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US Climate Negotiator on Trump's Return
US climate negotiator John Podesta anticipates setbacks under a Trump presidency but expresses confidence in the long-term progress of clean energy transition. The Biden administration continues climate negotiations at COP29 despite the incoming change.
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- What are the potential impacts of a Trump presidency on US climate policies?
- John Podesta, US Climate Adviser, expressed concern that a Trump presidency would lead to the US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and the reversal of climate-friendly policies like the Inflation Reduction Act.
- What is Podesta's outlook on the future of the US's clean energy transition?
- Podesta believes that despite potential setbacks under a Trump administration, the US's transition to a clean energy economy is irreversible and will continue to progress.
- How is the Biden administration approaching COP29 given the upcoming change in administration?
- The Biden administration is actively negotiating at COP29 despite the impending change in administration, aiming for a successful outcome with the support of committed states, cities, innovators, companies, and citizens.
- What were the key environmental policy changes during Trump's first term and what is the expectation for the next term?
- Trump's previous administration (2017-2021) rolled back environmental regulations, which were later reversed by the Biden administration; the incoming Trump administration intends to undo these changes once again.
- How are other countries reacting to the upcoming change in US administration and its potential impact on climate negotiations?
- Other countries continue to engage with American diplomats, recognizing the importance of US input and the consensus-based nature of agreements at the UN climate talks despite the upcoming change in administration.