Awarding $10 million to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. by 2030
Why the 2030 Climate Challenge?
Rising sea levels. Warming temperatures. Fiercer storms. Raging wildfires. We’re already feeling the effects of climate change on a global scale. Here in the United States, the buildings, industry, and transportation sectors produce more than half of greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. With the 2030 Climate Challenge, we are looking for proven, data-driven solutions ready to serve as a model for change for communities across the United States. If your non-profit organization is working to reduce greenhouse gases in the buildings, industry, or transportation sectors in the U.S. by 2030, we invite you to be part of the solution.
Fact 01
The buildings, industry, and transportation sectors together account for 63% of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States.
Fact 02
Transportation is now the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S., surpassing the emissions from the power sector for the first time in 2016.
Fact 03
Industry is now a larger source of emissions than coal-fired power generation, and emissions from that sector are growing.
Fact 04
Emissions in the buildings sector comprise of indirect (electricity generated off-site to power buildings) and direct emissions (on-site combustion of fossil fuels for cooking and space and water heating).
How to Participate
Learn more about how to participate in the 2030 Climate Challenge.
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