Americans, much like the rest of the world, have been experiencing global warming and climate change, from hurricanes and wildfires to heat waves. Knowing Trump's and Biden's positions on climate change can help highlight their future climate policies.
In recent Nature World News (NWN) reports, experts warned of the devastating impacts of climate change on extreme weather events affecting parts of the country. Americans can likely suffer from the following:
- intense heat
- prolonged drought
- frequent storms
- deadly hurricanes
The extreme weather events impacted nearly all Americans in the past five years. For instance, hurricanes have been blamed for widespread damage, including
- deaths
- infrastructure damage
- home displacement
- biodiversity loss
Recognizing the alarming impacts of climate change is crucial for the environment and the animal kingdom. The debates between Trump and Biden will help highlight their conviction and future commitment to addressing the key problems of global warming.
Trump and Biden Debates: Importance of Climate Policy for Future President
Trump and Biden have different views, including about climate change. According to a report, the Trump administration pushed for reliance on oil and gas and withdrew from the Paris Climate Accord. On the other hand, the Biden presidency has been seen to channel vital funding to improve climate action and mitigation through legislation. His administration advocated for the Inflation Reduction Act. It is considered a win for the environment by investing in renewable energy plants and encouraging eco-friendly practices.
The rematch between Biden and Trump can help people vote for candidates who care about the planet. Alarmingly, the planet has been suffering from the following:
- massive coral bleaching
- habitat degradation
- habitat loss
- Sea level rise
Meanwhile, Trump supported the importance of planting one trillion trees despite denouncing climate change's effects.
Biden also advocated for rules to limit emissions. Coal plants are urged to reduce about 90% of their emissions by 2039, including for gas and oil companies. Additionally, the report shows that electric vehicles are asked to account for the number of cars sold by 2023. While Biden has pushed policies for climate mitigation and action, his administration has allowed oil and gas projects, which have been attributed to significant damage to biodiversity and increasing global warming.
Experts explain that climate change can affect future generations, and the actions of future leaders are essential to mitigate potential aftermath to wildlife, economy, and human lives.
Climate Change Alarming Effects
Climate change has had a footprint on various environmental problems. According to the report, the Western U.S. experienced a prolonged drought between 2000 and 2021, accounting for one of the driest periods in the past 1,200 years. Nature Climate Change published the findings.
Researchers raised concerns that human-driven climate change effects on the Western U.S. could continue until 2023.
In addition, climate change has worsened the precipitation patterns, making parts of the U.S. vulnerable to river basin flooding. Published in Nature Communications, the report highlights that increasing flooding concerns can unload in the following areas:
- Southeast
- Eastern Seaboard
Another aspect includes significant impacts on native tree species. Changing weather conditions have triggered the emergence of invasive insects and diseases, which have affected over 100 native species in the country.
Trump and Biden will be facing off against each other in a debate this Thursday, June 27. As one of the most pressing issues of today, climate change and global warming could be topics that the two leaders may talk about.
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