At more than 75 members strong, the Ceres Policy Network (BICEP) represents some of the most recognizable brands in the U.S., who have become leading advocates in the fight against the climate crisis at both the state and federal level.
Smart companies know that climate and clean energy and transportation policies present huge economic opportunities, including job creation, innovation, and pricing stability, while maintaining U.S. global competitiveness. With the U.S. back in the Paris Agreement and committed to dramatically slashing climate pollution this decade, companies that move quickly to advance solutions to the climate crisis will have a clear competitive advantage as we transition to a net zero economy — and an easier time achieving their own ambitious climate goals.
Founded in 2009, the Ceres BICEP Network helps companies voice their support for the policies our economy urgently needs to prevent the dire financial and material risks of the climate crisis, while unleashing new industries, jobs, and growth as part of the solution. These companies are respected leaders in their industries, and they recognize that transitioning to a just and inclusive clean energy economy is win-win for the planet and for business.
Over the years, members have advocated for policies across all levels of government to advance renewable energy and fuel efficiency standards, implement sustainable transportation policies, invest in clean power sources, and achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement. At the state level, Ceres BICEP Network members have played a critical role in passing some of the most ambitious climate laws in the country. And the Ceres BICEP Network’s influential and respected voice is credible across the political spectrum — helping achieve key bipartisan climate victories in states across the country.
Ceres provides its BICEP Network members with the tools and knowledge to effectively engage with state and federal policymakers on climate and energy policies. Through in-person meetings with key lawmakers and policymakers, sign-on letters, speaking engagements, and media interviews, we offer many opportunities for companies to demonstrate leadership that will result in a more just and sustainable future.
Explore our policy priorities for 2022, or learn more about our policy positions from 2009 to today.
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Join a growing network of influential businesses advocating for stronger climate and environmental justice policy in a just, inclusive, and competitive clean energy future.
Opportunities to Advocate
Energy Optimization Workgroup
The Energy Optimization Workgroup operates in partnership with the Ceres BICEP Network to build and support business engagement on state-level energy optimization policies. It is composed of more than two dozen leading businesses that recognize the critical need for robust energy optimization policies to ensure an affordable, rapid, and equitable response to our climate crisis.
Climate-Smart Agriculture and Healthy Soil Working Group
As part of the Ceres BICEP Network, the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Healthy Soil Working Group is made up of food and clothing companies leading the way on climate-smart agriculture in the U.S. Together, they push for legislative and regulatory solutions to advance climate-smart agriculture practices in the U.S.
Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance
The Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance, led by Ceres, is a collaborative group of companies focused on accelerating the transition to electric vehicles (EVs). It supports companies in making and achieving bold commitments to fleet electrification. The Alliance also loosely aggregates corporate demand for EVs to expand the business case for production of a more diverse array of EV models.
Experts
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Anne L. Kelly
Vice President, Government Relations
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Alli Gold Roberts
Senior Director, State Policy
