Its goals are to promote «practices and economic growth that help both vulnerable communities and
business adapt to the impacts of climate change; and... public policies that facilitate adaptation efforts to prepare for and respond to the consequences of a changing climate.»
«Protecting our water sources is a critical component
of adapting to climate change impacts like drought, sea level rise, stronger storms, and warmer temperatures — which is why EPA and the Army have finalized the Clean Water Rule
to protect these important waters, so we can strengthen our economy and provide certainty
to American
businesses.»