Received the following from a buddy indicating that EPA is finally taking formal action on greenhouse gases.
Colleagues:
Just minutes ago, I signed a proposed finding indicating that six greenhouse gases pose a threat to the health and welfare of current and future generations of Americans. This was an historic action, and the first formal recognition by the U.S. government of the threats posed by climate change.
Two years ago, the Supreme Court urged EPA scientists to speak on the question of greenhouse gas pollution and the threats it poses to our health and welfare. They recognized the seriousness of this matter and I’m proud of the work you’ve done to tackle this question head-on.
We release this proposal amid the President’s call to transition to a low-carbon economy, and strong Congressional leadership on clean energy and climate legislation. In the weeks and months ahead, we will work closely with all stakeholders to find the best solutions to the threats of climate change. I believe that the right answer will come through legislation that focuses on green jobs, clean energy, and new technologies.
This is an historic day for our country and our agency. As Earth Day approaches, today's announcement should remind all Americans that change has come for the environment. Change has come to the EPA.
Many hands played a part in this effort. You all have my sincerest appreciation and respect. I know staff and managers in OAR, ORD and OGC played a crucial role in this document's development. In particular, let me highlight the tireless work of Lisa Heinzerling, Dina Kruger, Ben DeAngelo, Rona Birnbaum, Carol Holmes and John Hannon. They, like all EPA employees, have given so much to advance our mission of protecting human health and the environment.
As always, I’m proud to serve with you. Thanks for your extraordinary work.
Sincerely,
Lisa P. Jackson
Link to finding
here
Whoops...someone already had up...check out Bruce Nilles diary entry a bit earlier.