Values

Non-partisanship: We work with all elected officials and community leaders from across the political spectrum because we believe that everyone is a potential ally. We are open to all who are serious about solving climate change.

Relationships: We take the most generous approach to other people as possible — appreciation, gratitude, and respect. We listen, we work to find common values, and we endeavor to understand our own biases. We are honest and firm. We build consensus to bring about change. We welcome everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, socio-economic factors or political affiliation.

Optimism: We believe that people are good, and that democracy works. We stand for a solution, not in protest of other solutions.

Integrity: We are prepared and do our research. We are always on time for meetings. Our approach is thoughtful & thorough. We consult experts and use data. We are open to new information. We follow up when we are asked.

Solution-focused: we advocate a single comprehensive solution to the complex problems we face – a national pollution fee with a dividend. Once this is achieved, we will work on the other high priority issues.