US pledges 50% cut in emissions by 2030

The United States has pledged to cut CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030. In a virtual conference attended by the leaders of China, Russia, France, Germany, India and 35 other nations, Biden said the US was committed to the radical cuts.

“My administration is advancing the most ambitious climate agenda in our Nation’s history.  Our clean energy plan will create millions of good-paying union jobs, ensure our economic competitiveness, and improve the health and security of communities across America,” said Biden.

“By making those investments and putting millions of Americans to work, the United States will be able to cut our greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030.”

The Whitehouse says the target was calculated from a careful industry-by-industry analysis. Experts says the cuts are achievable but will require significant regulatory action and new legislation from Congress.