55: California Senator Ben Allen's Vision for a Greener California

Matt Matern speaks with California Senator Ben Allen about progress with SB 343 and the challenges of passing SB 54, aiming to phase out non-recyclable plastics. They discussed AB 1395's goals for emission reductions and the contentious role of carbon capture.

Senator Allen emphasized public involvement in environmental legislation, the potential of green hydrogen, and the need to balance incentives for rooftop solar with fair regulations.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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