Hello,

something of a long-shot question. I remember reading somewhere that the increasing rate of renewables uptake is dictated not by climate-change informed policies, but by their falling costs relative to other energy sources. However I can't remember where I read this - does anyone have any sources/more information on this?

Sooo what is the actual reach of the federal funding freeze? Does anyone know? Is it just for uncommitted funds, or loans that are already officially closed on and by all intents-and-purposes out of the door?

For those who need even the teeniest silver lining. Is an "all of the above" approach to energy production the ideal path? Of course not, but at least these governors on completely opposite sides of aisle were able to come together and actively agree on common policy goals.

https://trellis.net/article/22-western-governors-released-bipartisan-energy-resolutions-as-trump-looks-to-unwind-policies/

Seen the actual development, trying to add some engineering approach to reduce global incoming energy radiation, as I read somewhere sometimes?

Some space shading structure or material dispersion?

Where can I begin to look for jobs? What skill sets would you say are most advantageous in the climate policy realm? What are any pros/cons? What are some drawbacks or gains in going private sector?

not sure if this is the correct subreddit.

Paris Climate Agreement and other similar global efforts to reduce climate change are mostly optional. Is there absolutely no way to force countries to reduce emissions (and non compliance would equal in heavy fines or other methods). I don’t understand how that’s not an option as we all live on this planet and the one thing we should all agree on is to ensure it’s sustainability and survival. Most countries seem on board and have made significant efforts to reduce emissions, meaning if they all stand together they in theory could force counties such as China, India and the US to follow. Explain like i’m 5 lol.

I think we need to determine the ideal perfect global temperature for earth so that we can have a concrete number to look to. If we could figure out the perfect temperature I think it would be easier to get the world to collaborate and mutually assist in the fight against climate changes.

If anyone can please point me in the right direction or get me started on how to research this topic of the ideal or optimal global temperature I would be thrilled to investigate thank you.

https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/new-york-fine-fossil-fuel-companies-75-billion-under-new-climate-law-2024-12-26/

I'm of the view that strong policy action and intervention is not antithetical to observing the free market helping us get where we need to go. In this instance, I'd say I've been waiting for a long time to see the private insurers doing their thing and sending much more clear signals to homeowners that they will not be dragged into ignoring climate risk even if some homeowners might prefer that they do.

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/12/18/climate/insurance-non-renewal-climate-crisis.html

Insurers Are Deserting Homeowners as Climate Shocks Worsen Without insurance, it’s impossible to get a mortgage; without a mortgage, most Americans can’t buy a home. Christopher Flavelle reported from Silver City, N.M. Data analysis and graphics by Mira Rojanasakul. Photography and video by Paul Ratje for The New York Times. Dec. 18, 2024