Global warming and climate change have become some of the most pressing threats of our times. The US has taken several steps to reduce emissions, but has been criticized for its underwhelming progress in terms of preparing for and combating global warming. So, what is the US doing about global warming?
First, the US has begun to decrease its carbon footprint by introducing green practices and procedures across all federal agencies. These include switching to renewable energy sources, using renewable fuel sources, and increasing energy efficiency. This is part of the US government’s commitment to the Paris Agreement, which calls for the reduction of carbon emissions by at least 26-28% by 2025. The US is also investing in public and private sector initiatives to reduce green house gas emissions and develop climate-resilient communities.
Furthermore, the US is taking steps to prepare for the impacts of climate change. This includes everything from providing financial and technical assistance to local governments to help them build up coastal, flood, and drought resilience, to vehicle fleet carbon reductions, to water conservation efforts. The government is also investing in research and innovation to support clean energy technologies, such as wind power, solar power, and energy storage.
Moreover, the US is putting pressure on other countries to take similar steps at reducing their carbon emissions by introducing new standards for both fossil fuel and non-fossil fuel-reliant economies. It is also working with the world’s largest polluters to develop strategies to reduce their emissions. The US is embracing advanced technologies such as carbon capture to reduce emissions from new and existing coal plants and cut emissions from transportation, buildings, manufacturing, and other sectors.
While these measures are commendable, there is still much more to be done. International emissions must be reduced if global warming is to be slowed. And in order to do so, the US must take a leadership role and continue to push for reductions in emissions across all sectors of society. This includes lobbying Congress to pass legislation to support renewable energy sources, providing incentives for businesses and individuals to invest in renewable energy, and working with the world’s largest contributors to implement strategies to reduce their carbon footprint.
It is clear that the US is taking steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for the effects of climate change. However, more must be done, and it is up to us all to take action. We must all work together to reduce our carbon footprints and invest in renewable energy sources if we are to make meaningful progress in reducing global warming.
