- Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at University of Michigan event that drew 900 people and focused on climate change, environmental justice and economic opportunities for young people.
- Panel included VP Harris, the U.S. Energy Secretary, Congress Member Debbie Dingell, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, and professors that focus on environmental justice issues.
- VP noted that climate change is “the challenge of our time” and that “clean energy” will provide numerous opportunities across various sectors.
- This was the first time in almost 35 years that a sitting vice president spoke at University of Michigan.
By: The University Record | January 12, 2023
Addressing a University of Michigan crowd packed with students dedicated to climate and environmental justice, Vice President Kamala Harris encouraged them to “help people get excited about all the opportunities that will open up in the midst of crisis.”…
Harris discussed her thoughts on sustainability and the climate change battle in a Q&A session that was moderated by U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and included Kyle Whyte, the George Willis Pack Professor in the School for Environment and Sustainability, who specializes in environmental justice…
Harris said this is an example of how climate change intersects with other complex issues, including public health. The regions in America with the poorest air quality, highest maternal mortality rate and widespread poverty are low-income areas with people of color. To confront climate change, the country must confront the issues it intersects with as well…
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