For two week this month there was a meeting in Bonn, Germany, to work on the details of the 2015 Paris climate accord.
U.S. diplomat Judith Garber reminded those present that Trump’s position is that the United States will leave the Paris accord although it remained open to the possibility of rejoining at a later date under terms more favorable to the American people.
Meanwhile several American states, cities, and businesses committed themselves to the goals of the Paris agreement.
White House adviser George David Banks had hosted a pro-coal event during the talks.
“Without question, fossil fuels will continue to be used, and we would argue that it’s in the global interest to make sure when fossil fuels are used that they be as clean and efficient as possible. This panel is controversial only if we chose to bury our heads in the sand.”
The United States panel was interrupted by singing and chanting protesters who believe that supporting coal went against the talks that centered on promoting renewable energy and 21st century technology.
So, while the rest of the world considers alternatives like wind and solar, the United States is promoting such forward thinking sources of energy like coal.
While the rest of the world is looking forward, the United States seems to be looking to the past, believing that coal is more dependable than wind, solar, and cleaner energy sources.