Explain It to Me

Is climate progress doomed?

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Apr 20, 2025
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INSIGHT

Clean Energy Momentum Persists

  • Despite Trump's efforts, the clean energy transition is unlikely to be fully stopped in the U.S.
  • Global economic trends in renewables like wind, solar, and EVs show significant momentum beyond the U.S.
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Trump Climate Policies Limited Impact

  • Trump's early climate policies largely rolled back by Biden, showing limited lasting effect.
  • Many Trump executive orders aimed at fossil fuel boost are stalled in courts or not fully implemented.
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China Leads Renewable Transition

  • China leads globally in solar installation and EV production, significantly outpacing rest of world.
  • BYD, a Chinese EV company, is a major global competitor to Tesla with affordable stylish cars.
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