COP29: After the Trump Win

In this episode of Wicked Problems: Climate Tech Conversations, host Richard Delavan discusses the implications of Trump's presidential election win on US and global climate policy, specifically focusing on the upcoming COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The episode explores potential rollbacks of the Inflation Reduction Act's EV tax credits and the US's possible withdrawal from international climate treaties. Richard talks to Semafor Net Zero editor Tim McDonnell about the unpredictability of Trump's policies and their potential impact on climate initiatives. The discussion also covers the roles of China and Europe in the evolving climate landscape. Additionally, the episode features insights from New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on the need for community building and grassroots organizing in response to these political changes.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:43 Welcome to Wicked Problems

00:51 COP 29 and the American Election

02:47 Interview with Tim McDonnell

06:18 Discussion on Climate Policy and Trump Administration

08:57 Future of Climate Negotiations

21:27 China's Role in Climate Action

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25:26 Closing Thoughts and AOC's Message

30:49 Final Remarks and Call to Action

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