"The Effect of Non-Profit Organizations on the Passage of Climate Chang" by John-Henry Burke
 

Date of Completion

Spring 5-1-2025

Thesis Advisor(s)

Meg Boyle

Honors Major

Environmental Science

Disciplines

Environmental Law | Environmental Sciences | Legislation

Abstract

Connecticut has a long history of climate action. In this study, I looked into the effect that non-governmental organizations have on the passage of climate change legislation in Connecticut. Eighteen different climate policy stakeholders, including legislatures, non-governmental organization (NGO) staff members, youth activists and state employees were interviewed to gain their perspective on how non-profits forward climate initiatives. I found that non-profit organizations do have a significant impact on the passage of climate change legislation in Connecticut by working as providers of information to legislators and mobilizers of constituents. This impact can be limited by various political factors.

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