Climate Power’s “Too Hot Not To Vote” campaign aims to energize and mobilize young voters around climate issues. This campaign is not just about casting ballots; it’s a call to action for voters to support climate and clean energy champions such as Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in the 2024 elections.
Launched on Sept. 12, the campaign brings together a star-studded roster of ambassadors, including Rosario Dawson, Bill Nye, Sophia Bush, and many others, all committed to using their platforms to raise awareness about the importance of voting for candidates who prioritize environmental sustainability. These influential voices are expected to reach nearly 50 million followers across social media, leveraging their reach to engage young voters, especially in critical states like Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
Bill Nye, celebrated science educator and TV host, emphasized the moment’s gravity, stating, “The 2024 election is the most important election in human history. Vote with the climate in mind!!” His powerful message resonates with young voters who are increasingly aware of how climate change threatens their futures.
Sophia Bush, actress and activist, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the issue’s urgency. “Every heatwave, unnatural disaster, and extreme weather event is a reminder that our choices matter,” she said. “We’re at a crossroads, and the ‘Too Hot Not to Vote’ campaign is our call to action.” Bush underscored the need to support leaders who will tackle environmental injustices impacting marginalized communities.
Rosario Dawson, an ardent activist, shared her perspective on the significance of this campaign, noting, “From scorching temperatures to erratic weather patterns, climate change is hitting home harder than ever. This election is pivotal—we need to back candidates who are committed to climate solutions and reject those who would push us backwards.”
Jack Schlossberg, a prominent advocate for environmental justice, expressed confidence that voting for leaders like Harris and Walz could significantly impact America’s clean energy future. “Kamala Harris and Tim Walz will fight for my generation to have clean air, good jobs, and lower energy bills,” he remarked.
The campaign also aims to address broader systemic issues tied to climate change. Environmental justice leader LaTricea Adams emphasizes, “Our communities are on the front lines of the climate crisis.” She calls out the urgent need to elect leaders who prioritize access to clean air and water, stating, “This November, we are fighting for our rights to clean air, clean water, and healthy families.”
Climate Power has partnered with 13 organizations, including the Extreme Weather Survivors Action Fund and the League of Conservation Voters Action Fund, to amplify its reach and effectiveness. The campaign seeks to bring climate issues to the forefront of electoral discussions through a series of digital engagements, celebrity initiatives, and grassroots mobilization strategies.
With Election Day fast approaching, the stakes have never been higher. The campaign’s ambassadors are united in their belief that every single vote is a powerful tool for enacting real change. As actor and activist Misha Collins asserted, “That starts by electing courageous, visionary representatives… Every single vote matters.”
“Voting is hot, climate change is not. Vote like our planet depends on it because… well… it does,” emphasized Pattie Gonia, an environmentalist and drag queen.
To participate in this crucial initiative, voters are encouraged to visit TooHotNotToVote.com to make a voting plan, check their registration status, and become informed about candidates’ climate records. As the 2024 elections draw near, the momentum of the “Too Hot Not To Vote” campaign underscores the vital intersection of civic engagement and climate action.
