Green New Deal Gains Momentum in U.S. Congress
A significant push for the Green New Deal (GND) is gaining momentum in the U.S. with over 45 congressmen and women, along with hundreds of civil-society groups, signing onto the blueprint. Championed by figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the GND aims to create jobs near me, transition to renewable energy, and promote economic justice.
The GND's ambitious plan includes expanding renewable power sources, building a smart grid, and upgrading infrastructure. This could lead to a rapid transition to 100% renewable energy and create millions of jobs. The Sunrise Movement, a leading activist group, is driving the campaign with watch parties and strategy sessions. The GND's origins trace back to 2008 when the Green New Deal Group, a London-based NGO, helped draft the initial plan.
The GND's journey in the U.S. has seen ups and downs. Its first attempt to gain Democratic Party support in 2019 didn't succeed, but it sparked the creation of a climate change committee. Since then, grassroots groups like the Sunrise Movement have been instrumental in pushing for the GND. They've organized mass protests, lobbied lawmakers, and formed alliances with labor unions, environmental justice organizations, and progressive political groups. Key figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Ed Markey have been at the forefront of this effort.
The GND's goal is clear: to make the U.S. greenhouse gas emissions neutral and promote economic justice. With growing support from congressmen, civil-society groups, and activists, the future of the GND in America looks promising. The plan's potential to create jobs near me, transition to renewable energy, and address economic inequality is driving this momentum.
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