American Petroleum Institute Nips At the Heels of Administration As Global Climate Change Negotiations Unfold

摘要

The American Petroleum Institute (API) issued a statement urging political leaders in the U.S. “to use the proven results of America’s market-driven model for addressing climate challenges" during an upcoming conference in Paris. “America’s private sector has already taken the lead on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, even as we increase economic activity and domestic energy production to keep energy reliable and affordable for consumers,” said API President and CEO Jack Gerard during a conference call Monday with reporters. “Our success is driven, not by government mandate or legislative fiat, but through innovation, investment and entrepreneurial spirit.” (Despite API's steady antagonism with the Obama administration, there is some correspondence between API's declarations and objectives outlined by Department of Energy Secretary Moniz this week, reviewed in an adjacent article in this FR).