Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) Action Fund is the advocacy arm of the Chesapeake Climate Action Network, focused on advancing climate policy solutions in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C. The organization works to build and mobilize a grassroots movement to promote clean energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and oppose fossil fuel expansion through legislative and regulatory action.
State and regional climate and energy policy, including renewable energy standards, utility regulation and ratepayer protections, carbon reduction mandates, opposition to fossil fuel infrastructure, and broader environmental and climate justice initiatives
Primarily funded through grants from its affiliated 501(c)(3) organization Chesapeake Climate Action Network, as well as foundation grants and individual donations
Chesapeake Climate Action Network; Executive Director Michael Tidwell
Non-profit, 501(c)(4) advocacy organization
