Understanding National Climate Change Strategies and Policy Implications for Regional Councils and MPOs
February 4, 2008 Workshop #13
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With climate change and its impacts being addressed at the national level, this session provided information on how climate change may affect the integration of air quality and transportation planning. Speakers discussed the various approaches and bills introduced in the 110th Congress, including the requirements set forth in the energy bill and proposals for emissions trading (cap and trade) programs. This workshop discussed how regional councils and metropolitan planning organizations need to understand the potential impact of climate change legislation on local and regional governments. Experts detailed national strategies, provided vital information and discussed regional strategies for the future.
Moderator
Kathy Daniel, Federal Highway Administration
Mark Simons, Environmental Protection Agency
Presentations:
Brent Yacobucci, Specialist in Energy and Environmental Policy, of the Congressional Research Service.
“Cap and Trade for Greenhouse Gas Reductions: Legislation and Issues”
Manik Roy, Director of Congressional Affairs, the Pew Research Center.
“The Federal Climate Change Debate”
David Strickland, Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation.
Steve Winkelman, Manager of Adaptation and Transportation, Center for Clean Air Policy.
“Green-TEA…Why How Much we Drive Matters A Lot”
Additional Materials:
Carol Werner, Executive Director of Environmental and Energy Study Institute.
"The Federal Debate and National Impact: Energy Climate Change, Global Warming"
Contact: Michael Kennedy, Program Manager - Click to Email or call 202.986.1032 Ext: 215