November 29, 2016
Washington, DC- In response to reports that Elaine Chao is President-elect Trump’s pick for Transportation Secretary, Greenpeace USA spokesperson Cassady Craighill said:
“Accessible public transportation systems will significantly lower air pollution, decrease carbon emissions and slow the devastating impacts of climate change. Climate change has the potential to destroy our country’s existing transportation systems and has already contributed to severe damage, according to federal reports.
Trump’s pick for transportation secretary Elaine Chao would be wise to convince her potential new boss that urgent action on climate change and innovation of public transit will protect American lives. Chao’s connection to institutions that manufacture climate denial, like the Heritage Foundation, requires the public demand she prioritize both public health and the impacts of climate change when managing our transportation infrastructure.”
Contact:
Cassady Craighill, [email protected], 828-817-3328
