ms. fransen: absolutely. to get context, from 2005-2018, u.s. energy-related co2 emissions fell 12%. but we need to reduce emissions more than four times faster than that over the next decade than we did from 2005-20 18. we need to be stacking on the accelerator -- stepping on the accelerator in a dramatic way. can't rely on what we have been doing in the past. it is important to note the kind emissions you experience to date are not only a result of the free market. we have invested significantly in tax credits for renewable energy that are responsible for tremendous growth we have seen in solar and wind. even some of those gains we have had so far, which are too little and not talked about, are not the result of the free market. i don't think there is evidence that suggests if we sit back and do nothing, we will get to where we need to go. it is just not happening. we know successful policies can make a difference, like those in the build back at her act, and are critical parts of what are going to get us to our omissions goals, which are not

ms. fransen: thank you. i will start with opportunities because there are many. assuming a leadership role on the climate crisis not only saves money for american households and businesses, which currently spend $1 trillion per year on fossil fuel, but it reduces costs in health care. it would -- it was found that these actions would provide health benefits and avoid costs the tune of 26 and $58 billion by 2030, not to mention the lives saved. we can also benefit from increased competitiveness. as demands for clean technology rises, focusing on low or zero carbon manufacturing rather than doubling down on yesterday's industries will give the u.s. the advantage. for example, the lithium-ion battery market is projected to be $105 billion by 2025. as i noted, 2030, it will be $23 trillion in climate related markets in emerging markets. if we do not pursue these domestically and maintain and gain our competitive edge we will lose out on those opportunities. i want to mention job potential. in the united states, investing in renewables creates more than 2.5 times as m