Article Summary –
The article highlights the critical role Arizona voters play in addressing climate change, emphasizing that a significant portion of the electorate, particularly young Latino voters, prioritize clean energy and environmental issues in their voting decisions. It contrasts the starkly different environmental policies of the Biden-Harris administration, which supports extensive clean energy initiatives and water conservation efforts, with those of Trump, who has historically rolled back environmental regulations and promoted fossil fuel interests. The article encourages Arizona voters to consider the health impacts, water availability, and clean energy job benefits when voting, arguing that the outcome of the election could significantly influence the state’s environmental future.
If you’ve driven on Loop 202 recently, you might have seen ‘high pollution advisory’ signs. Maybe you’re feeling the effects more directly through dehydration or heat exhaustion from extreme summer temperatures.
No matter how you notice climate change, one thing is clear: Arizona voters prioritize the environment and clean energy and can act by voting this November.
In fact, 40% of Arizona voters and 60% of Latino voters aged 18-34 say the environment and clean energy are crucial to their presidential vote, according to Climate Power’s new poll results from a survey of 900 registered voters.
Shifting political leadership
Political leadership changes can redirect agendas and priorities, affecting clean energy investments in the state.
The candidates differ greatly in their energy policies. The Biden-Harris Clean Energy Plan, the most ambitious in U.S. history, protects health, water, and job security in Arizona. It aims to cut carbon pollution by up to 41% by 2030 and could save Americans up to $38 billion in electricity costs.
Water availability
Water conservation policies are crucial for Arizona voters to consider this election.
The Biden-Harris plan allocates $250 million for water conservation in the Lower Colorado River Basin and $25 million to improve drought resilience and water systems in Arizona.
Meanwhile, Trump aims to “gut” the EPA and eliminate clean energy investments, weakening environmental protections and bolstering fossil fuels.
Health impact
Climate change affects health, not just the environment.
Biden has strengthened Clean Air and Water Acts and allocated $3 billion to replace toxic lead pipes, introducing limits on carcinogenic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water.
In contrast, Trump’s previous term saw him weaken environmental regulations, allowing polluters more leeway, leading to preventable health issues like respiratory problems and heart disease.
Clean energy jobs
Trump’s plans to cut clean energy investments threaten progress. Biden’s plan brings more than $4 billion in clean energy investments to Arizona by 2030, sparking $10 billion in private investments and creating 14,000 jobs.
Power at the polls
If these issues matter to you, vote this November for the candidate who supports clean energy and environmental regulations to protect our health and environment.
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