Overview
We believe that over the months and years ahead, governments – federal, state/provincial and local – will act upon the issue of global climate change. In order to succeed in a low carbon economy, ConocoPhillips must play a constructive role in public policy dialogue to devise practical, equitable and cost-effective approaches to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address the impacts of climate change.
Effective Climate Change Policy
The company climate change position outlines our principles of effective climate change policy.
These principles continue to guide our engagement on climate change policy in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia and other countries in which we operate. We work with trade associations, industry peers and other key stakeholders in efforts to align the policymaking process with our positions and principles.
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United States Climate Change Policy
The U.S. needs coordinated policies on energy and climate. In 2007, we became the first U.S.-based integrated energy company to publicly support a mandatory national framework in the U.S. to address GHG emissions. Since that time, we have worked with trade associations like the American Petroleum Institute (API), with our industry partners, and with government to advocate smart policy solutions. We remain opposed to what we believe are less efficient, costlier and less environmentally effective policy approaches. These include using existing environmental statues (e.g. the Clean Air Act), or developing a patchwork of state programs and technology mandates that imply targets must be met at any cost. We will continue to work constructively on effective, fit-for-purpose federal solutions to address climate change while ensuring the continued supply of affordable energy necessary for economic recovery and growth. |
Climate Change Policy Press Releases