Volkswagen has made a $2 billion bet that rural Americans will fall in love with electric drive. Its formula: Resurrect a rugged, iconic U.S. brand, Scout, and court Republican state leaders, who provided a generous incentives package.
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C.—On their way to a groundbreaking last week for a massive new electric vehicle plant, designed for the rebirth of an iconic American brand, guests first had to walk past a phalanx of vintage Scout sport utility vehicles.
After two years in Samoa working across community-led creative projects, sustainable tourism, environmental storytelling, and youth and women’s initiatives, Moemoana brings a strong commitment to climate justice and Pacific-led advocacy. With a background in storytelling, film and sustainable development, and a passion for amplifying First Nations and Pacific voices, Moemoana now joins Greenpeace Australia Pacific as she returns to Australia. Outside of work, she is a creative at heart—dancing, writing and staying connected to family, culture and community.
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Moemoana Schwenke – Pacific Campaigner
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