At COP30, California Governor Gavin Newsom blasts no-show Donald Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy
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At COP30, California Governor Gavin Newsom blasts no-show Donald Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy
"China is flooding the zone and will dominate in the next great global industry,"
"The United States of America is as dumb as we want to be on this topic, but the state of California is not. And so we are going to assert ourselves, we're going to lean in, and we are going to compete in this space,"
"But we can't do that without all of you...So we're here with an open hand, not a closed fist."
China is rapidly expanding its clean energy industry and is poised to dominate global markets as U.S. federal policy retreats. California plans to assert itself, lean into green technology, and compete in the fast-growing clean energy sector. The state leverages its position as the world's fourth-largest economy to influence markets and energy policy. Climate action is framed as nonpartisan, with historical examples of Republican presidents' environmental measures cited. State representatives engaged with officials from many governments and investors, emphasizing open partnerships, collaboration, and continued investment in green tech despite federal-level resistance.
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