World Leaders Criticize Trump at COP30 Amid Calls for Urgent Climate Action
In This Article
HIGHLIGHTS
- World leaders criticize US President Donald Trump for his climate change stance at the COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil.
- The UK opts out of a $125bn rainforest protection fund, surprising Brazilian hosts.
- West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin defends her trip to the C40 summit in Rio, emphasizing local climate action.
- Experts assert that returning to the 1.5C climate goal is still possible with urgent action on greenhouse gas emissions.
- The US sends no high-level representatives to COP30, reflecting its current climate policy stance.
As the COP30 summit unfolds in Belém, Brazil, world leaders have voiced strong criticism of US President Donald Trump's climate change policies. Trump, who has dismissed climate change as "the greatest con job ever perpetrated on the world," was notably absent from the summit, but his views were a focal point of discussion.
Global Criticism and Absence of Key Leaders
Leaders from Colombia and Chile openly labeled Trump a "liar" for rejecting climate science, urging other nations to disregard US efforts to retreat from climate commitments. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned against "extremist forces" spreading misinformation about global warming. Despite the criticism, the absence of leaders from major nations like India, Russia, and China, alongside the US, has cast a shadow over the summit's potential outcomes.
UK's Surprising Withdrawal from Rainforest Fund
In a surprising move, the UK opted out of a $125bn fund aimed at protecting the world's rainforests, a key initiative of the summit. This decision was a blow to the Brazilian hosts, who hoped to raise $25bn from developed countries to support rainforest conservation efforts. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer acknowledged the declining global political support for climate action but reaffirmed the UK's commitment to the cause.
Local Leaders Push for Bold Climate Action
Meanwhile, West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin defended her participation in the C40 summit in Rio, where she joined other city leaders to advocate for stronger local climate initiatives. Despite criticism over the trip's carbon footprint, Brabin emphasized the importance of local action in addressing the climate crisis, highlighting West Yorkshire's green economy and ongoing decarbonization projects.
Experts Urge Immediate Action to Meet Climate Goals
A report by Climate Analytics underscores the urgency of revising government goals to prevent catastrophic climate breakdown. With global temperatures already surpassing the 1.5C threshold set by the Paris climate agreement, experts call for a rapid increase in renewable energy use and electrification across various sectors. The report's release coincides with the COP30 summit, where nations are expected to present updated climate plans.
WHAT THIS MIGHT MEAN
The COP30 summit's outcomes could significantly influence global climate policy in the coming years. If major nations fail to commit to stronger climate actions, the world risks surpassing the 1.5C temperature increase, leading to severe environmental consequences. The UK's withdrawal from the rainforest fund may prompt other nations to reconsider their financial commitments to climate initiatives. Additionally, the absence of high-level US representatives at the summit reflects the country's current climate policy stance, potentially impacting international cooperation. Experts stress that immediate and concerted action is crucial to achieving climate goals and mitigating the effects of global warming.
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World Leaders Criticize Trump at COP30 Amid Calls for Urgent Climate Action
In This Article
Alex Carter| Published HIGHLIGHTS
- World leaders criticize US President Donald Trump for his climate change stance at the COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil.
- The UK opts out of a $125bn rainforest protection fund, surprising Brazilian hosts.
- West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin defends her trip to the C40 summit in Rio, emphasizing local climate action.
- Experts assert that returning to the 1.5C climate goal is still possible with urgent action on greenhouse gas emissions.
- The US sends no high-level representatives to COP30, reflecting its current climate policy stance.
As the COP30 summit unfolds in Belém, Brazil, world leaders have voiced strong criticism of US President Donald Trump's climate change policies. Trump, who has dismissed climate change as "the greatest con job ever perpetrated on the world," was notably absent from the summit, but his views were a focal point of discussion.
Global Criticism and Absence of Key Leaders
Leaders from Colombia and Chile openly labeled Trump a "liar" for rejecting climate science, urging other nations to disregard US efforts to retreat from climate commitments. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned against "extremist forces" spreading misinformation about global warming. Despite the criticism, the absence of leaders from major nations like India, Russia, and China, alongside the US, has cast a shadow over the summit's potential outcomes.
UK's Surprising Withdrawal from Rainforest Fund
In a surprising move, the UK opted out of a $125bn fund aimed at protecting the world's rainforests, a key initiative of the summit. This decision was a blow to the Brazilian hosts, who hoped to raise $25bn from developed countries to support rainforest conservation efforts. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer acknowledged the declining global political support for climate action but reaffirmed the UK's commitment to the cause.
Local Leaders Push for Bold Climate Action
Meanwhile, West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin defended her participation in the C40 summit in Rio, where she joined other city leaders to advocate for stronger local climate initiatives. Despite criticism over the trip's carbon footprint, Brabin emphasized the importance of local action in addressing the climate crisis, highlighting West Yorkshire's green economy and ongoing decarbonization projects.
Experts Urge Immediate Action to Meet Climate Goals
A report by Climate Analytics underscores the urgency of revising government goals to prevent catastrophic climate breakdown. With global temperatures already surpassing the 1.5C threshold set by the Paris climate agreement, experts call for a rapid increase in renewable energy use and electrification across various sectors. The report's release coincides with the COP30 summit, where nations are expected to present updated climate plans.
WHAT THIS MIGHT MEAN
The COP30 summit's outcomes could significantly influence global climate policy in the coming years. If major nations fail to commit to stronger climate actions, the world risks surpassing the 1.5C temperature increase, leading to severe environmental consequences. The UK's withdrawal from the rainforest fund may prompt other nations to reconsider their financial commitments to climate initiatives. Additionally, the absence of high-level US representatives at the summit reflects the country's current climate policy stance, potentially impacting international cooperation. Experts stress that immediate and concerted action is crucial to achieving climate goals and mitigating the effects of global warming.
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