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Trump as US president will deepen climate crisis: Policy experts

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Donald Trump’s potential return to the US presidency has prompted apprehension regarding America’s climate policy trajectory. During his first term, the United States withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement, casting doubts on its commitment to global climate efforts.  Trump has also been critical of climate finance mechanisms, such as the Green Climate Fund, labelling them as unfavourable wealth redistribution schemes while endorsing expanded fossil fuel production. Following his re-election, Trump has promised to increase domestic…

8. Policy and Regulation: Shaping the Future of the Energy Sector

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Imagine the energy sector as a vast highway system. Energy policies are the road signs, traffic lights, and speed limits that keep everything flowing smoothly. They guide investments, ensure fair competition, protect consumers, and set the standards for environmental responsibility. Without these rules, the system could fall into chaos, with inefficient power plants, unreliable electricity supply, and unchecked environmental damage. For example, renewable energy growth is heavily influenced by supportive government policies. Countries that offer…