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Local Government Green Jobs Pledge

The 21st century is our time to build an inclusive green economy in the United States that benefits our communities, our working families and our planet. Right now a green future is being invented in cities and counties across the US by local leaders – mayors, county executives, community activists, local business owners, and youth organizers- in brief all of us.

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The 21st century is our time to build an inclusive green economy in the United States that benefits our communities, our working families and our planet.

Right now a green future is being invented in cities and counties across the US by local leaders – mayors, county executives, community activists, local business owners, and youth organizers- in brief all of us.

In partnership with the Apollo Alliance, Center for American Progress, Green For All and ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability.

Mayor Martin Chavez (Albuquerque, NM) and County Executive Ron Sims (King County, WA), have jointly issued a call to action to build a green economy from the bottom up.  We ask you to join this wave of local action for a just, healthy, sustainable future. 

- Apollo Alliance, Center for American Progress, Green For All and ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability

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ASK YOUR LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIAL TO SIGN THE PLEDGE!
We’ve prepared a packet of materials for Mayors and County Executives who are ready to commit to building an inclusive green economy in their communities.  Download here.

 

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