Issue Position: Climate Change

Issue Position

Taking Action to Mitigate the Impacts of Climate Change

Montanans know our climate is changing, we see it in front of our own eyes. Glaciers are melting, crop seasons are getting shorter and more unpredictable, fire seasons are getting longer and more expensive. Across the state folks including farmers, ranchers, outdoorsmen and women, and students agree we must take action to protect Montana for future generations -- for our kids and our grandkids -- without leaving workers behind.

Mike Cooney knows climate change is real and knows it's going to take all of us to make a meaningful difference. He's committed to bringing everyone to the table -- every individual, every business, every industry and every community -- that depend on our clean air, our pristine water, our open lands and outdoor spaces to ensure they are protected from further negative impacts of a changing climate.

Mike is committed to working with local communities to discuss what is best for their families and neighbors, and focusing on a realistic transition to renewable energy sources. He understands that both traditional and alternative forms of energy production are vital for the success of Montana, and also for the county.

In July of 2019, the Bullock administration joined governors across the country in signing an executive order to join the U.S. Climate Alliance in response to President Trump's withdraw from the Paris Agreement. Lt. Governor Cooney proudly stood by the Governor's side when this was signed and will continue to focus on progressive legislation at the state level addressing climate change as Governor.

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