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Get to know Citizens’ Climate Lobby

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Our nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy work helps advance federal legislation in Congress that reduces emissions, removes climate pollution, and protects people.

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Our Impact

Our persistent, respectful advocacy changes what’s possible, bringing major federal climate action closer within reach — and across the finish line.

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We respect your time as a volunteer. Every action you take with CCL is well-researched and advised by our Legislative Team for maximum impact.

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80% of our funding comes from grassroots donors generously gifting funds that create opportunities for people across the country to take meaningful climate action.

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We’re nonpartisan bridge-builders

Climate change is a huge challenge facing humanity. Politics shouldn’t stop us from solving it.

Citizens’ Climate Lobby brings people together across political divides. Whether you are motivated by preserving America’s beautiful natural spaces, protecting future generations, or building an energy future that’s clean, safe, and secure — you’re welcome here. We don’t believe you have to agree on everything to work together on something that matters.

Our volunteers work with members of Congress, their communities, and one another to build common ground for climate action, one relationship at a time.

Because lasting change isn’t built by shouting at the other side. It’s built by finding a way forward together.

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Find out what’s happening near you

Volunteers in all 50 states are building relationships in their communities and with Congress to advance effective climate solutions. See photos and read stories about what CCLers in your state are up to — and fill out the form if you want to join them!

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Protect clean energy

Bipartisan permitting reform legislation will unleash clean energy projects across America. Help get your lawmakers on board.

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Hear from CCL staff and guest speakers, celebrate our progress, and review the new actions available for you this month.

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Become a monthly donor

Make sure Congress listens to everyday voices on climate by making a monthly gift to Citizens’ Climate.

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Different motivations. Same goal.

“Energy we make here is energy nobody can hold over us.”

Robert Fox

Retired lineman · NC · since 2021

“We were given something to look after. That’s not a political statement where I’m from.”

Darrell Steward

Pastor · TX · since 2017

“My daughter is eleven. I want her to know I tried.”

Priya Raman

Pediatric nurse · WA · since 2025

“Four bad seasons in six years. I don’t need a study to tell me something changed.”

Sally Walker

Farmer · NE · since 2023

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A volunteer in conversation with a congressional staffer at a CCL conference
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Two volunteers beside a Citizens’ Climate outreach display at a tabling event

CCL has given me, a regular everyday guy a voice to go out there and try and change things — to try and reach those people that have the power and to create political will.

— Eric
Corpus Christi, TX

Are you ready to solve climate change?

Volunteers like you are working together for national climate action. Join today to be one of them!

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