A Better Climate Bill

A strong national carbon cap that significantly reduces heat-trapping emissions in every sector of the economy is essential if we are to avoid the most dangerous effects of global warming. Renewable energy and energy efficiency are also smart climate solutions, with proven track records of delivering emissions reductions in a cost-effective manner. But fully unlocking the potential of these solutions will require strong complementary policies including a renewable electricity standard and an energy efficiency resource standard, in combination with an economy-wide carbon cap. This integrated approach to reducing carbon emissions would provide the framework for a national transition to a clean, safer energy economy and, according to our analysis, would also increase the benefits for consumers, the economy, and the environment.