It is now a position that is almost without any informed opposition: the planet is getting warmer, it is getting warmer faster than any time in history, it is caused mostly or fully by humans, and we have entered another age of mass extinction.

This is a very rare chance. Donald J. Trump can be remembered for the rest of human history as the man who literally saved the planet, and his administration as critical partners in the mission. The alternative is to leave a legacy of ineptitude.

Please engage with non-partisan scientific organizations, such as members of the AAAS, to fully understand the impact of climate change. Enable the United States to lead the world in renewable energy technology. Lead treaty talks with bold proposals. Make carbon emissions critical parts of trade deals.