Today, the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) released the Climate 2030 Blueprint, a peer-reviewed study showing that the United States can dramatically cut global warming pollution while saving households and businesses in every region of the nation billions of dollars in energy costs.

The study shows that combining energy and transportation policies with a strong limit or “cap” on emissions—set at 56 percent below 2005 levels by 2030—would save the average U.S. household $900 on electricity, heating, and transportation costs in 2030. In that same year, businesses would benefit from collective net energy savings of $130 billion.

Already, the Climate 2030 Blueprint is influencing the debate on climate and energy policy—two weeks ago UCS President Kevin Knobloch was invited to present the findings to the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which is currently crafting climate legislation.

As a UCS activist, you too can help build momentum for federal climate policy by urging President Obama and senior administration officials to play an active role in ensuring that Congress passes a strong, comprehensive climate and energy policy this year.

Sincerely,

Kate Abend
National Field Organizer
UCS Climate Program

Contact President Obama and administration officials today

Dear President Obama and Administration Officials,

I want to thank you and others in the Obama administration for taking important steps to begin tackling the urgent threat of global warming at the agency level. While these actions are very important, comprehensive climate legislation remains the key to protecting our climate, breaking our dependence on oil, and putting Americans back to work. I am writing to urge you and other top officials to tell members of Congress that passage of a strong, science-based climate bill is a top priority for the administration and the country.

A new peer-reviewed study by the Union of Concerned Scientists, Climate 2030 Blueprint, shows that the United States can dramatically cut global warming pollution while significantly reducing energy costs for households and businesses in every region of the nation. The study shows that combining energy and transportation policies with a strong cap on emissions—set at 56 percent below 2005 levels by 2030—would save the average U.S. household $900 on electricity, heating, and transportation costs in 2030. Businesses would benefit from collective net energy savings of $130 billion in that same year.

While businesses, faith leaders, local officials, academics, and individuals across the country are currently urging Congress to take strong action on global warming, we also need the Obama administration to actively urge lawmakers to pass comprehensive climate and energy legislation this year.