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• Ambitious emissions cuts: The U.S. aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 61-66% by 2035, leveraging federal investments and private capital.
• Job creation and savings: The climate plan emphasizes union jobs, energy cost reductions, and community benefits.
• Clean energy transformation: Investments in renewable energy, efficiency, and innovation are making the U.S. a global leader in the clean energy economy.

President Joe Biden has announced an ambitious 2035 climate target to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 61-66% below 2005 levels. This builds on the U.S. commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 under the Paris Agreement.

The target will be supported by landmark investments from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), federal standards, and collaboration with state, Tribal, and local governments. The plan aims to drive innovation, enhance competitiveness, and reduce costs for Americans.

“This target sets a clear path to achieve a clean energy economy while creating millions of good-paying union jobs and advancing environmental justice,“ the administration noted.

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Clean Energy Progress

Since 2021, the U.S. climate agenda has catalyzed more than $450 billion in private-sector clean energy investments. Examples include:

• Arizona: $120 billion in investments, including a $5.5 billion EV battery facility.
• Georgia: $40 billion in clean energy projects, including a $2.5 billion solar panel plant expansion.
• California: $45 billion in investments, including a $4 billion lithium-ion battery factory.

Key Sectors Driving the Transition

The plan outlines bold strategies across critical sectors:

• Renewable energy: Utility-scale solar and wind are now as cost-effective as fossil fuels.
• Battery storage: Costs have dropped by 89% since 2010, enabling large-scale grid storage.
• Transportation: EV sales are surging, supported by federal standards and falling costs.
• Energy efficiency: New standards will save households over $100 annually and cut emissions by 2 billion metric tons.

“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reduce pollution, lower costs, and secure America’s clean energy future,” the administration added.

Community-Centric Approach

The plan emphasizes collaboration with local governments and underserved communities, ensuring investments benefit all Americans. Initiatives include:

• Training workers in clean energy jobs.
• Expanding infrastructure in disadvantaged areas.
• Partnering with Tribal nations to advance sustainability goals.

Takeaway

President Biden’s 2035 climate target is a bold step toward decarbonization, job creation, and U.S. leadership in the clean energy economy. By aligning innovation, investment, and equity, the plan sets a course for a sustainable future.

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