Gabe Vasquez (NM-2)

Gabe’s Climate Position & Record

In his position on the Las Cruces City Council, Gabe committed himself to conservation of public lands. Recognizing the economic impact of the energy transition on his state, Gabe focuses his climate message on creating clean energy jobs and economic development.

Below are statements on the climate crisis articulated on his campaign website:

We have a basic responsibility to leave a better world for our kids, but unchecked pollution from dirty and outdated energy sources is putting the health and future of our children at risk. Ninety-nine percent of scientists, NASA, and the Department of Defense all agree that climate change is a threat – and we’re already seeing its impact in the forms of increasingly severe weather, drought, and wildfires. Water scarcity and drought will be one of New Mexico’s toughest issues to solve, and I’m up for the challenge.

I’ll work to encourage a transition to clean energy like wind and solar so that we can not only dramatically reduce the pollution that is disrupting our climate and making our families sick, but also create thousands of good-paying jobs right here in Southern New Mexico. We can also continue to grow our economy by electrifying our homes, cars, and businesses. New Mexico is home to some of the best research facilities in the nation and should be leading the effort in new energy technologies and drought-adaptation strategies.