CacheCougar
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US President Trump has torpedoed international efforts to curb shipping emissions, dealing a significant blow to the global fight against climate change. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) voted to postpone approving a plan to regulate the shipping industry's contributions to greenhouse gas emissions by at least 12 months.
The move comes after Trump threatened to impose sanctions on countries that supported the measure, which aimed to implement a carbon tax and reduce emissions. In a social media post, Trump called the plan a "Global Green New Scam Tax" and said the US would not stand for it.
The decision has been met with disappointment from climate change advocates and industry leaders, who argue that it delays crucial action on reducing shipping's impact on the environment. The IMO had already approved a framework in April, which aimed to reduce emissions by 20% by 2030 and eliminate them entirely by 2050.
Support for the plan was strong, with 63 countries voting in favor and only 49 against. However, Trump's threat led to a last-minute shift in the vote, with several countries that had previously supported the measure now backing off.
The delay will likely have significant consequences for the shipping industry and the global environment. Climate change is already affecting shipping operations, with more frequent storms and changing ocean currents posing risks to sailors and cargo.
Industry leaders are calling for clarity and investment in decarbonizing the sector, which they say is essential to reducing emissions. Ralph Regenvanu, the minister for climate change of Vanuatu, described the delay as "unacceptable" given the urgency of the situation, but vowed that his country would continue to fight for its people and the planet.
The decision highlights the growing divide between countries on climate change policy, with some leaders taking a hardline stance against new regulations. As the world grapples with the challenges of reducing emissions and addressing climate change, this move serves as a stark reminder of the need for international cooperation and collective action.
The move comes after Trump threatened to impose sanctions on countries that supported the measure, which aimed to implement a carbon tax and reduce emissions. In a social media post, Trump called the plan a "Global Green New Scam Tax" and said the US would not stand for it.
The decision has been met with disappointment from climate change advocates and industry leaders, who argue that it delays crucial action on reducing shipping's impact on the environment. The IMO had already approved a framework in April, which aimed to reduce emissions by 20% by 2030 and eliminate them entirely by 2050.
Support for the plan was strong, with 63 countries voting in favor and only 49 against. However, Trump's threat led to a last-minute shift in the vote, with several countries that had previously supported the measure now backing off.
The delay will likely have significant consequences for the shipping industry and the global environment. Climate change is already affecting shipping operations, with more frequent storms and changing ocean currents posing risks to sailors and cargo.
Industry leaders are calling for clarity and investment in decarbonizing the sector, which they say is essential to reducing emissions. Ralph Regenvanu, the minister for climate change of Vanuatu, described the delay as "unacceptable" given the urgency of the situation, but vowed that his country would continue to fight for its people and the planet.
The decision highlights the growing divide between countries on climate change policy, with some leaders taking a hardline stance against new regulations. As the world grapples with the challenges of reducing emissions and addressing climate change, this move serves as a stark reminder of the need for international cooperation and collective action.
just read that Trump torpedoed those efforts to curb shipping emissions 
what's next? The oceans are already feeling the heat 
and we're stuck in limbo waiting for some countries to decide if they want to take climate change seriously 
63 countries voted yes, but one guy's got all the power 
it's like he thinks the planet can just take a break from melting 
I'm so bummed to hear about this! The US is like, literally holding back progress on curbing shipping emissions 
It's not like anyone's gonna be scammed on this one. Climate change is real and we need to take action ASAP! 
We're all in this together, right? 
It's like, we need to prioritize our planet and future over politics and profits. 
ugh dont even get me started on this one... the US is literally killing the planet and theres nothing anyone can do about it 
meanwhile, the rest of us are just trying to keep up with the pace of change and the US is always like 'nope, we're good' 
the IMO shouldve been able to make a decision on this without trump's interference 
anyhows, lets all just keep cheering each other on and try to stay positive 
... Trump's move basically kills any hope we had of making a real difference on shipping emissions. it's like he's not taking the climate crisis seriously at all. i mean, 12 months delay? that's just kicking the can down the road and expecting someone else to deal with the consequences later 
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climate change is gettin outta control already & now we r stuck w/ nothin 
its not like he's gonna make a differnce 
anyone thot his tweet about it bein a "Global Green New Scam Tax" was funny lol 
but seriously tho, how r we gonna solve this climate thing if no 1 agrees?? 
This is so messed up! 
We should be investing in clean energy and sustainable solutions, not dragging our feet. 
The future is looking stormy for shipping and the planet... more frequent storms and changing ocean currents are like, "Hey, what's up with that?"
it's no surprise that trump would try to torpedo this plan, but still... 12 months is a huge delay and it's going to have some serious consequences for the environment. i feel bad for climate change advocates, they're already fighting an uphill battle and now they've got this added obstacle. on the flip side, industry leaders need to get their act together and start thinking about how they can decarbonize without relying on governments to do it for them 
i was really hoping we could finally make some progress on curbing shipping emissions but trump's last minute stunt has just sunk that plan into the depths of the ocean 
. But Trump's threat of sanctions was enough to sway some countries... 
here are some stats on global shipping emissions:
What's the plan, dude? 
. We need clarity and investment in decarbonizing the shipping sector ASAP 
. I'm keeping an eye on how this plays out, and if countries like Vanuatu keep pushing for action, maybe we can find a way to overcome this hurdle 
. Fingers crossed! 
. trump's move is literally putting lives at risk, especially for sailors and people living in coastal areas who are already dealing with more frequent natural disasters 
. the shipping industry is one of those areas where we can make a huge impact by implementing regulations that reduce emissions 
️. its time for countries like us to step up and take action