Advocates Push for US-China Climate Collaboration

In light of a potentially hostile federal climate policy under President-elect Donald Trump, advocates from China and the U.S. are calling for enhanced collaboration at the subnational level to address climate challenges. In an article published in Nature, they highlight successful past partnerships, particularly between California and China, and suggest expanding cooperation on clean energy technologies and climate financing. Meanwhile, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is positioning her state to lead regional energy initiatives, emphasizing the importance of reliability and affordability in clean energy following the signing of a new climate bill. The U.S. Climate Alliance, representing 22 states, has reaffirmed its commitment to climate goals, which could significantly impact national progress toward 2030 targets. Additionally, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) is considering adjustments to its successful cap-and-invest system as state-level action becomes increasingly vital in response to federal rollbacks. Together, these efforts underscore the crucial role that states and regions will play in maintaining momentum for climate action in the coming years.