Biden’s Climate Achievements Fly Under Radar

Summary:
Despite President Joe Biden’s significant actions on climate change, these efforts have largely gone unnoticed by many voters, particularly younger ones. A CBS News/YouGov poll revealed that nearly half of voters who prioritize climate change were unaware of Biden’s climate initiatives. To address this, a series of explainers will highlight Biden’s climate achievements.
Biden’s administration has undertaken over 300 climate actions, including:

• The American Rescue Plan, which included climate provisions.
• The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which supports clean energy and EV infrastructure.
• The Inflation Reduction Act, predicted to significantly reduce carbon emissions and create jobs.
• The CHIPS and Science Act, promoting domestic chip production.
• Numerous regulations targeting emissions across various sectors.
  Biden’s climate goals include reducing greenhouse emissions by 50% from 2005 levels by 2030, achieving a carbon-free power sector by 2035, and reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. His administration has also emphasized environmental justice, economic transition for fossil fuel-dependent communities, and integrating climate policy into foreign policy.
  However, challenges remain, such as court rulings blocking some initiatives and potential policy reversals if Donald Trump returns to office. The administration’s policies have already started to create green jobs and cut emissions, with more detailed discussions to follow in future posts.
  Sources:
• CBS News
• Climate Power
• White House
• Center for American Progress