U.S. withdrawal from Paris climate accord would undermine global efforts to reduce emissions

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U.S. withdrawal from Paris climate accord would undermine global efforts to reduce emissions

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Exit Paris Climate Accords

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"By withdrawing from the Paris accord, the United States—the second-largest global emitter—could undercut collective efforts to reduce emissions, transition to renewable energy sources, and lock in future climate measures."

"It's definitely a big blow to the Paris agreement," said Carlos Fuller, from Belize, the lead negotiator for the Alliance of Small Island States in the UN talks.

Supporting arguments

The Paris Agreement is crucial for global efforts to combat climate change

The Paris Agreement’s structure encourages countries to make more ambitious emissions cuts

Paris Climate Agreement enhances the chances to reverse negative global climate trends

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Paris Agreement

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Exit Paris Climate Accords

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