The Politics Of Progress On Climate And Energy – U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA)

“While the word ‘climate’ may be politically charged for some, the need for affordable, reliable, and secure energy is something we can all agree on. Americans are calling for action, and as Members of Congress it’s our responsibility to deliver. If we want long-term solutions that address both our constituents' concerns and growing climate risks, we must work together to strengthen our energy and climate security with urgency.”

Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan to Electric Ladies Podcast

 This week, Congress is set to debate legislation that could reshape the United States’ energy landscape. At stake is more than $700 million in climate action and clean energy investments from the Inflation Reduction Act that was intended to benefit the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. What will the impact be if that funding is withdrawn.

Listen to Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan of Pennsylvania and co-chair of the Bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus, a rare example of cooperation on Capitol Hill. She’s also co-chair of the Women in STEM Caucus, which is also bipartisan. She shares insights into how to build bipartisanship, address the climate crisis and energy needs – as well as the threat that political polarization poses to keeping communities and critical infrastructure safe from extreme weather events.

You’ll hear about:

• How Pennsylvania’s political landscape shapes the path of climate legislation
• What the Bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus is doing to advance the clean energy transition
• How extreme weather events can open the door to bipartisan climate action
• Why Congresswoman Houlahan's leadership with the Women in STEM Caucus matters
• Plus, insightful career advice 

“Recognize that whatever you choose to do right now is not the end decision for the rest of your life. When you look backwards it's going to make sense, but when you look forward, it's going to be a crooked line. It's not going to be a straight line to somewhere, so do not to be too hard on yourself, do not try to seek perfection.”

Chrissy Houlahan on Electric Ladies Pod