April 22, 2025
“It’s more critical than ever to elect exceptional candidates who are ready to lead the fight for our land, water, and air”
(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) — On the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, 314 Action announced their top five Climate Champions—candidates who have gone above and beyond to tackle the climate crisis.
“As Trump and his anti-science allies continue to roll back vital environmental protections, it’s more critical than ever to elect exceptional candidates who are ready to lead the fight for our land, water, and air,” said Shaughnessy Naughton, President of 314 Action. “From federal to local office, these five champions have built their careers on science, facts, and evidence-based solutions. We’re proud to support their campaigns and look forward to working alongside them to protect our planet—and everyone who calls it home—for generations to come.”
314 Action 2025 Climate Champions:
- Representative Sean Casten (IL-06)
- Rep. Casten was one of the first climate experts elected to the House. As Vice-Chair of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition, he is always looking for new ways to protect the environment.
- Representative Eric Sorensen (IL-17)
- Rep. Sorensen is a leading climate expert in Congress, using his expertise as a meteorologist to deliver funding for clean energy and water investments in Illinois and the nation.
- Representative Melanie Stansbury (NM-01)
- As an ecology & natural resources expert, Rep. Stansbury used her knowledge and experience to fight for bold legislation to create clean energy jobs and address the climate crisis.
- Delegate Amy Laufer (VA HD-55)
- As a former water analyst, Delegate Laufer understands the importance of protecting our waterways while fighting for environmental justice—something she continues to do in the Virginia House of Delegates.
- Mayor Paloma Aguirre (Imperial Beach, CA)
- As the mayor of Imperial Beach, Mayor Aguirre secured over $600 million to clean toxic waste—and she will bring her knowledge to the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.
314 Action is the only national organization working to elect Democrats with backgrounds in science and medicine across all levels of government—from the Senate down to local school boards. The organization is powered by a grassroots community of over six million people supporting scientists, doctors, and STEM professionals who will use science and facts to address our most pressing issues like climate change and health care.
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