Archived Content

Energy & Environment

Access to reliable, affordable energy undergirds U.S. national and economic security, and a clean, healthy environment is essential for economic prosperity now and for future generations. Business Roundtable supports policies that capitalize on America’s strengths in technology and energy diversity to maximize U.S. energy options and preserve environmental quality. The business community has a special obligation to step forward and help build an environmentally and economically sustainable future.

Recent Activities in Energy & Environment

October 21, 2014
News Release

October 21, 2014

The Honorable Gina McCarthy
Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 3000
Washington, DC  20460

Dear Administrator McCarthy:

On behalf of the more than 200 CEO members of Business Roundtable, who lead major U.S. companies operating in every sector of the economy, we are writing regarding the ozone national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS).

June 2, 2014
News Release

Business Roundtable today commented on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) proposal to regulate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from existing U.S. power plants.

May 9, 2014
News Release

Business Roundtable today welcomed President Obama’s directive to federal agencies and departments to achieve greater energy efficiency improvements in federal buildings.

May 8, 2014
Letter

On behalf of the more than 200 CEO members of Business Roundtable, who lead major American companies operating in every sector of the U.S. economy, I write to convey Business Roundtable’s strong endorsement for Congressional approval of the Keystone XL pipeline project.

May 5, 2014
Letter

On behalf of the more than 200 CEO members of Business Roundtable, who lead major American companies operating in every sector of the U.S. economy, I write to convey Business Roundtable’s strong support for the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2014, S. 2262, and respectfully request that this vital legislation be brought to the Senate floor for a vote as expeditiously as possible.

Pages

We use cookies to give you the best experience when using our website. You can click “Accept” if you agree to allow us to place cookies. For more information, please see our Cookie Notice.