The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion affirming the county's commitment to global climate action as President Trump announced the United States' withdrawal from 66 international agreements, including major environmental organizations.
Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath's motion underscores that Los Angeles County will not backslide on environmental protections that safeguard public health, economic stability and the future of the region's ten million residents. The county will continue advancing climate policies aligned with the Paris Agreement and pursue deeper collaboration with national and international climate coalitions.
"Climate change is not a distant threat — it is already devastating our communities," Horvath said. "Rolling back environmental protections now would be reckless and dangerous. Los Angeles County refuses to abandon the standards that protect our air, our water, and our future."
Matt Petersen, president and CEO of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator and board chair of Climate Mayors, said local and state governments must now lead on behalf of Americans and future generations.
Los Angeles County has adopted some of the most ambitious climate strategies in the world, including the OurCounty Sustainability Plan, the 2045 Climate Action Plan, the Climate Ready Communities initiative and a commitment to phase out oil drilling while expanding clean energy access.
Horvath's motion directs the county to deepen engagement with international climate organizations, inventory progress toward global climate goals and ensure continued investment in climate resilience.
"As the federal government withdraws from essential international climate frameworks, including the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement, subnational leadership has never been more vital," said Amy Holm, executive director of the Climate Registry. "LA County's participation in international climate initiatives will amplify the voices of the nearly ten million residents."
Edited by SMDP Staff