Friday, November 3, 2017

Send comment asking Department of Transportation to address climate change by keeping greenhouse gas measurement and planning requirements in MAP-21 regulations


Transportation is now the largest source of climate-busting greenhouse gas emissions in America. The federal government does have important tools available to reduce these emissions. One such tool — the MAP-21 pollution rule — requires federal transportation planners to measure the climate change impact of transportation projects, and to plan to reduce emissions.

But as part of the Trump administration’s broader attack on climate action and clean energy, the U.S. Department of Transportation is now trying to weaken the rule. 

Help NRDC defend action against climate pollution from transit. Tell the DOT you support MAP-21’s strong requirements to measure — and reduce — climate pollution from transportation. DOT comments are due by midnight on Monday, Nov. 6, so please act fast.

Your comment will be sent to:

U.S. Department of Transportation

Subject line:

I Support Reducing Climate Pollution from Transportation

(Consider adding your own thoughts — personalized messages are especially effective)
Dear Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao:
I support the MAP-21 requirement that transportation projects supported by the federal government account for climate change pollution. I am very concerned about climate change and its devastating impacts on our environment and the health of families and children. MAP-21 is an important tool for addressing climate change because transportation is now the largest source of climate pollution in America. 
I urge you to ensure the Department of Transportation does its part in our country’s effort to address climate change by keeping greenhouse gas measurement and planning requirements in MAP-21 regulations. 
Thank you.

- NRDC

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