Bloomberg Businessweek ICYMI: Climate Progress in the Face of Federal Opposition
May 1, 2025
Gina McCarthy, the first White House National Climate Advisor and former EPA administrator, shares her insights on climate change amid federal opposition. She discusses the impact of energy policies that favor fossil fuels and the crucial role the EPA plays in safeguarding health and environmental standards. McCarthy also highlights the nation's transition from coal to clean energy, emphasizing grassroots initiatives and the need for collective action to drive climate progress, even when faced with regulatory challenges.
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Fossil Fuel Priority Risks Health
- The Trump administration prioritizes fossil fuels over low-cost clean energy, dismantling the EPA and environmental justice efforts.
- This threatens public health, economies, and international alliances despite the growing climate challenges.
EPA's Core Mission and Scope
- The EPA's core mission is to protect health and environment by keeping water and air clean.
- It also engages internationally on issues like ozone layer and climate change protection efforts.
Clean Energy Dominates Market
- Clean energy is economically winning despite administration attempts to roll back environmental rules.
- Coal is a dying industry; efforts to revive it are futile with businesses investing in clean alternatives.