United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Executive Director Achim Steiner today released the following statement:

“President Obama’s Clean Power Plan is a welcome commitment not only to reduce carbon emissions but to increase use of renewables like wind and energy.

“This is an important signal from the United States in the run-up to the Paris climate talks. President Obama’s plan increases the momentum as we approach COP21, and I hope his leadership and that of other leaders and nations will help achieve a lasting and meaningful agreement between all states in December.

“Climate change is the defining issue of our time, and we have a responsibility to act decisively now for the sake of future generations. UNEP stands ready to assist member states in their efforts to tackle the challenge.”

 

Issued by United Nations Environment Programme