By: George C. Keefe


In a landmark decision that signals a turning point for environmental protection and climate resilience, California voters have demonstrated their commitment to a sustainable future by approving a groundbreaking $10 billion environmental bond measure.

This historic investment, known as the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024, represents not just a financial commitment, but a powerful statement about our collective will to address climate challenges head-on.

The passage of this transformative bond speaks volumes about Californians' understanding of the urgent need to build climate resilience.

At a time when many might feel overwhelmed by environmental challenges, this decisive action shows that communities can and will come together to protect our shared future.

This comprehensive initiative strategically targets several critical areas that affect millions of lives.

From enhancing wildfire prevention infrastructure to strengthening flood protection systems and implementing measures to combat extreme heat, the bond creates a robust framework for climate adaptation.

Additionally, its focus on wildlife protection, parkland preservation, and air quality improvement demonstrates a holistic approach to environmental stewardship.

What makes this victory particularly significant is its timing.

As we face increasingly frequent and severe climate events, this proactive investment in resilience infrastructure couldn't be more crucial.

The bond's approval sends a clear message: we don't have to choose between economic stability and environmental protection – we can, and must, pursue both.

But this is just the beginning of what we need to do to secure a truly safe climate future.

While California's bond measure represents an important step forward, at Restore The Climate (RTC), we recognize that the global climate crisis demands even bolder action.

Our mission aligns perfectly with this momentum, as we push beyond the conventional goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.

RTC's vision is more ambitious because it needs to be.

We're not just aiming to stop emissions – we're committed to removing one trillion tons of CO2 from the atmosphere by 2050.

This number might seem staggering: 1,000,000,000,000 tons.

Yet, we know it's achievable because nature has accomplished this feat before, and with human innovation and determination, we can do it again.

The California bond measure demonstrates exactly the kind of decisive action we need to see replicated and scaled up across the globe.

To achieve our goal of climate restoration by 2050, we must accelerate the implementation of climate solutions this decade.

The window for action is now, and 2030 is our critical milestone for scaling up the solutions that will make climate restoration possible.

As California leads the way with this bold investment, we at RTC are inspired and energized.

This victory shows that when people understand what's at stake and what's possible, they choose action and hope over inaction and despair.

We invite everyone inspired by California's example to join us in our mission to restore a safe climate by 2050.

Together, we can build on this momentum and create the transformative change our planet needs.

The path to climate restoration is challenging but achievable. California's voters have shown us that the public will support ambitious climate action.

Now it's time to take that spirit of determination and scale it up to meet the global challenge ahead.

​The future is in our hands, and together, we can restore a safe and healthy climate for generations to come.
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Note: The Author, George C. Keefe is an Environmentalist, Green Coatings Enthusiast, Advisor, Contractor, Consultant, Vegan, Blogger, Podcaster. Protecting the Health of People & Planet. CEO & Founder at GLOBAL Encasement, Inc., Restoration & Management vs Removal & Replacement. Why Replace – Just Encase!