Rebecca Bromley-Trujillo, a political scientist, and Joshua A. Basseches, an environmental politics scholar, delve into the complex role of local governments in climate action. They discuss how local authorities can either obstruct or advance climate policy, influenced by public opinion and party control. The conversation highlights the impact of fossil fuel interests and utilities on climate decisions, as well as regional differences in climate action in the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. They offer insights on navigating polarization while pursuing clean energy initiatives.
