Citizens' Climate Lobby

Citizens\' Climate Lobby
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Official podcast for climate heroes from Citizens' Climate Lobby. We're creating the political will for a livable world.

  1. 3d ago

    CCL Training: Election Engagement Activities For Your Chapter

    For the 2026 election season, the Election Engagement Action Team is focused on helping CCL volunteers take meaningful, nonpartisan action—connecting with candidates, supporting voter turnout, and strengthening grassroots engagement. Join this training to explore the three key areas that the team supports CCL volunteers and chapters stay engaged in meaningful action. Build relationships with candidates across the aisle. Engage early in primary and general election cycles to understand candidates’ priorities, share CCL’s approach, and lay the groundwork for future congressional relationships. Support voter turnout through trusted partners. Collaborate with groups like the Environmental Voter Project to help mobilize climate-concerned voters through phone banking and other outreach opportunities. Activate grassroots engagement through CCL-led efforts Empower volunteers to participate in nonpartisan activities like postcarding, voter research parties, and community outreach that strengthen civic participation and build political will for climate solutions. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (3:20) Why is CCL Engaging?  (8:00) Actions We’re Taking (10:30) Public Voter Outreach (16:35) Getting CCLers to Vote (27:11) Candidate Engagement Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/election-engagement-slides   Log Your Attendance: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5yUP000000IDTRYA4   Election Engagement Action Team: https://cclusa.org/eeat

  2. Aug 10

    August 2026 National Monthly Meeting | Flannery Winchester | Citizens Climate Lobby

    Our August meeting, hosted by CCL Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Flannery Winchester, will debrief CCL’s 2026 Summer Conference and Lobby Day. From the impact and impression we made on Capitol Hill, to the insights and inspiration we got during conference programming — this call will catch you up on it all!  Skip ahead to the following section(s):  (0:00) Intro and Road Map  (4:22) Conference Recap  (20:10) Mindy Ahler's Reflections and First Time Lobbyists  (31:10) Volunteer Highlights  (33:23) August Action Sheet  (36:43) Inclusion Conference 2026  (41:19) Live Action  (46:50) BRIDGE Training  August Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet   Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1216233409   BRIDGE Training: https://cclusa.org/BRIDGE

  3. Jul 24

    CCL Training: Motivational Interviewing for Climate Advocacy (BRIDGE Training #7)

    Learn the core mindset and tools of Motivational Interviewing from long time CCL leader John Sabin, including how to use OARS and listen for change talk so others discover their own reasons to support climate solutions. This training is being held before CCL's annual lobby day by request to help support all our volunteer leaders preparing for their meetings with Congress become more fluent with Motivational Interviewing approaches. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (3:36) Overview of MI (5:58) Reflective Listening Skills (15:09) Speaking Skills (19:55) Spirit of MI Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/BRIDGE-7-Slides   Log your training: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5yUP000000EAifYAG   CCL Community Training Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/BRIDGE/Unit-3/Training-1

  4. Jul 17

    CCL Training: Summer 2026 Lobby Training #1: Primary & Secondary Asks

    Join CCL's Vice President for Government Affairs Jennifer Tyler, Congressional Liaison Program Director Mindy Ahler, and Research Manager Dana Nuccitelli for a training that will review the updates and context for CCL's Summer 2026 Primary and Secondary Asks as well as guidance for lobby teams as they plan their in-person meetings. This is a recommended training for any CCL volunteer planning on being a part of their group's Summer 2026 Lobby Meeting (as well as the July 21 Lobby Training #2 - CCL's Lobby Plans and Q&A). Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (1:53) What’s happening in Congress? (6:58) Permitting Reform – Big & Urgent (13:35) Status of Permitting Negotiations (15:02) Permitting Reform Asks (26:11) Fix Our Forests Act (30:46) Forest Service Appropriations Q&A Discussion (https://vimeo.com/1210693212/1391680684 ) Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/summer-2026-training  Log Your Training:  https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5yUP000000Arr3YAC    Permitting Reform Toolkit:  https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/permitting-reform-toolkit

  5. Jul 16

    CCL Training: Introduction to Permitting Reform Basics

    Permitting reform has emerged as the biggest and most important clean energy and climate policy area in the current session of Congress. But what are 'permitting' and 'permitting reform,' why does CCL consider it such an important climate solution, and what is the data underpinning that conclusion? Join CCL's VP of Government Affairs Jenn Tyler and Research Manager Dana Nuccitelli to learn the answers to these questions and why CCL is leaning into permitting reform as the key climate policy solution of 2026.   Skip ahead to the following section(s): (https://cclusa.org/permitting-reform-basics  Log your training: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5y8X000000lMgKQAU  Training Topic: https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/clean-energy-permitting-reform

  6. Jul 10

    CCL Training: Foundations of Celebration for CCL’s Progress in Congress

    Passing federal climate legislation is extraordinarily difficult and understanding that reality helps us better appreciate the impact of effective advocacy. This training explores the complex ecosystem surrounding Congress: the legislative process, committee politics, bipartisan dynamics, competing lobbying interests, funding realities, and the many pathways organizations use to pursue climate solutions. Join CCL Policy Fellow and long-time leader Dr. Danny Richter for a behind-the-scenes look at how legislation actually moves (or doesn’t move) through Congress, participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the persistence, relationship-building, and strategic timing required to create meaningful change. We’ll also examine where Citizens’ Climate Lobby fits within the broader climate movement and why CCL’s bipartisan, Congress-focused approach often succeeds despite operating with far fewer resources than many national organizations. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (3:29) By The Numbers (12:00) Time and Process (26:45) Other Lobbyists (34:00) The Ecosystem (44:16) Closing Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/foundations-of-celebration  Log Your Training: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5yUP000000Hnh3YAC

  7. Jun 26

    CCL Training: The Scale of Support: Defining the Next Step (BRIDGE Training #6)

    Practice assessing where your Member of Congress stands on one of policies CCL supports and choose a realistic next-step ask that strengthens trust and steadily builds political will over time. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (3:53) Support Scale Background (7:28) Purpose of the Support Scale (14:16) Connection to BRIDGE Trainings 4 and 5   (16:49) Understanding Each Support Scale Level (31:12) Stories and Examples of the Scale in Action (42:51) Looking Ahead and Final Thoughts Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/BRIDGE-6-Slides    BRIDGE # 6 Training Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/BRIDGE/Unit-2/Training-3 Log Your Attendance: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5yUP000000EAdpYAG

  8. Jun 19

    CCL Training: Summer 2026 Conference & Lobby Day Q&A

    Are you curious about what to expect about CCL's Summer 2026 Conference and Lobby Days or have a question about any final details? Join Alison Kubicsko, National Events Director and Mindy Ahler CCL Congressional Liaison Director for a final walk-through of the who, what, and where for CCL's Conference and Lobby Days to help you prepare for what to expect with the schedule, logistics, and details. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:46) Conference Details  (14:58) Lobby Day Logistics Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/lobby-conference-qa  Log your attendance: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5y8X0000005xWbQAI   Lobby Day Tool Kit: https://community.citizensclimate.org/lobby-meeting-toolkit  Preparing for the 2026 Lobby Day and Conference:  https://cclusa.org/preparing-for-lobby-day

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Official podcast for climate heroes from Citizens' Climate Lobby. We're creating the political will for a livable world.

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  • Creator
    Citizens\' Climate Lobby
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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    Clean
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