Environmental groups fault climate-change plan

Journal Article · Mon May 09 00:00:00 EDT 1994 · Chemical and Engineering News; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1021/cen-v072n051.p028· OSTI ID:7274595

Zurer, P

The Clinton Administration's Climate Change Action Plan will fall far short of its goal for stabilizing greenhouse gas emissions, according to critics from environmental groups. But the White House defends its approach to global warming as a unique partnership between industry and government. The plan, unveiled by President Clinton last fall, aims to limit US emissions of greenhouse gases to no greater than 1990 levels by 2000. It relies on mostly voluntary programs and increased support for renewable energy sources to cut emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), and other gases that contribute to global warming. The Clinton Administration's plan relies for the most part on pledges by industry and utilities to cut emissions. It will save energy and save businesses money while creating jobs.

• OSTI ID: 7274595
• Journal Information: Chemical and Engineering News; (United States), Vol. 72:19; ISSN 0009-2347
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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