CEO DATELINE - Outdoor industry groups form climate change coalition
CEO DATELINE - Outdoor industry groups form climate change coalition
- January 30, 2019 |
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Three associations representing different sectors of the outdoor recreation industry have launched a new coalition to advocate for policies to combat climate change.
The Outdoor Business Climate Partnership will push for the passage of bipartisan climate legislation in Congress, the adoption of market-based policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and decarbonization of the electric grid through state- and utility-level initiatives, according to a joint statement by the groups.
"As three associations representing outdoor retailers, brands, suppliers and resorts across the country, we share a common desire to see progress on climate and are joining hands to amplify our impact," said Nick Sargent, president of coalition member Snowsports Industries America. "This kind of bold collaboration and commitment is what's needed now if we're going to effectively tackle this urgent issue."
The other members are the Outdoor Industry Association and National Ski Areas Association.
"(OIA's) efforts can be magnified by coming together with these other associations to collaborate and bring a stronger voice to the table in hopes of amplifying our impact in addressing this global issue," OIA CEO Amy Roberts said.
"An ‘all hands on deck' approach is essential in meeting a challenge as significant as climate change, and together we'll have a stronger voice to drive change inside and outside of the outdoor recreation industry," NSAA CEO Kelly Pawlak said.
The announcement was made at the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Snow Show, which is currently being held in Denver. http://bit.ly/2RqYqWK
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