In this week’s episode of Rooted, we’re joined by Auburn Bell—legislative strategist, policy expert, and unapologetic advocate for environmental justice. Auburn brings us into her world of climate policy, where the fight isn’t just about emissions, it’s about calling out false solutions like carbon capture, biogas, and hydrogen that keep fossil fuel corporate interests alive under the guise of progress.

We trace Auburn’s journey from the halls of Congress to her current work challenging greenwashing narratives at the national level. From energy policy and permitting reform to her deep-rooted advocacy for the youth and frontline communities, Auburn offers a sharp, grounded take on how law and policy can either uphold injustice or dismantle it.

We also discuss the return of the Trump administration and what it means for the future of environmental protections, civil rights, and climate organizing.

Note: This episode was originally recorded in January 2025.

This conversation is unfiltered, timely, and rich with clarity. Auburn reminds us that justice lies not in the performance of solutions, but in the power of truth and accountability.

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