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Committee for Economic Development

Reasoned solutions in the nation’s interest

Climate, Energy & Nature

Climate change is a 21st-century global challenge, which may threaten global security, economic prosperity, environmental sustainability and public health. US leadership is critical to address this challenge and that can only be achieved through a comprehensive, collaborative strategy between the public and private sectors in countries around the world. The mission of the Climate, Energy & Nature Committee is to determine the goals, principles and policies to guide a comprehensive US climate strategy that builds on the foundation of market principles, the acceleration of innovation, and preservation of US competitiveness.

The Role of Markets in Reaching Net Zero

This Solutions Brief focuses on the essential role of market mechanisms and innovation in driving adoption of new technologies.

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Public and Private Innovation to Reach Net Zero

Getting to net zero requires technologies that are not currently commercially available. Use the power of markets to help companies make further innovation.

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An Energy Transition Road Map

A wide variety of solutions, including greater use of clean energy sources to replace fossil fuels and reduction of emissions in major economic sectors.

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Three public policy recommendations for 2023

Infographic of three public policy recommendations for US in 2023

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A Road Map for a Sustainable Clean Energy Transition

Infographic: A road map for a sustainable clean energy transition

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Trustee Policy Summit

CED Biannual Trustee Policy Summit: Fall 2024

November 21, 2024

Press Releases / In the News

CED experts and Trustees speak on this policy issue.

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CED Provides Plan to Reach Net Zero While Ensuring Economic Growth

May 16, 2024

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CED Maps Out 2024 Policy Priorities and Solutions

January 23, 2024

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Survey: In 2024, CEOs Are Most Worried About a Recession & Inflation, But S…

January 10, 2024

COMMENTARY AND LETTERS

The climate work we must do now to meet our 2050 goals

September 20, 2023

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To Reach Net-Zero Emissions by 2050, US Government & Business Must Work in …

July 13, 2023

IN THE NEWS

Reaching Net-Zero Emissions

January 23, 2023