2022 ECOS Spring Meeting

Engaging for Action

As ECOS President Ben Grumbles has observed, deep engagement by states with regulatory partners, stakeholders, and citizens can propel ECOS toward durable bipartisan solutions. Indeed, ECOS members increasingly recognize the value of connecting with those most affected by our rules and programs, and of learning from one another. From community halls to national meetings to the world stage, we are collaborating to achieve our public health and environment missions. This gathering showcased how states can strategically engage to tackle pressing environmental challenges such as environmental justice, emerging contaminants, and climate change. We also highlighted creative and groundbreaking work with new partners to make the most of recent federal infrastructure funding, as well as innovative financing options that can accelerate investment in green infrastructure and climate-driven, nature-based solutions.

Materials

• Agenda
• Attendees
• Sponsors

Oil & Gas Caucus

• Nichole Saunders Handout

Deepening Engagement with Disadvantaged Communities

• Shaun McGrath Presentation
• Baker Botts EJ Toolkit and “ACELAS” Framework

Lunch Keynotes by NC Governor Cooper & U.S. EPA Administrator Michael Regan

• Governor Cooper’s Video Message
• Administrator Regan’s Remarks

Forging Public-Private Infrastructure Solutions

• Kendall DeLyser Presentation
• Timothy Male Presentation
• Doug Lashley Presentation

Radhika Fox Nutrient Reduction Announcement

• U.S. EPA Nutrient Reduction Memorandum

Keynote on Electric School Bus Initiative

• Sue Gander Presentation

Lunch Keynote on RiverLink

• Lisa Raleigh Presentation

Engaging on the World Stage

• Randy Chapman Presentation
• Eyal Harel Presentation