Vote for Climate
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This November, I’ll be voting for climate. Voting for climate means supporting candidates whose policies and initiatives advance climate solutions, like clean energy production, electrification of transportation and industry, sustainable agriculture, ecosystem restoration, conservation, and efficiency. It’s about making thoughtful decisions at the ballot box that will address the challenges posed by climate change.
Voting for climate matters because climate change impacts many aspects of our lives, from our health and security to the economy and justice. When we vote for candidates and ballot initiatives that promote climate solutions, we help create a cleaner, healthier, and more secure environment for ourselves, our children, and those we care about.
On ecoAmerica’s GOTV webpage, you can find many resources and materials to help you make climate a priority during this election cycle, including a tool for evaluating candidates and ballot initiatives, a guide for knowing your voting rights, and social media suggestions for helping spread the word. You can also take the pledge to be a climate voter!
How To Vote For Climate
- Do Your Research – Before voting, take time to learn about the candidates and ballot measures. Look for those who support renewable energy, environmental justice, and policies to reduce pollution. Use our Candidate and Ballot Measure Assessment Tool to help you evaluate.
- Vote Locally and Nationally – Climate-related decisions happen at every level of government. While national elections are important, don’t forget that local leaders often have a direct role in shaping environmental policies in your community, from public transportation to land use and energy projects.
- Encourage Others to Vote – Voting is a powerful way to influence climate policy, but not everyone participates. Encourage friends, family, and neighbors to cast their ballots too!
- Share What You Learn – You’ve done your homework. Help others know where candidates stand on the issues that will make a difference in our lives, and let them know why climate action is important to you.
About the Authors
Brett Matulis, Communities Program Director, ecoAmerica
Additional Resources
Apply or Nominate: American Climate Leadership Awards 2025
Mental Health and Our Changing Climate: Children and Youth Report 2023