The Obama Administration Policy on Climate Change and the Sustainable Development Goals:

Abstract

Climate change, driven by human activities, poses significant threats to the environment and economy, leading to rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss. Governments worldwide, led by the USA, have committed to combating this challenge. Since his first term, President Barack Obama has championed climate change mitigation through various policies. In 2015, the United Nations established the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), aiming to balance current needs with future sustainability. Goal 13 specifically addresses climate action, and Obama played a crucial role in advancing this goal despite opposition from political and industry groups. This research examines climate change as a global threat, evaluates the Obama administration's policies and collaboration with the UN, and assesses the outcomes and challenges of these initiatives.