Weekly Briefing: Register now for CCL’s Summer Conference & Lobby Day

Apr. 15, 2026

Summer Conference & Lobby Day registration is now open! Join hundreds of other CCLers in Washington D.C. this July 26-28, 2026 for connection, education, and our signature Lobby Day on Capitol Hill.

This year’s theme — “The path to clean energy runs through D.C.” — reflects a critical moment. Permitting reform is key to unlocking clean energy projects nationwide, and it’s a major topic in Congress this year. In the last few months, lawmakers have introduced a range of related bills, held regular committee hearings, and even written op-eds in national newspapers about it.

It’s clear that Congress has a growing appetite for this important topic — but without our persistent pressure in the right direction, they could miss the mark. We have the power to come together and advocate for comprehensive, bipartisan permitting reform that will truly benefit the climate and our communities. That’s why we need you in D.C. this summer.

Some conference sessions have been announced, with plenty to still come. You can expect a dynamic agenda, with keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and everything you need to prepare for Lobby Day.

And Lobby Day itself? There’s nothing quite like it. Meeting face-to-face with congressional offices is where your voice truly comes to life. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a new citizen lobbyist, we’ll provide you with the tools, training, and education needed to confidently join your lobbying group. We want you there in D.C. with us! 

When we show up together, we send a powerful message: Americans are ready for clean, affordable energy and we want Congress to make it happen. We know a grassroots movement has the power to influence our nation’s highest legislative offices — and you can be part of it.

Early bird registration closes May 21. Register now and secure your spot.

I’ll See You in D.C.!

In other news this week:

• Conservative Conference: It’s your final chance to register for the Conservative Climate Conference livestream! Registration is $10, and will include sessions taking place between 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. ET this Saturday, Apr. 18: Neil Chatterjee’s session, a volunteer panel, and a review of Lobby Day asks. Registration closes this Friday, the day before the conference. Make sure to secure your spot to receive valuable insights into working with right-of-center members of Congress and community members.

Take action this week

If you have a little time: Plan to attend CCL’s next Town Hall-style event. Join us Wednesday, May 13 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT for a Town Hall-style event to hear organizational updates from CCL's Executive Director, Ricky Bradley. All are welcome, especially CCL supporters just starting their CCL journey, or finding their role! There will be time for audience questions to ask during the call, or submit your questions ahead of time to conference.inbox@citizensclimate.org. Plan to attend and start brainstorming your questions now! On the day of the event, join us via Zoom, no RSVP necessary. 

If you have more time: Make some media noise for Earth Month. April is a great month to make noise in the media about our climate work and the policies we support. You may want to personalize our new Local Press Release Template about your chapter’s Earth Month outreach events and send it to local journalists. Or you can also write a Letter to the Editor (LTE) using Earth Day as a hook. Watch our How to Write Effective Letters to the Editor training for tips to get started, or register here for an upcoming LTE workshop led by CCL staff. For more support, plan to join our Earth Month Media Opportunities training on Apr. 16.

Upcoming trainings

To see other events and CCL trainings, visit the Live Events Calendar on CCL Community.