NYC Public Advocate and candidate for Governor Jumaane Williams, alongside running mate for Lt. Governor Ana Maria Archila, today announced a bold, aggressive, climate policy platform that will make New York a national leader in combating climate change. The plan and their candidacies were endorsed today by the influential climate justice organization Sunrise Movement NYC.
The announcement comes after the Hochul Administration failed to enact significant environmental bills that would have helped the state achieve climate goals New York failed to gain approval this years, including the All-Electric Building Act, the Build Public Renewables Act and a Moratorium on Proof of Work Cryptocurrency mining–the latter of which passed the Assembly and Senate but Governor Hochul has refused to sign.
Williams and Archila’s comprehensive climate plan provides a roadmap that will make New York a world leader in climate policy and transition the state away from fossil fuel by moving the state toward a green energy future. Their plan, “A Green New York New Deal for New York,” specifically calls for the state to:
- Invest in our future: Fully fund and implement the state’s landmark climate bill, the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, by investing at least $10 billion annually in climate funding until we meet our goals
- Public Power and Clean Energy Now: Pass the Build Public Renewables Act, stop environmentally-damaging crypto mining, invest in clean energy infrastructure, and provide direct relief to low- and middle-income New Yorkers facing crushing utility costs.
- Green infrastructure: ensure new buildings in New York do not use gas or oil, invest in sustainable agriculture, and advance a Green New Deal for Public Housing.
- Green Transportation and Public Transit: Expand and strengthen public transit infrastructure across the state, including bus services upstate and work for a new deal for NYC subways to ensure safety, dependability, access, and modernity.
- A Just Transition: support communities in shifting to a green economy, with direct economic relief, retraining programs, and the creation of thousands of strong union jobs–ensuring investments go to communities of color disproportionately impacted by climate change.
As part of the plan, the candidates have committed to reject campaign contributions from fossil fuel interests.
In announcing the climate platform and endorsement by Sunrise Movement NYC, Jumaane said, “Climate can't wait, and New York can't go another four years with climate policy coming second to cryptocurrency or corporate donors. I'm excited and humbled to have the support of Sunrise Movement NYC, with whom I've had the privilege of partnering with to help deliver victories for environmental justice. As we look ahead to the final weeks of the campaign, I'm proud to partner with them again to advance a vision to combat the climate crisis with urgency and with equity. “
“I am so honored to have the support of Sunrise, whose members have sparked a movement for urgent action on climate change at every level of government,” said Ana María. “Jumaane and I are the only ones in this race with a comprehensive plan to deliver a Green New Deal for New York, and we’re committed to making sure our state meets the climate crisis with the bold policies and resources required.”
Alex Graves and Tyler Hack, Political Endorsements Team Leads at Sunrise NYC said, "Sunrise NYC is excited to endorse Jumaane Williams and Ana María Archila for Governor and Lieutenant Governor. The recent failure of the Assembly to pass the Build Public Renewables Act and Governor Hochul’s hesitance in signing the Cryptocurrency Mining Moratorium have made it abundantly clear that New York State needs a change. We’re confident that Jumaane and Ana María will bring bold progressive leadership to Albany and will be fierce advocates for environmental justice and the working people of New York.”
The full Williams and Archila “A Green New York New Deal for New York” policy platform can be downloaded here.
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