ScienceDebate.org: on Environment
John Yarmuth:
Federal government must ensure access to healthy environment
The federal government has a responsibility to ensure access to a healthy environment. I am committed to working to find solutions that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions so that future generations will have a more sustainable and healthier
environment. I will also continue to support legislative efforts that invest in new science and technology innovation, safeguard the quality of the air we breathe and the water we drink, and strengthen environmental protections.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 KY-2 House race
Nov 3, 2020
Mark Curran:
Use EPA to prosecute corporate polluters
Although, I do not believe the dire warnings that the end of Earth is imminent we are still called to be good stewards. We can work to develop cleaner alternative fuel sources. The Environmental Protection Agency serves an important purpose.
Corporate polluters should be prosecuted and sent to prison. We need to protect our water supply. We need to continue to spend money to research climate issues and what can be done to protect the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Illinois Senate race
Nov 3, 2020
Mark Curran:
Use EPA to prosecute corporate polluters
Although I do not believe the dire warnings that the end of Earth is imminent we are still called to be good stewards. We can work to develop cleaner alternative fuel sources. The Environmental Protection Agency serves an important purpose.
Corporate polluters should be prosecuted and sent to prison. We need to protect our water supply. We need to continue to spend money to research climate issues and what can be done to protect the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Illinois Senate race
Nov 3, 2020
Richard Durbin:
Renovate our entire drinking water infrastructure
We need to invest in renovating the entirety of our drinking water infrastructure to ensure all Americans have access to lead-free drinking water. We need to seriously address the injustices that have required certain communities to bear the brunt of
the damage associated with industrialization. We should clean up legacy superfund and other pollution sites and invest in green spaces and necessary renovations in environmental justice communities.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Illinois Senate race
Nov 3, 2020
Theresa Greenfield:
Encourage regenerative agriculture practices
I believe we need to listen to scientists and take urgent climate action to address man-made climate change.
I believe we must take urgent climate action that lowers our carbon footprint and invests in renewable energy in a way that creates good-paying jobs for Iowans.
When it comes to renewable energy, Iowa has already been a leader, as more than 40% of our electricity comes from wind, creating an industry that directly employs around 10,000 Iowans.
And for farmers who choose to participate, I support encouraging regenerative agriculture practices like incentivizing cover crops and reducing tillage.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Iowa Senate race
Oct 20, 2020
Brian Higgins:
EPA must protect the Great Lakes from pollution
I am very concerned about the resilience of the Great Lakes, which represents one of the most significant sources of fresh water in the world. Continued under-regulated industrial and agricultural runoff threatens the health of the lakes, specifically
Lake Erie, and the marine and wildlife habitats that rely on the lake for sustenance. I will continue to fight for regulations at the Environmental Protection Agency to protect this water source.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Congressional NY-26 election
Oct 9, 2020
Madison Cawthorn:
Top down federal agricultural regulations do not work
Q: Would you support efforts to standardize requirements for factory farm animal waste management for all animal agricultural sectors in North Carolina?
A: At this time I would not. Each different section of that industry has different needs and requirements, a top down, big government, Washington style approach would likely result in less efficiency and a decrease in overall waste management.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 NC-11 House race
Oct 9, 2020
Marcia Squier:
Invest in ways to prevent erosion and rising waters
Q: What steps will you take to ensure that water quality catastrophes similar to the Flint water crisis are prevented in Michigan?A: I would work to hold those responsible accountable for their destructive actions, and work to ensure resources and
funds are available to those affected.
Q: What about other water issues?
A: We need to invest in erosion fighting measures, and work to mitigate the cause of the rising water.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Michigan Senate race
Oct 9, 2020
Marcia Squier:
All animals should be treated humanely
Q: What about an animal rights policy?
A: I support the ethical, humane treatment of all animals, whether they be pets, livestock, game or otherwise. Animal welfare is very important to the food production process.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Michigan Senate race
Oct 9, 2020
Mike Quigley:
I've been a member of the Sierra Club since I was 16
One of the most damaging legacies of the Trump administration will be its shameful sacrifice of clean air, clean water, and productive land to corporate polluters. My first job was at EPA and I've been a card-carrying member of the Sierra Club since
I was 16, which is why I believe that responsible environmental stewardship is among our most sacred responsibilities. I support strong enforcement of the Clean Air Act, NEPA, and other bedrock environmental protections, enhancing where necessary.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 IL-5 House race
Oct 9, 2020
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