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Energy Resources for State and Local Governments

CSC Tip Sheets: Working Across Ideological Differences

This CSC Tip Sheet provides insight on effective practices for implementing local climate and energy programs.

Within communities, people have varying views when it comes to climate change. Many communities have found ways to work across ideological differences and focus on common values and goals. Read this tip sheet to learn what works, and what to watch out for.

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