Video Chamber Young Professionals

Kudos to the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Program! Last week they organized an excellent webinar for Phoenix’s Young Professionals on Sustainability and Innovation. We are sharing this recording in case you would like to replicate this or share it with your Young Professionals Program. 

"We are so proud of the cadre of young professionals here in Phoenix. They are innovative, entrepreneurial, and committed to making Phoenix and Arizona more sustainable.” said Janelle Tassart, Vice President of Program Development & Marketing, Greater Phoenix Chamber. We, at Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy, are happy to help you find speakers for your chamber events on clean energy and economic development. See what chambers from around the country are doing in this space here

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Sen. Sinema’s Office Talks with Businesses and Chambers of Commerce About Arizona’s Clean Energy Future

On a recent webinar with Arizona businesses and chambers of commerce, Senator Kyrsten Sinema’s Office shared her efforts to accelerate clean energy and economic development for all Arizonans.

In case you missed the webinar, we are sending you the recording of the webinar along with a transcript of the remarks made by Gary Gold, Policy Advisor, Senator Sinema’s Office.

Click on the links below to learn more about the clean energy related bills that were introduced or sponsored by the Senator and referred to in the transcript. Drought Relief Through Innovative Projects Act (DRIP Act) The Solar Energy and Research Development Act Solar Investment Tax Credit Create Act of 2020 Water Resources Development Act In addition to Senator Sinema’s office, the video includes SRP and Cox Communications talking about their investments in clean energy and sustainability.  You will also hear from some of our chamber colleagues including  Sukki Jahnke, VP Marketing and Programs, Tempe Chamber of Commerce (at 10:15 on video) Lynn Parsons, Executive Director, Coolidge Chamber of Commerce (at 21.23 on video) Renee Louzon-Benn, President, Greater Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce (at 29.22 on video) Senator Sinema’s Office is interested in continuing the dialogue with chambers of commerce about clean energy and economic development. Stay tuned. We will be sending out an invitation to join Senator Sinema in early 2021.

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Chamber Leads Out with Sustainability Pledge and Proves an Example for Other Chambers to Follow

Tempe Chamber- First Chamber in the U.S. to Create a Sustainability Pledge Program

When talking with the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, you can feel the enthusiasm and vibrancy of a community focused on innovation, investment and sustainable urban living. Located in a city that is home to nine innovation hubs, the Tempe Chamber is an active partner with the City of Tempe and Arizona State University in nurturing the collaborative spirit that powers Tempe. The chamber is an innovative leader in its own right. The chamber created and manages a very unique Sustainability Pledge Program and Information Hub for the business community. It’s more than just signing a pledge, the program helps member companies activate the pledge. The program includes actions, advice, convenings and resources aimed at energy efficiency, cleaner transportation, water efficiency, waste reduction, and a guide on purchasing. “Sustainability is a priority for Tempe’s business community” explained Anne Gill, CEO and President of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce. We provide our businesses the tools they need to manage resources and in many cases, save money.”

In addition to the Sustainability Pledge Program, the chamber created a Sustainability Committee and hosts an Annual Sustainability Summit that brings together businesses, city officials, non-profits, and academics to share success stories and best practices that are helping to create a more sustainable and resilient Tempe. Additionally, as an active member of the City of Tempe’s Sustainability Commission, the chamber also works on Tempe's Climate Action Plan which addresses emissions reduction in energy, transportation, and resilience to extreme heat.  “Any successful sustainability program needs to make sure it looks closely at energy. Energy efficiency is a key way we can participate in climate action and make sure we help businesses save money by being more energy efficient.” Sukki Janke CMP, VP Marketing and Programs, Tempe Chamber of Commerce “The Tempe Chamber is a great partner for the City of Tempe. They are showing real leadership in the Tempe community while helping to educate businesses about the economic benefits associated with sustainability, clean energy and climate action. They are also making sure more businesses get a seat at the table.” Dr. Braden Kay, City of Tempe, Director of Sustainability “The Sustainability Pledge is a beneficial program that chambers around the country could replicate to help their member businesses save money while becoming more sustainable.” Ryan Evans, Executive Director, Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy Stay tuned for more thought leadership from the Tempe Chamber as it continues to provide timely programs that benefit the entire community.

Pictured above: Anne Gill, CEO and President of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce

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