Since taking up this role in 2007, Ralph Izzo has been a driving force for climate action. He has been a respected voice among energy industry leaders regarding the need for comprehensive climate change policies, such as a nationwide price on carbon. Izzo is the chairman of the Nuclear Energy Institute, advocating for policies that preserve the nation's existing nuclear power plants, which provide over half of our carbon-free electricity. Izzo also advocates for climate action through organizations like the Ceo.