On the ground at #COP30 in Rio.
The most interesting thing?
Progress is being led by states + cities, not just national governments.
Wisconsin is showing how clean energy can lower costs and create jobs — without drama.
That’s the future we’re building.

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In purple state Wisconsin, results beat rhetoric: $130M in clean-energy funding is at risk-just as 82 projects are building jobs & savings statewide.
Rolling it back = higher bills, fewer choices, lost jobs.
Read “Don’t make Wisconsinites pay more to get less.”
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3 days. Actionable frameworks for business + democracy.
WI’s “purple state” playbook—lowers bills, creates jobs @asbnetwork.org (Oct 21–23). Rick Steves, Fair Trade USA, Ceres & more. Virtual!
Register: asbnetwork.org/conference
#BusinessOfDemocracy #PurpleStateGreenMomentum #Wisconsin

Who should attend ASBN’s Business, Policy & Purpose (Oct 21–23)? Entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, purpose-driven builders, students & advocates.
I’ll share Purple State, Green Momentum—Wisconsin’s practical playbook.
Register: asbnetwork.org/conference
#BusinessForDemocracy #ClimateLeadership

Thrilled to be speaking at ASBN’s Business, Policy & Purpose (Oct 21–23, virtual). On 10/22: “Purple State, Green Momentum”—how Wisconsin’s pragmatic climate playbook lowers bills, creates jobs, and strengthens communities. Join: asbnetwork.org/conference #BusinessOfDemocracy

Purple state, green momentum. Wisconsin proves climate action is common sense -- www.wispolitics.com/2025/john-im...
Join the WI Climate March this Sun, Sept 28. www.wisconsinclimatemarch.org Let’s keep our clean-energy momentum going!
#wiclimatemarch #cleanenergywi #EnvironmentalJustice

At #ClimateWeekNYC, @nytimes leaders from CA Gov Newsom, Bill McKibben & Google/Microsoft were clear: climate action can’t wait. 900+ events showed solutions—clean energy and jobs. I’m marching Sun Sept 28: www.wisconsinclimatemarch.org WI won’t let DC roll back progress. #ClimateAction #CleanEnergy

Honored to attend the Celebration of Life for Bob Uecker
“For 55 years as a diehard Brewers fan, Bob Uecker has been the voice of summer and the heart of Milwaukee baseball. He made us laugh and made every fan feel like family. Thanks, Ueck.” Watch full ceremony: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2S_c...

Proud to support Green Homeowners United—#1 in the nation for #IRA rebates. They’ve helped more Wisconsinites—especially low-income homeowners of color—save money, cut carbon, and create good, green jobs. WEI helped sponsor the reception, with Gov. Tony Evers, MKE Mayor, + many other changemakers.

Start Local, Think Big – Lessons from Alaska’s Wild Frontiers
Humpback whales, salmon runs & clean energy all thrive through balance, collaboration & resilience. My Alaska journey revealed insights that shape WEI’s mission & my work as an elected official.
Read more: www.weigogreener.org/blog.php

Start Local, Think Big. At #BloombergGreen 2025, Jane Fonda and Patagonia’s Ryan Gellert called for bold local leadership. WI’s Benji Backer: “Environmental action must be across party lines.” WEI is linking local action to global impact. www.linkedin.com/posts/johnim...

Wisconsin is leading where it matters—clean energy, sustainable farming & resilient local gov't. At the recent @americaisallin.com @forwardtogetherwi.bsky.social 70+ leaders came together to scale bold, local climate solutions. Let’s keep the momentum going.
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"Clean energy is about good jobs, lower bills, and healthier communities. It’s not a partisan issue—it’s about protecting our pocketbooks and the future we want for our kids and grandkids." upnorthnewswi.com/opinion/clea...

WI at a Crossroads: Fossil Fuels or a Clean Energy Future?
PSC approved new methane gas plants—ignoring clean energy solutions and strong public opposition. WEI is leading the way on Green-Built housing, Main Street relief, and local climate action across WI.
Learn More: mailchi.mp/38acabc5caa1...

Main Street in Crisis: How Tariffs Are Crippling Small Businesses—and What Congress Must Do Now wisconsinexaminer.com/2025/05/07/s...