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Billionaire Invests In Renewable Energy Bill For Arizona

Tom Steyer is a billionaire former hedge fund manager who, in recent years, has turned his attention to environmental activism and progressive causes.

Steyer is a significant backer of a proposed ballot measure that would greatly increase how much of Arizona’s energy comes from renewable sources.

His organization, NextGen America, has invested $2 million in the state to get more young voters involved. The Show spoke with Steyer to find out more about his bigger plans.

Steve Goldstein was a host at KJZZ from 1997 to 2022.