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State Strategies. One state at a time.
Energy, Climate and Natural Resource Policy
Sound environmental policy is made at state capitals. State Strategies is focused on climate policy and the protection of our natural environment and wildlife. We have built our careers on these issues.
About State Strategies
We are a state and local government affairs consulting firm specializing in climate, energy, data centers and natural resource issues.
Our commitment is to advance ambitious environmental policy in the Golden State and beyond.
We promote environmental policies based on solid scientific, technological, and policy research. We then design or replicate the infrastructure necessary to implement those policies within other states.
We provide comprehensive government relations services to NGOs, agencies, and clean technology organizations—from conception to execution.
Our Services
Legislative Development, Analysis and Fiscal Evaluation
Policy Research
Government Policy Planning and Strategy
Reputation Management
Project Funding / Appropriation
Grassroots Constituency and Coalition Building
Legislative Advocacy
We empower and equip our clients by helping them navigate the political and institutional complexities of the legislature.
We understand process and are skilled policy negotiators. Let us handle everything and we will enter the 'smoke filled room' and let you know the outcome. Alternatively, you can go with us on this journey and expand your knowledge and make new friends at the Capitol.
We avoid surprises by studying the motivations of all the players: legislators, staff, lobbyists and interest groups.
We know almost everyone and are widely respected where we work.
We are adept at fostering strategic partnerships with key decision makers and powerful stakeholders.
Agency Knowledge
California Air Resources Board
(CARB)
California Environmental Protection Agency
(CalEPA)
California Energy Commission
(CEC)
California Public Utilities Commission
(CPUC)
Expertise
Energy
Including electricity, data centers and transportation fuels.
Environmental Law
State, federal, and local
Agriculture & Water
Carbon Market Programs
Recycling Programs / Markets
Land Use
Habitat / Conservation / Wildlife Policy
Social and Economic Justice Issues
Projects & Accomplishments
SB 864 / AB 1273 Climate Superfund Bill
SB 540 / AB 825
AB 1297
AB 368
Data Center Advocacy
Carb Livestock Methane Resolution
Program Funding & Campaigns
Played an integral role in the passage of Proposition 68 and managed a coalition of over 100 organizations for regional and statewide campaign activities.
Secured millions in Greenhouse Gas Reduction Funds (GGRF) for environmental priorities including but not limited to clean transportation, urban greening, low-income energy services, and healthy soils in the budget process each year.
Clients
Our Clients
Climate Action California
Rubber Manufacturers
of America
Climate Reality Atlanta
Community Action Agency
Renewable Advocates
350 Sacramento