EPA's State and Local Climate and Energy Program provides technical assistance, analytical tools, and outreach support to state, local, and tribal governments. Specific assistance includes:

* Identifying and documenting cost-effective policies and initiatives that address climate change, including those that promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, and related clean technologies.
* Measuring and evaluating the environmental, economic, and public health benefits of climate change and clean energy initiatives.
* Offering tools, guidance, and outreach support for assessing the options and benefits of actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
* Fostering peer exchange opportunities for state and local officials to share information on best practices and lessons learned about innovative policies and programs.