Economist Podcasts Some like it hot: could Trump derail climate talks?
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Nov 11, 2024 
Oliver Morton, Senior Editor at The Economist, discusses the potential repercussions of Donald Trump's re-election on global climate initiatives. He delves into the significance of COP29 and the lingering effects of Trump's previous withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. The conversation highlights challenges in climate finance for developing nations and the urgency of meeting international climate goals. Morton also touches on the cultural implications surrounding remembrance poppies and the modern debates entwined with their legacy.
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COP29's Challenges
- The 2024 UN Climate Summit (COP29) faces high stakes due to rising global temperatures.
- Donald Trump's re-election further complicates the summit's goals.
COP29's Agenda
- This year's COP29 focuses on finalizing the Paris Climate Agreement's remaining issues.
- These include international carbon trading mechanisms and climate finance baselines for developing nations.
Trump's Impact on Paris Agreement
- Trump's potential withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, like his first term, poses a significant concern.
- However, the agreement and global climate action can proceed without the US, though its absence is detrimental.