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China is becoming a green superpower while Trump rolls back US climate goals

LiveMint·19 February 2026·5d ago1 min read0 views
China is becoming a green superpower while Trump rolls back US climate goals

China is making significant strides in its ambition to become a global leader in renewable energy, with projects transforming arid regions into solar power centers. Notably, the Kubuqi Desert in Inner Mongolia is being converted into a major solar hub, showcasing the country's commitment to its carbon neutrality goals. Furthermore, expansive wind and solar energy developments are underway in provinces like Gansu and Xinjiang, part of China's broader strategy to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. While China moves forward with these initiatives, the United States, under the previous Trump administration, has been criticized for rolling back environmental regulations and climate commitments. This contrast highlights the differing approaches to climate policy between the two nations, sparking discussions about global leadership in the green energy sector. As nations grapple with the urgency of climate change, China's advancements in renewable energy could position it as a formidable player on the international stage, amid a backdrop of changing political landscapes in the US.

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