Josh Stein on Energy & Oil

	Josh Stein on Energy & Oil

Support rooftop solar; dramatically reduce carbon emissions

Climate

Mark Robinson (R): No. Climate change is "junk science." Educators who teach climate science are "liars." Will "keep the climate change cabal out of this state." "We have now allowed those folks to dictate what we do based on pseudoscience."
Josh Stein (D): Yes. Sees a "climate emergency." "We need to take swift action to protect our planet." Will "work to prepare our state for the impacts of climate change." Supported incentives for rooftop solar and would work to dramatically reduce carbon emissions in North Carolina.

Source: Guides.vote survey on 2024 North Carolina Senate race , Aug 8, 2024

Voted NO on horizontal drilling and fracking

SB 820 Authorizes Hydraulic Fracturing

Legislative summary:

Authorizes horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing ("fracking")
Defines "hydraulic fracturing treatment" as any stage of the treatment of a well by the application of fluid under pressure that is designed to initiate or propagate fractures in a target geological formation to enhance production of oil and gas
Requires a permit from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources prior to using hydraulic fracturing
Establishes a maximum fine of $25,000 per day for every day an individual continues to knowingly violate the provisions of this bill, including the use of hydraulic fracturing without a permit
Establishes the N.C. Mining and Energy Commission to establish rules and regulation for the development of oil, gas, and mining resources, including horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing.

Source: VoteSmart synopsis: North Carolina voting record SB820 , Jul 2, 2012

NC LCV: honored for his promotion of green energy

As a rising star, Senator Josh Stein has already started to deliver on his strong commitment to the environment and the natural beauty of North Carolina. He has become a leader in promoting green energy. He played an essential role in expanding energy savings performance contracts and extending the energy tax credit until 2016. While taking a large role in these issues, Senator Stein still found time to champion major improvements for the Upper Neuse River water basin, and a ban on plastic bags. Source: League of Conservation Voters endorsement: 2024 NC Gov. race , Jun 29, 2010

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