Policy

Ceres is the leading organizer of investor and company support for climate and clean energy policies in the U.S. By making the economic case for action, Ceres advances business leadership in support of innovative policies that will help accelerate the low-carbon future. 

Through the Ceres Policy Network known as Ceres Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP), we work with more than 50 companies to take stronger action on climate and advocate for low-carbon policies in the electric power, transportation, and other energy-intensive sectors at the state and federal level. The Ceres BICEP Network supports policy solutions that will increase American competitiveness, create jobs and provide a framework that gives companies certainty as they invest in low-carbon solutions.

We also bring investors along with us. Members of the Ceres Investor Network on Climate Risk and Sustainability participate in congressional briefings and meetings on Capitol Hill and in statehouses across the country to press lawmakers on policies that will help them make better long-term investment decisions to support a low-carbon economy.

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Environment

EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund an Opportunity To Advance Environmental Justice and Extend Clean Energy Benefits to All
Ceres Director of Federal Policy Zach Friedman issued the following statement after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued its initial guidance for the $27 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

New House Sustainable Investment Caucus Will Provide a Key Voice in Congress for Smart Investing
Today’s launch of a newly formed congressional caucus within the U.S. House of Representatives marks a key moment of support and oversight for smart investing practices that recognize sustainability issues like the climate crisis as major financial concerns.

Green Infrastructure

As EPA’s NOx Rules for Heavy-Duty Vehicles Falls Short, Ceres Presses for More Ambitious Emissions Standards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency acted today to reduce dangerous smog-forming pollutants from trucks, issuing a rule targeting nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from heavy-duty vehicles.

Environment

Following Election, Ceres Calls on Lawmakers To Advance Bipartisan Solutions To Grow U.S. Economy and Confront Climate Crisis
Following the 2022 midterm elections, Ceres and its networks stand ready to build upon historic U.S. climate action and investments of the past year

Environment

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Is Already Delivering for Our Economy and Our Planet - and the Best Is Yet To Come
A year ago this week, the U.S. kickstarted the most consequential one-year period for climate action in the country’s history when President Biden signed the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Environment

Ceres Applauds Biden Administration’s Proposed Use of Its Procurement Power To Reduce Climate Risk and Build Climate Resilience
Today, the Biden Administration, acting through the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council, proposed an update to its rule governing disclosure of climate-related information by federal suppliers.

Environment

Ceres Invited for Input As U.S. Treasury Prepares To Implement the Historic Investments of the Inflation Reduction Act
After mobilizing thousands in support of the Inflation Reduction Act passed by Congress, Ceres shared recommendations with the U.S. Treasury Department as it prepares to implement major components of the landmark climate and clean energy legislation.

Green Infrastructure

By Advancing ACT Rule, North Carolina Will Drive Clean Truck Adoption in the Southeast
Ceres and major companies operating in North Carolina applaud the administration of Gov. Roy Cooper for establishing the state as a leader in the adoption of electric trucks, vans, and other large vehicles.

Environment

Virginia Must Sustain Momentum Toward a Clean Energy Future and a Competitive, Resilient Economy
As Gov. Glenn Youngkin presents the 2022 Virginia Energy Plan today, the corporate sustainability organization Ceres is urging his administration to heed the call of major companies with operations in Virginia

Environment

Major Food, Ag, and Clothing Companies Bring Vision of a Climate-Smart Farm Bill to Congress
Companies to meet with members of the Senate Committee on Agriculture to discuss five priorities for a 2023 Farm Bill that can help address climate change and modernize the U.S. food system to benefit farmers, consumers, and communities
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