Energy/Climate Change
Energy, the environment and climate change are matters of compelling importance for the future of the nation and the world. Smart Green Planning As part of our on-line learning services, listen in on this timely interview by Marcia Elder with Foundation Guest, Carol Browner.
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Carol Browner is the assistant director to the President for Energy and Climate Change. She received the title shortly after the Obama Administration took office. Responsibilities include managing environment, climate, energy, transport and other matters related to the federal government.
Browner was Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency during the Clinton Administration. In this role, she advocated to protect public health and the environment by conserving the nation’s air, water and land from polluted materials.
Webcast interview conducted in 2007.
