U.S. Representative August Pfluger, leading the GOP delegation at COP29, expressed a desire for the U.S. to exit the Paris climate agreement, reaffirming support for fossil fuels.
Despite the Biden administration's focus on renewable energy and climate initiatives via the Inflation Reduction Act, the looming Trump presidency could significantly alter the U.S. climate agenda.
California and Washington officials remain committed to achieving net-zero emissions, emphasizing the states’ ongoing efforts despite potential setbacks at the federal level under Republican control.
The GOP delegation's press conference, prominently advocating for fossil fuels, highlighted the stark division in climate policies at the COP29, contrasting sharply with international negotiators pushing for a transition.
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