Act on Sanctions for Actions Exacerbating Climate Change
This act allows for sanctions against foreign individuals and entities that contribute to worsening climate change, for example, by building coal power plants or engaging in massive deforestation. Its goal is to protect the environment and human rights, and to promote clean technologies globally. Citizens may feel an indirect impact through global climate actions.
Key points
Ability to impose sanctions (e.g., denial of entry to the U.S., asset blocking) on foreign entities responsible for significant greenhouse gas emissions or forest destruction.
The act aims to deter the construction of new, high-emission coal-fired power plants and illegal deforestation, especially in developing countries.
It supports the protection of environmental and human rights defenders who are at risk due to their activities.
Emphasizes the need for international cooperation in combating climate change, including with China.
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