Environment / Climate Change

Environment / Climate Change
  • With a 7% pollution decline since 2017, the United States has had the largest decline of energy-related carbon dioxide emissions of any country throughout the world.

  • The United States joined the One Trillion Trees Initiative.

    • The Initiative is based on the goal of having one trillion trees planted by the end of the decade.

  • President Trump signed the Great American Outdoors Act.

    • This Act allows for National Parks to repair and upgrade their facilities or other vital infrastructure for enhanced visitor experience.

  • President Trump signed John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management and Recreation Act.

  • The Trump Administration successfully cut greenhouse gas emissions by 7% during 2019 with the goal of a 26% reduction by 2025.

  • President Trump balanced gas and oil production, including withdrawal from offshore water development for 10 years.

  • President Trump oversaw the negotiation of the USMCA trade agreement.

    • The agreement creates a more balanced and fair trade system between the three North American countries.

  • President Trump signed the Save Our Seas Act.

    • The Act addresses the issues of plastic in the ocean and how it is affecting our marine life.

  • President Trump designated 1.3 million acres of land for new wilderness.

  • President Trump now requires federal supervision over forest agencies to prevent catastrophes like wildfires.

  • The Environmental Protection Agency, an agency endorsed by President Trump, is designated to prioritize community cleanup.

  • The Trump Administration invested $38 billion towards clean water infrastructure.

  • The Trump Administration has also invested over $500 million towards Herbert Hoover Dike rebuilding and Everglades preservation.