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Michael Obeiter
Senior Director, Federal Climate Strategy
Michael Obeiter comes to Audubon from Holland and Knight, LLP, where he was a senior public affairs advisor. There, he represented early-stage clean-tech clients in their interactions with Congress and the executive branch, with a particular emphasis on the Departments of Energy, Agriculture, and Defense. He has also served as the energy and climate advisor for Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii, and as a senior associate for the climate program at World Resources Institute, focusing on issues that included renewable energy, carbon pricing, and methane reduction. He is a former analyst for energy and the environment for the U.S. Senate Budget Committee.
Articles by Michael Obeiter
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The Energy Innovation Agenda is at a Crossroads
October 18, 2021 —
Bipartisan legislation moving through Congress will provide important investments in clean energy for people and wildlife.
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It’s Time to Address Abandoned Oil and Gas Wells
June 08, 2021 —
We can put Americans back to work, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and mitigate environmental degradation.
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A Bipartisan Approach to Reduce Emissions on Working Lands
April 21, 2021 —
The Growing Climate Solutions Act recognizes the role played by farmers, ranchers, and foresters in the fight against climate change.
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The Congressional Energy Package Is an Important Building Block, but More Innovation and Action Against Climate Change Is Needed
December 21, 2020 —
The omnibus energy bill comprises bipartisan bills from the House and Senate, and includes measures addressing everything from renewables and efficiency to nuclear energy and carbon capture.
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A New Take for the Trillion Trees Act
December 09, 2020 —
Senate version of bill preserves environmental protections while supporting forests.