States to defy Trump; COP29 wrap-up; EV crossroads

Trump’s election victory means that states will have to take the lead on climate policy to push the green transition forward, as progress on the federal level looks unlikely. Meanwhile, weakness in Europe’s auto industry highlights the challenge policymakers have in balancing climate ambitions with geopolitical and macroeconomic risks. 

Note: We'll be discussing US climate policy under Trump, Elon Musk, and the future of the Inflation Reduction Act in a Drop-in on Wednesday 4th December 15:00 GMT/10:00 EST. Register here for the 20-minute online briefing. 

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