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Make Polluters Pay

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A coalition of consumer and anti-fossil fuel groups advocating for accountability in climate damage caused by polluters.

CCI Score

CCI Score: Make Polluters Pay

76.15

-0.03%

Latest Event

Make Polluters Pay Opposes Trump’s Energy Order

In response to President Donald Trump’s executive order challenging state climate laws, Make Polluters Pay has vowed to fight the order, accusing fossil fuel billionaires of influencing the president to undermine state efforts to hold polluters accountable. The coalition claims the order is further evidence of corporate capture of government and a weaponization of the Justice Department against states pursuing environmental justice.

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Make Polluters Pay is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score
Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

  • Make Polluters Pay Opposes Trump’s Energy Order Logo
    APR
    10
    2025

    In response to President Donald Trump’s executive order challenging state climate laws, Make Polluters Pay has vowed to fight the order, accusing fossil fuel billionaires of influencing the president to undermine state efforts to hold polluters accountable. The coalition claims the order is further evidence of corporate capture of government and a weaponization of the Justice Department against states pursuing environmental justice.

  • Advocacy for Polluters Pay Legislation Logo
    FEB
    07
    2025

    Representatives Jerry Nadler and Judy Chu reintroduced the Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act, a legislative proposal designed to require the largest fossil fuel polluters to contribute financially to a $1 trillion fund aimed at addressing climate change. The bill, which is championed by the Make Polluters Pay campaign, seeks to shift the financial burden of climate damage from taxpayers onto corporations, reinforcing accountability and environmental justice.

  • +80

    Public and Political Behavior

    April 10

    The Make Polluters Pay campaign is actively leveraging political avenues by supporting progressive legislation that forces fossil fuel companies to assume financial responsibility for climate damage. This aligns with anti-fascist and environmental justice principles by reducing the burden on working families and marginalized communities, while challenging established corporate interests that have historically evaded accountability.

    Nadler, Chu Reintroduce Legislation to Make Polluters Pay for Fueling Climate Crisis

  • Advocacy for Federal Polluters Pay Climate Act Logo
    SEP
    12
    2024

    Make Polluters Pay coalition, a group of consumer and anti-fossil fuel advocates, is supporting the introduction of the federal Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act. The legislation aims to hold major fossil fuel companies financially accountable for climate-related damages, reinforcing accountability and fairness in mitigating the impact of climate change.

  • +80

    Public and Political Behavior

    April 10

    The coalition's active support for federal legislation to make polluters pay demonstrates robust political engagement and a commitment to accountability. This stance challenges entrenched corporate interests in the fossil fuel industry and promotes policies to mitigate the climate crisis, aligning with progressive and anti-authoritarian values.

    New Federal Legislation Proposes to Make Polluters Pay for Climate Change

  • Legislative Initiative to Hold Fossil Fuel Polluters Accountable Logo
    SEP
    12
    2024

    On September 12, 2024, U.S. Representatives Nadler and Chu along with Senator Van Hollen introduced the Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act, legislation that would require the largest fossil fuel companies to contribute a fee based on their global emissions. The measure, praised by the Make Polluters Pay coalition, aims to hold polluters accountable, shift the financial burden from taxpayers, and channel funds into addressing climate change impacts, particularly benefiting environmental justice communities.

  • +80

    Public and Political Behavior

    April 10

    The introduction of the Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act is seen as a major progressive step in holding major fossil fuel companies accountable for their role in exacerbating the climate crisis. This initiative aligns with anti-fascist and environmental justice principles by shifting responsibility from taxpayers to the polluting corporations and reinforcing the demands for accountability in public policy.

    Nadler, Van Hollen, Chu Introduce Legislation to Make Polluters Pay for Fueling Climate Change

  • Support for Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act Logo
    SEP
    12
    2024

    Make Polluters Pay coalition publicly endorsed the Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act legislation introduced on September 12, 2024 by U.S. Representatives and a Senator. The legislation aims to require major fossil fuel companies to pay into a $1 trillion fund to address climate change impacts, environmental degradation, and promote accountability for corporate polluters.

  • +80

    Public and Political Behavior

    April 10

    The coalition's active support for progressive legislation that holds major fossil fuel companies accountable represents a strong public political stance against corporate polluter interests. This action challenges entrenched power structures and aligns with anti-authoritarian, environmental justice values.

    Nadler, Van Hollen, Chu Introduce Legislation to Make Polluters Pay for Fueling Climate Change

  • +70

    Economic and Structural Influence

    April 10

    By backing legislation that leverages economic measures to oblige fossil fuel giants to contribute to a climate fund, the coalition is fostering structural changes that reduce corporate influence and promote accountability. This initiative is a proactive step toward realigning economic power in favor of environmental justice.

    Nadler, Van Hollen, Chu Introduce Legislation to Make Polluters Pay for Fueling Climate Change

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