IISD Strongly Commends Canada/USA Climate Change Statement
“I strongly commend President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau on their joint commitment to science-based leadership" said Scott Vaughan, president-CEO of IISD.
Today Canada and the United States issued a statement outlining a shared vision for working together to advance clean energy development and adaptation to climate change.
Scott Vaughan, President of the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), said:
“I strongly commend President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau on their joint commitment to science-based leadership. They have laid the groundwork to reduce methane emissions and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), phase out fossil fuel subsides, and work with provinces, territories and states in implementing the Paris Agreement. Given the collective challenge we face in reducing emissions and meeting our 2020 and 2030 targets, coordinating efforts with the US will be an essential part of the solution. It will help create incentives for the greatest emissions reductions at the lowest cost."
“We welcome the President and Prime Minister’s joint commitment to building a sustainable Arctic economy in collaboration with Indigenous and Arctic governments, leaders and communities. It is also exciting to see new investment into efforts to adapt to the impacts of climate change."
About IISD
The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is an award-winning independent think tank working to accelerate solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resource management, and fair economies. Our work inspires better decisions and sparks meaningful action to help people and the planet thrive. We shine a light on what can be achieved when governments, businesses, non-profits, and communities come together. IISD’s staff of more than 250 experts come from across the globe and from many disciplines. With offices in Winnipeg, Geneva, Ottawa, and Toronto, our work affects lives in nearly 100 countries.
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