39% of the nation's coal comes from Wyoming. Yet there are some strong local movements for renewable energy and climate action. Learn how a unique and powerful coalition of climate activists, university students, and city officials inspired Laramie's recent commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. We interview Monika Leininger of the Powder River Basin Resource Council, Professor Rachael Budowle of the University of Wyoming, and Laramie City Council member Brian Harrington.

Resources

• Laramie Resolution committing to carbon neutrality by 2050
• Article about Laramie's resolution
• Alliance for Renewable Energy - Laramie organization
• Powder River Basin Resource Council
• Excellent High Country News article summarizing local climate efforts in Wyoming
• Article - Students as Change Agents for Community–University Sustainability Transition Partnerships, by Rachael Budowle