In a May 31, 2014 address, President Obama highlighted new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) actions to reduce carbon pollution. This plan builds on existing efforts by states, cities, and

In a May 31, 2014 address, President Obama highlighted new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) actions to reduce carbon pollution. This plan builds on existing efforts by states, cities, and companies. For details on Carbon Pollution Standards, see here.

These efforts align with his long-standing commitment to climate action. As President-elect, Obama pledged "a new chapter of American leadership on climate change" at the November 2008 Global Climate Summit. View his 2008 speech here.

He further addressed climate change during the 2009 Copenhagen Climate Talks and again in June 2013. See his 2009 remarks here and 2013 speech here.

On December 18, 2009, President Obama addressed the UN Climate Conference in Copenhagen. He declared that the time for talk was over, emphasizing the urgent need for decisive action on climate

On December 18, 2009, President Obama addressed the UN Climate Conference in Copenhagen. He declared that the time for talk was over, emphasizing the urgent need for decisive action on climate change.

His speech specifically called for global commitment to mitigation efforts, increased transparency in climate initiatives, and robust financing to support these critical goals.

Following his COP26 speech on November 8, 2021, President Barack Obama joined youth climate activists, including Columbia students, at a private roundtable. Co-sponsored by the Columbia Climate

Following his COP26 speech on November 8, 2021, President Barack Obama joined youth climate activists, including Columbia students, at a private roundtable. Co-sponsored by the Columbia Climate School and the Obama Foundation, the discussion explored the future of climate action and what inspires hope.

The session featured Andrew Fagerheim (SEAS'24), Eduarda Zoghbi (SIPA'22), and Columbia Obama Scholar Christian Vanizette.

Watch the entire session on C-SPAN: https://bit.ly/3ofNEoC