Anticipation of US Climate Commitments Post-Election
Mukhtar Babayev, COP29 president-elect, expresses optimism regarding the US honoring its climate commitments after the election.
Expectations from the United States
In a recent interview with Newsweek, Babayev emphasized the importance of all countries, including the United States, fulfilling their obligations to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels.
Challenges Ahead
With the upcoming COP29 summit scheduled just a week after the US Presidential election, concerns arise over the alignment of climate commitments with the energy policies of former President Donald Trump, who plans to increase domestic fossil fuel production.
Transition to Green Economy
Babayev aims to persuade incoming leaders to uphold emission reduction pledges, emphasizing the critical nature of global cooperation in achieving the 1.5-degree Celsius target.
Azerbaijan’s Renewable Energy Efforts
Despite Azerbaijan’s status as a major fossil fuel producer, Babayev highlights the country’s commitment to transitioning to renewables, with a target of obtaining 30% of its energy from renewable sources by 2027.
Focus on Previous Commitments
Babayev stresses the importance of countries honoring their existing commitments, such as those outlined in the Paris Agreement, rather than solely focusing on achieving historic agreements in COP29.