The U.S. Conference of Mayors will be examining a resolution to support a switch to clean energy With news today that President Trump plans to back out of the Paris Climate Accords, the landmark international agreement to curb carbon emissions, the country?s status as a diplomatic and scientific leader is at stake?not to mention the worldwide effort to curb global warming.
A group of U.S. mayors, however, believe they might be able to take the mantle of sustainability and environmental responsibility. In addition to local initiatives and plans to encourage renewable energy and build for a more resilient future, many are looking for ways to drastically cut carbon emissions, and encourage other cities to follow suit.
Today, Mayor Steve Benjamin of Columbia, South Carolina, announced a resolution he plans to submit to the U.S. Conference of Mayors that would formally establish support from the nation?s mayors for the goal of 100 percent renewable energy in cities nationwide. ?It?s up to us as leaders to creatively implement clean energy solutions for our cities across the nation,? said Mayor Benjamin in a statement. ?It?s not merely an option now; it?s imperative.?
If @POTUS will not lead on #climatechange America's cities WILL lead! @usmayors @OurMayors #Readyfor100 #Mayors4CleanEnergy @MayorInnovation https://t.co/yL1t56RFHi— Steve Benjamin (@SteveBenjaminSC) May 31, 2017

Benjamin, a co-chair of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, also expressed his support for ...