Write to Governor Baker

1) PICK AN ASK

Pick one or more of the following to include in your letter. Check out the sample letters [below] for inspiration.

• Treat climate change like an emergency. Climate change is widespread, rapid, and intensifying. The Governor must take deliberate and decisive action to address it.
• Act swiftly to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Governor and his administration must ensure rapid and effective implementation of the 2021 Climate Law.
• We need a strong net-zero stretch energy code. We want a stretch code that will drive a rapid and just transition to clean, safe, efficient, renewable heat.
• Communicate regularly about climate action. We want regular press briefings about the climate emergency and how efforts to address it are going!

2) PERSONALIZE YOUR LETTER

• Personal stories make the biggest impact!
• How has climate change or environmental injustice has affected your life?
• Who motivates you to advocate for climate solutions?

3) ADDRESS YOUR ENVELOPE

• Address your envelope
• Include your return address
• Don’t forget a stamp!

4) SNAP A PICTURE & SHARE (optional)

• Your letter will have more impact if you post about it on social media.
• Take a picture of your letter, your addressed envelope, or an action shot!
• Share on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
• Use hashtag #MAClimateLawNow.
• Include the Governor’s handle – @MassGovernor