"John Podesta Named as U.S. Climate Envoy, Succeeding John Kerry"

John Podesta is set to take over as the top climate diplomat for the Biden administration once John Kerry steps down this spring. Podesta, a veteran Democratic strategist with a long history in climate politics, will operate out of the White House and oversee the implementation of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act while also representing the U.S. at the COP29 negotiations. He faces pressure from the international community over U.S. fossil fuel development and will be tasked with leading the country's efforts in transitioning away from fossil fuels and expanding clean energy.