White House Climate Coordinator facts for kids
Quick facts for kids White House National Climate Advisor |
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| Executive Branch of the U.S. Government Executive Office of the President |
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| Appointer | The President |
| Deputy | Ali Zaidi |
The White House National Climate Advisor is an important job within the White House. This role was created when President Joe Biden became president on January 20, 2021. The person in this job helps the president make big decisions about climate change inside the United States.
The climate advisor is the president's main helper for climate change policy. They also lead a special team called the White House Office of Domestic Climate Policy. This team works on plans to protect our planet and deal with climate issues in the country.
On December 14, 2020, it was announced that Gina McCarthy would be the first National Climate Advisor. She used to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Barack Obama. The EPA is a government group that works to protect human health and the environment. Ali Zaidi, who worked on energy and environment in New York, became the first Deputy National Climate Advisor.
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What Does the Climate Advisor Do?
The main job of the White House National Climate Advisor is to guide the president on how to handle climate change within the United States. This includes creating new rules and programs to reduce pollution and help our country become more environmentally friendly.
Helping the President with Climate Plans
The advisor helps the president set goals for fighting climate change. They work on ideas like using more clean energy, protecting natural areas, and making sure communities are ready for changes in the climate. Their advice helps shape the country's future.
Leading the Climate Policy Team
The climate advisor leads a team of experts in the White House. This team works together to develop and carry out plans that address climate change. They look at different ways to solve environmental problems and make sure the government's actions are effective.
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Gina McCarthy, the first White House National Climate Advisor.
