Jewish Perspectives on Climate and Air
AIR POLLUTION, GLOBAL WARMING and ENERGY POLICY cont.
From Jewish Council for Public Affairs Agenda for 2000-2001

Although the Senate is not expected to consider ratification of the Kyoto Protocol (the international treaty to address climate change) before 2001, global warming likely will be a significant topic of debate in the 2000 Presidential campaigns. The organized Jewish community, along with coalition partners in the faith community, will be called upon to raise public awareness of the moral and social justice implications of climate change. Furthermore, the Jewish community relations field will be called upon to educate Jewish individuals and institutions about the effects of economic decisions, such as the purchase of vehicles, energy company choices, and building management, on the environment and public health.