#38: Mobilizing the Green Vote: A Conversation with Nathaniel Stinnett

Today, we have another compelling episode.  It is a groundbreaking discussion with Nathaniel Stinnett, founder of the Environmental Voter Project, whose mission is more crucial than ever. With millions of environmentalists failing to vote in past elections, Nathaniel is on a mission to turn this silent majority into a powerful force that politicians cannot ignore. Join us as we explore the untapped potential of environmental voters and how mobilizing them can reshape the political landscape and drive significant environmental progress.

In this episode, we sit down with Nathaniel Stinnett, the visionary behind the Environmental Voter Project. Nathaniel delves into the critical importance of mobilizing non-voting environmentalists for the 2024 presidential election. He explains the innovative strategies his organization uses to turn environmental concern into actionable voting power, emphasizing the transformative potential of these voters. Nathaniel discusses the demographics of non-voting environmentalists, the challenges of voter suppression, and the behavioral science techniques that effectively increase voter turnout. This conversation sheds light on the urgent need to engage environmentally conscious citizens in the democratic process to ensure their voices shape future policies.

Nathaniel besides being the founder and executive director of the Environmental Voter Project has over a decade of experience as a senior advisor, consultant, and trainer for political campaigns and advocacy nonprofits, Nathaniel is a recognized leader in political strategy. Dubbed "The Voting Guru" by Grist magazine and hailed as a "visionary" by The New York Times, he frequently speaks on innovative campaign techniques and voter behavior. Nathaniel has held senior positions in numerous political campaigns and serves on the Board of Advisors for MIT’s Environmental Solutions Initiative. He holds a B.A. from Yale University and a J.D. from Boston College Law School, and resides in Boston, MA, with his wife and two children.

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