By Josie Weiler, Staff Photographer
Located in Waubay, South Dakota, the Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL) had their annual conference for the North Wind Region. This region includes Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska. This was a place for climate activists to come together, have conversations, and listen to speakers. The speakers talked about Geothermal Energy, Copper Mining, Agro Farming and Silvopasture, Carbon Taxing, and so much more.
The CCL is educating citizens on The Carbon Fee and Dividend Act. This is an act that, if passed, would set up a tax on carbon directly at the source and then distribute that money to citizens that are reducing their personal carbon emissions. Taxing at the source would reduce carbon emissions because major fossil fuel industries care only about money. At this conference we learned that a CO2 tax would, by far, be the most effective step towards slowing down the rate of climate change. If you're passionate about climate policies, or just want to learn more, definitely look into upcoming CCL meetings. CCL is always looking for young people to provide a different perspective. Go green!
Attendees of the North Wind Conference gather in unity. Photo by Josie Weiler.