Climate Week En Review: Eat More Carrots
Good Friday. Right? When is a Friday not good? But in particular this one is great because I am ready for carrot cake (no raisins, please) and all the deviled eggs on Sunday. My kids might not be home to color Easter eggs anymore but that doesn’t mean I can’t decorate them!
The EcoRight Speaks on how we talk about climate solutions
What if climate policies could increase your health and your wealth? It would be a no-brainer that the U.S. would go hard on implementing those solutions, right?
Well, they do! Which begs the question, why don’t we lead with these facts when talking about climate change?
This episode’s guest tackles that very question.
Climate Week En Review: Down by the Seashore (NOT)
This weekend I was supposed to be in Florida, bidding a final goodbye to my childhood friend who passed away in November. A small gathering of us planned a sunset beach excursion, convening at one of her favorite places. There were lots of plans… combing the beach for seashells (her favorite activity) and ocean themed friend tattoos.
The EcoRight Speaks… to Rev. Jessica Moerman about how local action does make a difference
This episode’s special guest is no stranger to the show. Reverend Doctor Jessica Moerman is a climate and environmental scientist, pastor, educator, and advocate. She serves as the President and CEO of the Evangelical Environmental Network and is a Board Member of the National Association of Evangelicals.
Climate Week En Review: SPRING!
Are your daffodils blooming? I swear, my yard is the LAST on the block to get the sunny blooms, but I am thankful my neighbor has hundreds of cheerful flowers with staggering bloom time so there’s something to see all season long. The greenery popping up is really brightening my mood and hope it is yours, too.
The EcoRight Speaks talks energy transmission and more with Niskanen’s Liza Reed
Were you one of the listeners who requested Niskanen Center be featured on the show? If so, congratulations!
This week’s (super fun) conversation was with Liza Reed, Niskanen’s Director for Climate and Energy. An expert in High Voltage Direct Current, electricity transmission, and technology innovation, she worked on strategic initiatives for the Department of Energy’s Grid Deployment Office, including permitting and financing for electricity transmission.
Climate Week En Review: Friday the 13th? The Ides of March?
We blinked and the middle of March is here. I’m thinking about it being Friday the 13th (good luck!) and the Ides of March, all in one tidy weekend. And let’s not forget St. Patrick’s Day next week! Oh, and March Madness is (truly in many senses) here!
The EcoRight Speaks explores what’s next with AMS’s Alex Flint
In the first of a series we are calling “what’s next” where we explore where the possible activity or action is on climate change, our friend Alex Flint of Alliance for Market Solutions gives the bad news—we have very little time to save Social Security—but also the good news—a carbon tax can be part of that solution.
Outlook March 2026: Outreach!
Bob Inglis stands with republicEn's South Carolina Outreach Liaison, Ben Byrd.Dear EcoRight Supporter, A year ago, I was at Winthrop University for an event organized by Ben Byrd, a Winthrop...
Climate Week En Review: Getting Muddy
The theme of the week is rain and mud, which is very timely given not only the weather, but the podcast topic—and my state of mind!
Last week I had the honor of speaking virutally to a class at Texas A&M taught by one of our long-time members. With a focus on the 1980s-90s era of climate policy, perhaps my favorite part of my book, I appreciated the (nerdy) chance to share how things used to be with a classroom of students who have grown up in this hyper partisan era.