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politics1 year ago

Trump Considers Scrapping USPS Electric Vehicle Contract

Donald Trump's transition team is considering canceling the U.S. Postal Service's contracts to electrify its delivery fleet, aligning with Trump's campaign promises to reverse President Biden's climate policies. This move could affect multibillion-dollar contracts with companies like Oshkosh and Ford for electric mail trucks and charging stations. While Oshkosh shares fell following the news, analysts suggest a complete cancellation is unlikely, though a shift towards more fuel-powered vehicles could occur. The USPS's autonomous status may complicate any contract changes.

via Yahoo Finance|
#climatepolicy#electricvehicles#oshkosh
politics1 year ago

Trump Considers Scrapping USPS Electric Truck Deal

Donald Trump's transition team is considering canceling the U.S. Postal Service's contracts to electrify its delivery fleet, aligning with Trump's campaign promises to roll back President Biden's climate policies. This move could affect multi-billion dollar contracts with companies like Oshkosh Corp and Ford, which are set to supply tens of thousands of electric vehicles and charging stations. The USPS, an autonomous federal agency, faces legal challenges in severing these contracts, but Trump's administration is exploring its options to reverse Biden's decarbonization efforts.

via CNBC|
#biden#climatepolicy#electricvehicles
climate-change1 year ago

COP29 Stalemate: Rich-Poor Divide Over $250B Climate Finance

As COP29 negotiations progress, there is a significant push from poorer nations for increased climate funding, with a proposal for wealthy countries to contribute $250 billion annually. However, some acknowledge they may need to accept lower figures for now. Meanwhile, former President Trump's actions, including appointing oil executive Chris Wright as Energy Secretary, are seen as efforts to dismantle President Biden's climate policies, impacting the global climate summit's dynamics. Additionally, Exxon has issued a warning to US Republicans about the importance of addressing climate change.

via POLITICO Europe|
#climate-change#climatefunding#climatepolicy
politics1 year ago

Trump's Climate Policy Repeal Threatens Billions in Costs and Global Impact

A new report warns that Donald Trump's promise to repeal Joe Biden's climate policies could cost the US billions in lost investments and exports, while boosting China's leadership in clean energy. The analysis suggests that scrapping these policies could push $80 billion of investment abroad and cost the US up to $50 billion in exports, undermining its position in the global clean energy race. Despite Trump's focus on fossil fuels, renewables are expected to continue growing due to their economic attractiveness.

via The Guardian|
#biden#cleanenergy#climatepolicy
politics1 year ago

Trump's Day One Agenda: Ambitious Plans and Controversial Proposals

Donald Trump, upon his re-election, plans to implement a series of executive orders on his first day in office, focusing on immigration, climate policy, and economic measures. His agenda includes securing the southern border, potentially ending birthright citizenship, withdrawing from the Paris climate agreement, and imposing tariffs on imports, particularly from China and Mexico. Trump also aims to pardon individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riot and fire Special Counsel Jack Smith. His administration is expected to prioritize oil and gas production while reversing Biden's changes to Title X family planning rules.

via BBC.com|
#climatepolicy#economy#executiveorders
politics1 year ago

Trump's Impact on Climate Policy and Energy Industry

As Donald Trump prepares for a potential return to the presidency, he is expected to target U.S. climate policies, including possibly withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. While he may attempt to scale back clean energy initiatives and boost fossil fuel production, legislative hurdles and market dynamics could limit his impact. The Biden administration's investments in clean energy, embedded in laws like the Inflation Reduction Act, may be difficult to dismantle, though some aspects, such as electric vehicle tax credits, could be at risk.

via The Conversation|
#cleanenergy#climatepolicy#fossilfuels
politicsenvironment2 years ago

"Congo's President Tshisekedi Secures Re-Election Amidst Global Climate Watch and Election Controversies"

Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected with 73% of the vote amidst election delays and a hunger crisis. His second term is particularly significant for global climate change efforts due to the Democratic Republic of Congo's extensive forests and mineral wealth, which are crucial for environmental conservation and sustainable resource management.

via The Wall Street Journal|
##climatepolicy#congoelection