Tony Sirna, strategy coordinator at the Citizens’ Climate Lobby, explains how a bipartisan proposal known as the “Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act” aims to address climate change and benefit individuals and families directly.

“We estimate that 10 years into the program, a family of four would be receiving $288 a month.” — Tony Sirna

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Noah Arroyo is the San Francisco Public Press’ editor. He has previously worked at the San Francisco Chronicle and Mission Local, specializing in enterprise journalism.