As the world grapples with unprecedented extreme weather events, experts emphasize the urgent need for comprehensive climate action. Recent downpours in the Chinese mainland, heat waves in India, and wildfires in the United States highlight the escalating impact of climate change.
Amanda Leland, Executive Director of the Environmental Defense Fund, discusses the dual challenge of addressing long-term global warming while managing short-term extreme weather disruptions. \"Transitioning away from fossil fuels and increasing renewable energy use are critical steps,\" Leland explains. She stresses the importance of reducing methane emissions, noting that methane is 84 times more potent than carbon dioxide in the near term.
China has made significant strides through its Beautiful China Initiative and has enhanced its national emissions trading system. Europe and the United States are also advancing their climate agendas, with the Biden administration prioritizing clean energy and Europe maintaining strong climate leadership despite economic pressures.
International collaboration remains crucial. Leland asserts, \"Helping developing economies is essential for global climate targets.\" She calls on governments and industries worldwide to accelerate their efforts in cutting greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change.
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