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Trump's Climate Change Presidency
Analysis of the potential impact of a Donald Trump presidency on climate change policies and global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Donald TrumpJoe BidenRichard KleinDan EberhartSimon Evans
- What are the global goals regarding climate change?
- Global climate goals aim to limit temperature increases to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This requires halving emissions by 2030 and reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, transitioning to renewable energy sources and electric vehicles.
- What might a Trump presidency mean for climate change?
- A Trump presidency is expected to result in the withdrawal of the US from international climate agreements, potentially leading to a significant increase in US emissions and reduced global pressure to curb climate change.
- What measures has the US taken to address climate change?
- The US, under Biden, has implemented policies promoting clean energy, including the Inflation Reduction Act, aiming to eliminate emissions from power plants by 2040 and transition to electric vehicles by 2035. However, a Trump administration is projected to reverse these efforts.
- Will a Trump presidency kill the green energy movement in the US?
- Despite Trump's stance, the shift to green energy in the US is likely to continue due to bipartisan support for the Inflation Reduction Act and the growing global renewable energy market, which could incentivize US investment.
- What are the potential consequences of a second Trump term for climate action?
- A second Trump term could lead to increased fossil fuel extraction, potentially adding 4 billion tons of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere over four years. This could effectively end hopes of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.