Climate Change
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The U.S. Chamber believes that there is much common ground on which all sides of this discussion could come together to address climate change with policies that are practical, flexible, predictable, and durable. We believe in a policy approach that is supported by market-based solutions, developed through bipartisan legislation in Congress, and acknowledges the costs of action and inaction and the competitiveness of the U.S. economy. We work with policymakers to forge climate solutions and engage in the United Nations COP on behalf of the business community.
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This Coalition letter was sent to the Members of the United States Senate, opposing an amendment expected to be offered by Sen. Rubio to S. 914, the "Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act," relating to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund allocation formula.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Request for Information regarding the agency’s overall approach to address climate action.
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the United States Senate, opposing an amendment expected to be offered by Sen. Rubio to S. 914, the "Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act," relating to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund allocation formula.
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the Senate Committee on Agriculture on S. 1251, the "Growing Climate Solutions Act of 2021."
WASHINGTON, D.C.- The Brazil-U.S. Business Council (Council) applauds Brazil’s commitments on climate and curbing illegal deforestation, announced at the Leaders Summit on Climate by President Jair Bolsonaro on April 22. By pledging to reach greenhouse gas emissions neutrality by 2050, end illegal deforestation by 2030, and double funding for environmental enforcement efforts, Brazil is on a path to increasing investor confidence and enhancing sustainable economic opportunities.
Marty Durbin, Senior Vice President of Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement regarding President Biden’s announced climate goal.
This Key Vote Alert! letter was sent to the Members of the United States Senate, supporting S. 914, the "Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act of 2021.”
At the upcoming Leaders Summit on Climate, to be hosted by President Biden on April 22 & 23, Latin America will have a robust presence with eight regional heads of state in attendance. The Biden Administration brought a climate of change to Washington, and with it a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing the region. We believe that Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are essential and that emerging markets should strive to meet their targets and set even more ambitious goals.
Global Energy Institute President Marty Durbin issued the following statement on the House Republican Energy Innovation Agenda:
