5 Early Takeaways From the Biden Administration’s Conservation Atlas ArticleApr 22, 2024 5 Early Takeaways From the Biden Administration’s Conservation Atlas The Biden administration has released long-awaited metrics for U.S. land and water conservation that show national progress made toward ambitious “30x30” goals; but there’s also a deeper story to explore about the path ahead for ocean and land protection as well as the value and limits of numeric targets. Apr 22, 2024 Drew McConville, Angelo Villagomez
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
5 Ways the German G-20 Presidency Can Prevent Backsliding on the Global Climate Effort ArticleDec 8, 2016 5 Ways the German G-20 Presidency Can Prevent Backsliding on the Global Climate Effort Germany and other G-20 countries can catalyze progress on climate change by expanding and improving their infrastructure efforts. Dec 8, 2016 Gwynne Taraska, Pete Ogden, Nancy Alexander, 1 More Howard Marano
As the Paris Era Begins, the United States Decides Between Influence and Irrelevance ArticleNov 18, 2016 As the Paris Era Begins, the United States Decides Between Influence and Irrelevance The United States has been a leader in the global clean energy movement, but it now courts irrelevance and decline. Nov 18, 2016 Gwynne Taraska, Howard Marano
Opportunities for the Next Executive Director of the Green Climate Fund ReportOct 3, 2016 Opportunities for the Next Executive Director of the Green Climate Fund As the Green Climate Fund searches for its next executive director—its first in the Paris era of climate cooperation—there are a number of important opportunities a new leader should seize. Oct 3, 2016 Pete Ogden, Gwynne Taraska
Avoiding a Full Arctic Meltdown ReportSep 15, 2016 Avoiding a Full Arctic Meltdown This fall, world leaders and science ministers have a shot at stepping up global action to avert catastrophic Arctic and global climate change. Sep 15, 2016 Cathleen Kelly, Kelsey Schober
Could the G-20 Become Coherent on Climate? ReportAug 25, 2016 Could the G-20 Become Coherent on Climate? The G-20 has an opportunity to take up the mantle of climate leadership—starting with a focus on climate-compatible infrastructure. Aug 25, 2016 Gwynne Taraska, Henry Kellison
Proposals for a North American Climate Strategy ReportJun 22, 2016 Proposals for a North American Climate Strategy The new alignment of the United States, Mexico, and Canada on climate change—and the forthcoming North American Leaders’ Summit—present opportunities for these countries to undertake new, coordinated climate action. Jun 22, 2016 Gwynne Taraska, Marcela López-Vallejo, Sam Adams, 6 More Erin Flanagan, Gustavo Alanís-Ortega, Cathleen Kelly, Andrew Light, Julia Martinez, Joe Thwaites
The Potential of Proxy Carbon Pricing in International Development Finance ReportMay 25, 2016 The Potential of Proxy Carbon Pricing in International Development Finance International finance institutions can use proxy carbon pricing in conjunction with other tools to drive climate-compatible investments and help meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. May 25, 2016 Gwynne Taraska, Ori Gutin
Agriculture and the Paris Agreement Fact SheetMay 12, 2016 Agriculture and the Paris Agreement With the Paris agreement in place, climate-smart agriculture practices are essential to the United States’ and other countries’ efforts to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and to build resilience to the threats of climate change. May 12, 2016 the CAP Energy and Environment Team
From Negotiation to Fulfillment: The First U.N. Climate Conferences of the Paris Era ReportApr 12, 2016 From Negotiation to Fulfillment: The First U.N. Climate Conferences of the Paris Era As host of COP 22, Morocco can set a precedent that will help facilitate the ultimate success of the Paris agreement. Apr 12, 2016 Pete Ogden, Gwynne Taraska, Ben Bovarnick
Building Resilience to Climate Change Requires Investment in Nature ReportApr 8, 2016 Building Resilience to Climate Change Requires Investment in Nature Preserving ecosystem services is an essential component of international strategies for adaptation to climate change. Apr 8, 2016 Shiva Polefka, Gwynne Taraska
Finance for Climate Resilience in the Dawn of the Paris Era ReportJan 12, 2016 Finance for Climate Resilience in the Dawn of the Paris Era The Paris era of climate action begins with a stronger focus on narrowing the adaptation finance gap. Jan 12, 2016 Gwynne Taraska, Shiva Polefka
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.