How US Climate Policy Affects Renewable Energy and Ocean Conservation

Climate policy in the U.S. has taken a wild ride in recent years. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, I speak with Chris Moyer, founder of Echo Communication Advisors, about the turbulent shifts in federal policy—especially during the Trump and Biden administrations—and how these shifts have disrupted progress in renewable energy. We explore what these changes mean for energy development, environmental protections, and how public messaging influences the political will to act.

Renewable energy isn’t just a technological challenge—it’s also a communication challenge. Chris breaks down how effective storytelling and smart policy design can turn the tide, even in politically divided landscapes. We also look at what the future might hold for climate action in the U.S. and what it all means for protecting the ocean and accelerating a transition away from fossil fuels.

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Renewable Energy and Ocean Conservation
03:15 – Meet Chris Moyer: Why Climate Communication Matters
07:30 – What’s Happening with U.S. Climate Policy Right Now
12:45 – The Legacy of Trump-Era Climate Rollbacks
17:00 – Policy Whiplash: Shifts Under the Biden Administration
22:30 – How Federal Policy Impacts Clean Energy Projects
27:45 – Why Public Communication Shapes Climate Outcomes
33:00 – The Connection Between Climate and Ocean Action
38:15 – Barriers to Renewable Energy in the U.S.
43:30 – Where Do We Go from Here? Climate Action in 2025 and Beyond
50:00 – Final Thoughts: Staying Hopeful and Taking Action

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