“It gave me the resources to meet the people I need to meet outside the School of the Environment, and it gave me the confidence, academically, to feel like I was capable of taking those positions,” Shenefelt said. “The most meaningful part was becoming president of genCLEO, because that is where I achieved the most hands-on environmental policy work.”
With 90% of Duke Energy Florida’s generation mix coming from these polluting sources, it’s yet another proof point that we must transition to cheaper, cleaner energy solutions to both protect our pocketbooks and our health.
"For me working in climate allows me to have an impact on the levers that really improve life for everything on this Earth."
“Race for Our Future® is more than a 5K. It’s a powerful reminder that climate action starts at the community level and every step taken represents a commitment to protecting our environment, strengthening our resilience, and securing a healthier future for the next generation.”
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