Press Statement: Sierra Club MI Applauds Michael Regan’s Historic Confirmation
Lansing, MI-- The Sierra Club Michigan Chapter celebrates the confirmation of Michael Regan as the new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator. “After four years of climate-deniers leading the country’s top environmental agency, it is a breath of fresh air to have someone in place who will prioritize protecting our land, air, and water.” said Sarah Tresedder, Climate Action Organizer at the MI Chapter. “Regan is a true environmental champion, who has spent his entire career fighting for vulnerable communities and promoting environmental justice.”
Before his history-making nomination to head the EPA, Regan led the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, where he fought against pipeline expansions, emphasized the need to invest in clean energy, and worked to clean up coal ash pits in the state. His entire career has centered on protecting those most vulnerable and least powerful. He has championed underrepresented communities and is committed to racial and environmental justice-- making him the perfect leader during this crucial time for climate action.
“Michael Regan is the most qualified candidate to lead the Biden administration’s Environmental Protection Agency,” said Tim Minotas, Political and Legislative Coordinator for the Chapter. “With him leading the way, we are hopeful that our state and country can build back better toward a more sustainable future for all.”
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The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 4 million members and supporters nationwide, and over 150,000 in Michigan. In addition to creating opportunities for people of all ages, levels and locations to have meaningful outdoor experiences, the Sierra Club works to safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and litigation. For more information, visit http://www.sierraclub.org.
