"Enacting the Senators' progressive proposals will give Californians much cleaner air by slashing emissions from dirty fossil fuels; we look forward to working with the Legislature to ensure that these bills benefit those Californians who suffer the most from pollution, climate change and poverty."
"As one of the most desirable places in the nation to live, start a business, and have a family, Orange County is ideally positioned to be front and center in the new clean technology economy. We look forward to working with California's legislative leadership to take bold steps to put our state in a position for further investment and job creation, to reduce our dependence on conventional combustion power plants, and to employ the most beneficial technology available in order to reduce greenhouse gases and other pollutants."
"Cleantech San Diego was founded on the premise that in the cleantech economy, sustainable business practices are viable only if they make financial sense. Eight years later, Cleantech San Diego's membership includes private, public, and academic member organizations that are backing this movement and proving the case. When we help cleantech businesses succeed, it’s not only good for the planet and future generations, it also makes sense for our collective bottom line. I applaud California’s legislative leaders for empowering our state’s innovative clean technology marketplace."
"Latinos who own and run California businesses strongly believe that our state’s innovative clean energy and climate policies are helping their companies – and the state’s economy as a whole – grow and thrive. Powering the new economy and creating good jobs is the stuff that business dreams are made of, and Latino business owners are working hard to make those dreams a reality. Thanks to California’s legislative leaders for continuing to support a healthier, cleaner, more prosperous state for us all to live and work."
"California has six of the most polluted cities in the country. The U.S. Census also found that our state is the poorest in the nation, when taking into account the costs of living. These proposals bridge the false dichotomy between economic and environmental priorities by creating solutions that will clean the air, improve our health, and create more jobs. This policy package gets us innovative and aggressive solutions for people and the planet."
“Senator Kevin De Leon’s commitment to energy efficiency, and especially the creation of jobs for and in disadvantaged communities, will truly make a difference in the lives of many. On behalf of the California Association of Local Conservation Corps (CALCC) and the thousands of young people served by our programs, we appreciate the leadership of the Senate on issues of climate change.”
"Creating a vibrant California economy will depend on implementing smart, far-sighted policies to confront the crisis of climate change and strengthen California as a global leader in renewable energy. The legislation being unveiled today aligns closely with the goals of the LABC in Los Angeles: to promote sustainability, create long-term jobs for the future, and ensure that all of our communities share in the benefits."
“California Trout commends Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León, and Senators Ben Hueso, Mark Leno, Fran Pavley and Bob Wieckowski for their leadership in forging the new green economy and for supporting the extension of AB 32, which is a crucial part of California’s response to climate change. We are pleased that our organizational goals with regard to climate change are aligned with the Senate’s priorities, and we are ready, with our partners, to take action to reduce emissions, build resilience to climate change and restore eco-system services.”
“California has the opportunity to extend its world leadership in clean energy by setting the bar even higher and taking the next steps towards energy independence. Achieving a 50% renewable energy mix by 2030 will reduce California’s reliance on fossil fuels, protect consumers from volatile prices, develop new clean industries, and reduce our environmental footprint.”
"Californians have learned a lot about climate change in the last decade. We know from experience that it changes rainfall patterns, increases air pollution, and makes us more vulnerable to wildfires. We also know how to reduce the public health and environmental risks of climate change and that's by embracing the actions proposed in these bills."