Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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    Advocating for a national electrical grid and renewable energy during the Obama administration Tom Harkin
    03:07
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    Transition from legislative work to Secretary of the Environment and EPA involvement Carol Browner
    02:44
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    Transition from mainstream environmental activism to working with environmental justice and Indigenous groups Courtney Hight
    04:29
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    Impact of the global financial crisis on Democratic climate change discourse Carol Browner
    02:47
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    Planning for the next interview session and reflecting on the US-China joint statement on climate change Todd Stern
    02:30
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    Influence of the Bush administration's climate policy on early negotiation strategies Todd Stern
    01:27
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    Confirmation hearing challenges for environmental regulatory approach Gina McCarthy
    02:09
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    Collaboration between labor and environmental groups during the Obama administration Frances Beinecke
    04:47
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    Generational activism and the Keystone pipeline protests Bill McKibben
    14:45
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    Reflections on government regulation and industry innovation cooperation Carol Browner
    02:25
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    Assessment of the Obama administration's environmental and climate record Courtney Hight
    02:11
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    Impact of Congress not passing cap and trade on EPA's agenda Lisa Jackson
    06:43
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    US energy policy and international climate negotiations during the Obama administration Steven Chu
    05:47
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    Obama administration's approach to biofuels in climate and energy policy Heather Zichal
    04:16
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    Advising President Obama on infrastructure delays during the recession Steven Chu
    02:51
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    Linking climate and energy policy in the Obama administration's approach Heather Zichal
    02:15
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    Engagement with senators on climate change without White House direction Steven Chu
    02:02
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    Climate change discussion during the 2008 general election campaign Bill McKibben
    02:03
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    Challenges of integrating social research in landscape design projects Kate Orff
    05:52
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    Recollection of being invited to serve as deputy assistant for energy and climate change Heather Zichal
    02:59
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    Challenges in advancing the construction of the smart grid and federal agency coordination Nancy Sutley
    05:52
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    Experiences of sexism in environmental leadership roles Carol Browner
    02:51
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    Explaining oil and gas prices during a recession and the shift to alternative energy sources Steven Chu
    04:22
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    Government's proposal process for potential drilling areas and climate change considerations Carol Browner
    01:56
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    Personal connection to Blue Hills Reservation and the No Child Left Inside program Gina McCarthy
    05:33
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    Evolution of the activist community during tenure in the Obama administration Carol Browner
    02:54
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    Step It Up 2007 and the evolution of environmental movement organizing Bill McKibben
    05:21
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    Reflections on the Obama administration's climate legacy and Rebuild by Design's impact on landscape architecture Kate Orff
    04:05
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    Personal account of the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill impact on Bayou La Batre Regina Benjamin
    03:29
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    Rebalancing energy policy with nuclear loan guarantees during the Obama administration Carol Browner
    02:15
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    Shift in Obama's energy and climate strategy post-BP and cap and trade failure Carol Browner
    02:45
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    US role in the Paris Agreement and diplomatic efforts leading up to the COP21 negotiations Todd Stern
    28:42
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    HHS involvement in climate change initiatives during the Obama administration Sylvia Burwell
    01:26
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    Impact of the BP oil spill on the administration's energy and climate agenda Heather Zichal
    00:16
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    Coordination between the administration and oil companies during oil spill responses Courtney Hight
    02:34
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    Increasing community engagement and environmental justice as EPA priorities Lisa Jackson
    02:43
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    Discussion on climate change and nuclear energy with President Obama Steven Chu
    01:29
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    Signing of the greenhouse gas endangerment finding before the Copenhagen summit Nancy Sutley
    03:46
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    Evolution of organizing principles in the environmental movement from 350.org to the People's Climate March Bill McKibben
    02:20
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    Explanation of cap and trade and its role in the Obama administration's legislative priorities Steven Chu
    05:37
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    US delegation's experience at the UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen Heather Zichal
    07:43
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    Reflections on international climate change agreements and US energy policy Steven Chu
    12:17
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    Comparing congressional opposition to climate legislation in the Clinton and Obama administrations Carol Browner
    03:44
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    Obama's role in shaping communication strategy on clean energy and economic recovery Heather Zichal
    03:34
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    Discussion on the future of nuclear energy post-Fukushima disaster Steven Chu
    03:38
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    Comparing cap and trade with a carbon tax for GHG emissions reduction Heather Zichal
    03:18
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    Creation of special envoy positions for critical international issues Todd Stern
    03:12
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    President Obama's role in saving the Copenhagen Climate Conference Nancy Sutley
    07:49
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    Differences between government and youth priorities on environmental policy and activism Courtney Hight
    04:23
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    Reflections on the Obama administration's energy policies and promotion of fracking Bill McKibben
    03:48
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    Preparations and expectations for the Copenhagen Climate Conference Todd Stern
    08:01
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    EPA's role and challenges in assessing the Deepwater Horizon oil spill environmental impact Lisa Jackson
    07:04
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    Comparing the impact of hurricanes to the Gulf oil spill on community mental health Regina Benjamin
    02:01
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    US-China climate negotiations and strategic planning for the Paris Agreement Todd Stern
    38:17
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    EPA's endangerment finding for greenhouse gases before the Copenhagen Summit Lisa Jackson
    05:27
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    Shift in energy policy focus after carbon pricing legislation failed Steven Chu
    06:12
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    Influence of the auto bailout on CAFE standards negotiations Carol Browner
    01:57
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    Reflections on the UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, 2009 Frances Beinecke
    05:09
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    Greenpeace's stance on Waxman-Markey and the challenges in the Senate Carol Browner
    02:25
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    Interdepartmental dynamics and collaboration on renewable energy initiatives at the DOE Steven Chu
    03:31
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    Exploring the relationship between the labor and environmental movements during the Obama administration Richard Trumka
    02:23
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    Challenges in prioritizing cap-and-trade legislation amidst healthcare and financial reform efforts Nancy Sutley
    03:42
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    Reevaluation of nuclear energy's role in addressing climate change Carol Browner
    02:10
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    Realization of developing countries' stance at the Copenhagen climate summit Steven Chu
    02:37
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    Collaboration with John McCain on climate legislation during the Obama administration Carol Browner
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    Reflections on the impact of "The End of Nature" and the struggle for climate action Bill McKibben
    04:51
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    Challenges faced by EPA during the Clinton administration and the politicization of science Carol Browner
    04:22
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    Learning the importance of local voices and ground game in environmental organizing Frances Beinecke
    05:02
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    Implementation of Plan EJ 2014 and environmental justice in the Obama administration Lisa Jackson
    04:48
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    Environmental activists' meeting with President Obama on fossil fuel subsidies and pollution Courtney Hight
    06:49
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    EPA's endangerment finding for greenhouse gases before the Copenhagen Summit Lisa Jackson
    05:27
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    Chairing the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Task Force and community engagement Lisa Jackson
    05:41
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    Coordinating the response to the oil spill and key decisions made Carol Browner
    04:23
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    First public use of "High Ambition Coalition" and the role of the US in climate negotiations Todd Stern
    26:25
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    Joining the Obama 2008 presidential campaign and addressing energy issues Heather Zichal
    03:29
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    Working with Vice President Biden on the Better Buildings Challenge and economic opportunities in clean energy Nancy Sutley
    02:13
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    Senior official reflects on unexpected regulatory rollbacks by subsequent administration Carol Browner
    01:07
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    Reflections on President Obama's climate change commitment in his second inaugural address Frances Beinecke
    03:27
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    President Obama's approach to climate change and the Clean Power Plan's impact on environmental justice communities Gina McCarthy
    07:56
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    Efforts to address environmental justice and pollution load during Obama's administration Carol Browner
    02:33
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    Impact of presidential administrations on the EPA's stability and science-based policies Gina McCarthy
    05:41
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    Energy as a national security issue and the importance of energy resilience Steven Chu
    03:32
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    2008 work on Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative and meeting Lisa Jackson Gina McCarthy
    02:43
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    Preference for legislative solutions over EPA regulations for environmental issues Lisa Jackson
    03:05
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    Impact of no-till farming on erosion and soil health Art and Helen Tanderup
    04:19
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    US re-engagement in climate diplomacy and preparations for the Copenhagen summit Todd Stern
    07:17
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    Preference for cap-and-trade over carbon tax in environmental policy Nancy Sutley
    03:06
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    Meeting with Osage Nation to form the Indian Country Renewable Energy Consortium Heather Zichal
    02:19
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    Reflections on healthcare system and climate change impacts Steven Chu
    02:32
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    2011 "Debunking the myths" tour in rural America by the EPA administrator Lisa Jackson
    05:35
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    NRDC's increased political engagement and the creation of Leading Green with LCV Frances Beinecke
    06:25
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    Reflections on visiting the Deepwater Horizon oil spill site and its impact on local industries Frances Beinecke
    08:51
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    Adjusting to the political dynamics of climate and energy policy Steven Chu
    02:25
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    Response to the BP oil spill and coordination with federal and state entities Don Verrilli
    04:59
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    Interactions with the Obama administration on healthcare reform and ACA implementation challenges Max Baucus
    05:02
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    Impact of Deepwater Horizon spill on drilling policy and industry practices Steven Chu
    04:33
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    Local landowners' collaboration with Bold Nebraska to oppose Keystone XL pipeline Art and Helen Tanderup
    05:48
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    Preparations for housing a carbon exchange system at EPA under potential cap-and-trade legislation Lisa Jackson
    02:27
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    Influence of grassroots activism on legislative work and Everglades National Park expansion Carol Browner
    01:28
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    Impact of celebrity involvement on the reach of advocacy messages Art and Helen Tanderup
    03:36
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    Negotiating the China climate agreement and the role of HFCs in US-China environmental diplomacy Todd Stern
    11:47
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    Timing and process for setting power plant emissions thresholds Carol Browner
    01:08
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    Implementation of the Clean Power Plan and greenhouse gas regulations during the Obama administration Gina McCarthy
    10:32
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    Negotiations for national greenhouse gas standards involving CEQ, EPA, and NHTSA Nancy Sutley
    02:44
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    Navigating regulatory approvals and political dimensions in SCAPE's Living Breakwaters project Kate Orff
    05:06
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    Participation in crop art projects to raise awareness on clean energy and protest the Keystone pipeline Art and Helen Tanderup
    05:55
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    Reflections on the People's Climate March and the growth of the climate movement Frances Beinecke
    04:03
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    Reflections on the reception of a keynote address at the US Center at Copenhagen Nancy Sutley
    03:12
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    Utilizing technical expertise in the Fukushima nuclear incident response Steven Chu
    05:47
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    Public reaction to the BP oil spill and the power of the fossil fuel industry Tom Harkin
    03:43
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    Coauthoring an op-ed on environmental health and underserved populations with EPA Administrator Jackson Kathleen Sebelius
    04:00
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    Early environmental policy circles and the recognition of climate change Carol Browner
    01:09
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    Al Gore's environmental stance and its impact during the Clinton administration Frances Beinecke
    02:39
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    US diplomacy's role in the Paris Agreement and the evolution of climate negotiations Todd Stern
    10:18
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    Reasons for the failure of cap and trade legislation Bill McKibben
    02:42
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    BlueGreen Alliance partnership with Ernie Moniz on climate and job transition strategies Richard Trumka
    02:25
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    Recommendations for EPA's approach to science in the Biden administration Gina McCarthy
    02:14
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    College activism and early organizing experiences at the University of Oregon Courtney Hight
    04:21
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    Optimism about the new generation of activists and environmental management Carol Browner
    01:21
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    Promoting diversity in the clean-energy sector and green jobs for women Nancy Sutley
    04:00
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    Collaboration with businesses on environmental regulation during EPA tenure Carol Browner
    02:17
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    Role and motivations for joining the Energy Action Coalition as Executive Director Courtney Hight
    01:22
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    Organizing the People's Climate March and its impact on global climate action Bill McKibben
    06:49
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    Impact of environmental protests on President Obama's Keystone XL pipeline decision Nancy Sutley
    05:04
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    Lessons from Kyoto Protocol negotiations for Obama-era climate strategy Todd Stern
    06:44
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    Coordinating disaster response with Carol Browner during the oil spill crisis Heather Zichal
    06:53

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