The Biden Administration Has Taken More Climate Action Than Any Other in History ArticleMar 6, 2024 The Biden Administration Has Taken More Climate Action Than Any Other in History The United States has accomplished more on climate change under the Biden administration than during any other presidential administration—and there’s still more to come. Mar 6, 2024 Trevor Higgins, Rachel Chang, Devon Lespier
A Green Buyers Club In the NewsJan 10, 2024 A Green Buyers Club In this report published by Clean Energy Canada, Mike Williams, Rachel Chang, and their co-authors Jana Elbrecht, Ollie Sheldrick, and Mary Hellmich, analyze the status of green public procurement for construction materials in Germany, Canada, and the United States. Jan 10, 2024 Clean Energy Canada Rachel Chang, Jana Elbrecht, Mary Hellmich, 2 More Ollie Sheldrick, Mike Williams
These Fossil Fuel Industry Tactics Are Fueling Democratic Backsliding ArticleDec 5, 2023 These Fossil Fuel Industry Tactics Are Fueling Democratic Backsliding As citizens around the world increasingly favor serious policy action to fight climate change, the fossil fuel industry is undermining democratic principles to stem the tide of climate action—spreading misinformation and obstructing elected governments’ climate efforts, promoting anti-democratic movements and candidates, and even undermining democratic rights. Dec 5, 2023 Chris Martinez, Laura Kilbury, Joel Martinez, 6 More Calee White, Mariel Lutz, Kat So, Kate Petosa, Allison McManus, Anne Christianson
Official COP28 Side Event: Trade in a Climate-Constrained World: Adding Value From U.S. Manufacturing to Indian Entrepreneurship Past EventDec 3, 2023 Official COP28 Side Event: Trade in a Climate-Constrained World: Adding Value From U.S. Manufacturing to Indian Entrepreneurship The Center for American Progress, the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation, and Development Alternatives are excited to host this official UNFCCC COP28 side event in Dubai. Dec 3, 2023 Patrick Gaspard, Koyel Mandal, Anna Fendley, 5 More Trevor Sutton, Shrashtant Patara, Rajani Ranjan Rashmi, Marta Torres Gunfaus, John Podesta
To Tackle Climate Change, the Cycle of Crisis, Debt, and Underinvestment in the Global South Must End ArticleJun 5, 2023 To Tackle Climate Change, the Cycle of Crisis, Debt, and Underinvestment in the Global South Must End The United States must push for transformative reforms to the global financial system to alleviate Global South debt burdens that prevent investments in climate, development, and democratic institutions. Jun 5, 2023 Kate Donald, Frances Colón, Anne Christianson, 2 More Heba Malik, Cassidy Childs
U.S. Diplomacy Can Prevent Canadian Transboundary Mining Pollution on the Northern Border ReportApr 18, 2023 U.S. Diplomacy Can Prevent Canadian Transboundary Mining Pollution on the Northern Border The Biden administration should press Canada to come to the table through the International Joint Commission to address Canadian mining pollution that poses significant danger to Alaskan communities. Apr 18, 2023 Michael Freeman
What the U.S. Must Bring to the 2023 U.N. Loss and Damage Negotiations To Address Climate Change Impacts ArticleMar 20, 2023 What the U.S. Must Bring to the 2023 U.N. Loss and Damage Negotiations To Address Climate Change Impacts The United States must show up to loss and damage discussions this year with solidarity, constructive negotiating positions, and credible finance solutions so that the world can not only address the losses and damages of climate change, but also continue to pursue ambitious climate mitigation goals. Mar 20, 2023 Cassidy Childs
Lula’s Presidential Victory Is an Opportunity To Renew U.S.-Brazil Climate Cooperation ArticleNov 10, 2022 Lula’s Presidential Victory Is an Opportunity To Renew U.S.-Brazil Climate Cooperation Following the election of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to Brazil’s presidency—and the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act marking the largest climate investment in U.S. history—a moment of truth for climate emerges for the most populous countries in the Americas right as leaders gather for COP27 in Egypt. Nov 10, 2022 Ryan Richards, Joel Martinez, Frances Colón
A Primer on the 2022 National Security Strategy ArticleOct 19, 2022 A Primer on the 2022 National Security Strategy The 2022 National Security Strategy introduces new ideas on navigating strategic competition with China and Russia, investing at home, and a renewed focus on the fight against climate change. Oct 19, 2022 Peter Juul, Heba Malik
The US and EU must support climate loss and damage action In the NewsOct 18, 2022 The US and EU must support climate loss and damage action Anne Christianson and Dennis Tänzler urge the United States and European Union to support climate loss and damage action at next month’s United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change conference. Oct 18, 2022 The Hill Anne Christianson, Dennis Tänzler
How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Drive Global Climate Action ArticleAug 17, 2022 How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Drive Global Climate Action The Inflation Reduction Act puts the United States on track to meeting its Paris Agreement commitment and to reclaiming the mantle of global climate leadership. Aug 17, 2022 Frances Colón, Anne Christianson, Cassidy Childs
The 9th Summit of the Americas is an Opportunity to Center Climate Action in Regional Security ArticleMay 26, 2022 The 9th Summit of the Americas is an Opportunity to Center Climate Action in Regional Security President Biden must capitalize on hosting this year’s Summit of the Americas to galvanize a regional security strategy that centers climate action. May 26, 2022 Joel Martinez, Frances Colón
Achieving Energy Independence While Supporting European Allies ArticleMar 22, 2022 Achieving Energy Independence While Supporting European Allies Congress and the White House should act immediately to support our European allies and build long-term energy independence, while also providing American families with relief from the increased costs inflicted by the fossil fuel industry profiteering off Putin’s war on Ukraine. Mar 22, 2022 Anne Christianson, Shannon Baker-Branstetter, Trevor Higgins, 3 More Sally Hardin, Jenny Rowland-Shea, Nicole Gentile
How the United States Can Fulfill Its Critical Forest Pledges ReportFeb 9, 2022 How the United States Can Fulfill Its Critical Forest Pledges As the Biden administration works to implement national and international forest pledges, it must take actions to secure the full suite of climate benefits that forests can provide. Feb 9, 2022 Anne Christianson
Integrating Ocean and Climate Diplomacy ReportDec 19, 2018 Integrating Ocean and Climate Diplomacy Countries and subnational governments should bring ocean issues in from the periphery of the climate conversation. Dec 19, 2018 Gwynne Taraska
Burning the Data ReportJun 13, 2018 Burning the Data President Trump and his allies threaten to defund and thus dismantle vital climate and energy data and research programs as part of their broader attack on science. Jun 13, 2018 Luke Bassett, Kristina Costa, Lia Cattaneo
Advancing the U.S. Nonfederal Movement to Support the Paris Agreement ReportNov 6, 2017 Advancing the U.S. Nonfederal Movement to Support the Paris Agreement The climate alliances among U.S. states, cities, and businesses could become global players in the fight against climate change. Nov 6, 2017 Gwynne Taraska, Howard Marano
How California Can Continue its Global Climate Leadership ArticleJun 30, 2017 How California Can Continue its Global Climate Leadership Reauthorizing the state’s cap-and-trade program is critical for global momentum. Jun 30, 2017 Howard Marano
BONUS EPISODE: Actually, We Won’t Always Have Paris PodcastJun 1, 2017 BONUS EPISODE: Actually, We Won’t Always Have Paris Christy Goldfuss joins Thinking CAP to break down Trump's possible withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Jun 1, 2017 Michele L. Jawando, Igor Volsky, Christy Goldfuss, 2 More Sally Tucker, Rachel Rosen
A Proposal for U.S. Leadership on International Climate Finance During the Trump Administration ReportMay 24, 2017 A Proposal for U.S. Leadership on International Climate Finance During the Trump Administration U.S. citizens, state and local governments, and businesses can support clean energy and climate resilience in the most vulnerable regions—and challenge the federal government to do the same. May 24, 2017 Gwynne Taraska
The Big Melt: Curbing Arctic Climate Change Aligns with U.S. Economic and National Security Goals ReportMay 8, 2017 The Big Melt: Curbing Arctic Climate Change Aligns with U.S. Economic and National Security Goals At upcoming Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting, Secretary Rex Tillerson has an opportunity to protect U.S. national security and economic interests. May 8, 2017 Cathleen Kelly, Howard Marano
The Flip Side of Climate Risk ReportApr 18, 2017 The Flip Side of Climate Risk Self-interested nations—and international forums for economic governance—will pursue the opportunities inherent in the effort to curb climate change. Apr 18, 2017 Gwynne Taraska
3 Things Americans Should Know About China in the Paris Climate Agreement ArticleFeb 9, 2017 3 Things Americans Should Know About China in the Paris Climate Agreement Beijing is watching to see whether the Trump administration will bolster or undermine American interests vis-a-vis China. Feb 9, 2017 Melanie Hart
3 Reasons Why Undermining the Paris Climate Agreement Would Be Bad for Business ArticleJan 13, 2017 3 Reasons Why Undermining the Paris Climate Agreement Would Be Bad for Business As the World Economic Forum gathers for its annual summit in Davos, Switzerland, the business case for the United States to continue its commitment to the Paris Agreement continues to grow. Jan 13, 2017 Howard Marano, Cathleen Kelly
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.