The Obama Adminitration had a tough decision to make when in 2012, the U.S. carbon pollution from the energy sector fell to the lowest level in two decades. As the economy continued to grow, the Obama Administration had to set new rules to cut our carbon pollution so we could protect the health of our children while continuing to move our economy.

The plan directs the EPA to work closely with states and industries to set rules for carbon pollution for new and old power plants. It also makes up 8 million dollars in loan guarantee authority to fossil fuel projects so they cn invest in innovative technologies. With this plan, it directs DOI to permit renewable projects such as wind and solar energy. The plan also expands the President’s Better Building Challenge which focuses on cutting waste from commercial, industrial, and homes. The plan also set a goal to reduce the carbon pollution by at least 3 billion metric tons by 2030.

While cutting carbon pollution, the plan also prepares the country for the impacts of climate change and leads international efforts to address global climate change. It helps educate farmers, ranchers, and landowners about climate change and new technologies. It helps educate everyone about climate preparedness tools and information. They lead international efforts and initiatives with China, India, and other major emitting countries. It also provides financial support for new coal-fired power plants overseas.