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Local groups discuss the new climate legislation in Wisconsin

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EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) — Local lawmakers and environmental groups met to discuss new climate legislation.

The climate accountability act was introduced into the Wisconsin state legislature last month.

The bill calls for the legislature to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.

State Representative Christian Phelps says it’s an ambitious goal but a necessary one.

“It is around the corner. It’s ambitious, but we don’t just not pay for this, there’s no scenario where we don’t pay. We either pay by destroying the planet or we pay by investing in renewable energy and divesting from carbon emissions,” said Phelps.

Phelps says if passed, the bill would both limit climate change and reduce the cost of electricity and heat for local residents.

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