Environment and Sustainability
Businesses are invested in America’s communities, and a clean, healthy environment is critical for quality of life and economic strength in every community. Companies across industries have undertaken sustainability initiatives to improve their operations and reduce their environmental footprint, utilizing new technology and seeking efficiency.
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- 4 Climate Innovations Led By BusinessBusinesses are investing in blue hydrogen, direct air capture, and other climate technologies to build a more sustainable future.Learn More
- Funding the Green Transition: The Importance of Sustainable FinanceThere are numerous opportunities and obstacles for corporations in the U.S. and EU as they invest in the transition toward sustainable finance.Learn More
- Reducing Methane Emissions Through Smart Policy ChangesHere’s how policymakers are taking action to reduce methane emissions for a positive impact on the environment and the economy.Learn More
4 Takeaways from the UN COP26 Climate Conference
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A focus on nuclear energy, methane, and other key issues for business leaders to know about following the UN COP26 Climate Conference.
Our Work
We promote voluntary, flexible—not one-size-fits-all or prescriptive—policy solutions that will unleash business innovation and economic and environmental progress. We also push for federal investments in research and development, infrastructure modernization, smart technologies, and export initiatives that support continued business leadership and sustainable growth.
How America Can Support and Grow the 'Hydrogen Economy'
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As climate challenges continue to shape the way companies innovate, the hydrogen economy has grown and has proven to be a viable source of energy.
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Latest Content
- Jun 28, 2022U.S. Chamber Letter on the FY23 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Legislation
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations, on the Fiscal Year 2023 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations legislation.
- Jun 27, 2022U.S. Chamber Letter on FY23 Energy and Water Development Appropriations
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the House Committee on Appropriations, on the FY23 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
- Jun 22, 2022Coalition Letter on the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol
This Coalition letter was sent to Members of the United States Senate supporting ratification of the Kigali amendment to the Montreal Protocol.
Jun 13, 2022New Analysis Shows Massive Private Cleanup Costs for PFAS Chemistries at Superfund SitesThere are increasing pressures from consumers, environmental organizations, and governments to address the challenges attributed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The EPA should engage in a full regulatory impact and cost-benefit analysis as part of efforts to address these issues.
- Jun 08, 2022Hill Letter on S. 4244, "Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now (ARBAN) Act"
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, opposing S. 4244, the "Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now (ARBAN) Act."
- Jun 08, 2022PFOS and PFOA Private Cleanup Costs at Non-Federal Superfund Sites
This report provides a new analysis on the cost of cleanup for potentially responsible parties (PRP) for Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), which total over $17.4 billion for existing non-federal national priority sites alone.
- Jun 01, 2022Coalition Letter on Inclusion of PFAS in the FY23 National Defense Authorization Act
This Coalition letter was sent to the Members of the Senate and House Committees on Armed Services, on inclusion of provisions related to PFAS in the Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
- May 26, 2022Hill Letter on H.R. 7776, the "Water Resources Development Act"
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives, supporting H.R. 7776, the "Water Resources Development Act."
- May 05, 2022U.S. Chamber Joins Groups in Applauding Kigali Amendment Progress
In response to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee passage of the Kigali Amendment, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce joined several trade groups in issuing the following statement.