Today Canada and the United States issued a statement outlining a shared vision for working together to advance clean energy development and adaptation to climate change.

Scott Vaughan, President of the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), said:

“I strongly commend President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau on their joint commitment to science-based leadership. They have laid the groundwork to reduce methane emissions and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), phase out fossil fuel subsides, and work with provinces, territories and states in implementing the Paris Agreement. Given the collective challenge we face in reducing emissions and meeting our 2020 and 2030 targets, coordinating efforts with the US will be an essential part of the solution. It will help create incentives for the greatest emissions reductions at the lowest cost."

“We welcome the President and Prime Minister’s joint commitment to building a sustainable Arctic economy in collaboration with Indigenous and Arctic governments, leaders and communities. It is also exciting to see new investment into efforts to adapt to the impacts of climate change."