The NPR Politics Podcast White House Climate Official Ali Zaidi On Biden's Climate Law — And What's Next
Sep 1, 2022
Ali Zaidi, the Deputy National Climate Adviser, discusses the landmark Inflation Reduction Act and its implications for climate policy in the U.S. He explores the Biden administration's strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing American manufacturing through clean technologies. Zaidi emphasizes the importance of coalition-building and the possible need for these policies to withstand future political shifts. He also highlights the rise of renewable energy initiatives, addressing both legal hurdles and the act's focus on social justice in climate action.
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Broad Coalition for Climate Action
- The Inflation Reduction Act's success is attributed to the diverse coalition supporting it.
- This coalition includes labor, young people, rural and urban communities.
Bridging the Emissions Gap
- The Inflation Reduction Act won't fully achieve Biden's 50% emissions reduction goal.
- Private sector investments are expected to help bridge the gap.
Impact of Executive Actions
- Executive actions can drive market change, even if later rescinded.
- The methane emission standards example demonstrates industry's continued progress despite rollbacks.