When Nature Strikes Back

"A US-China Breakthrough for the Planet--and the New Economic Growth"
Current Event of November 14, 2014
From Huffington Post

We're All in this Together

     Scientists have predicted for a long time that the earth will not last much longer because of the choices the human race has made regarding the environment. The earth is suffering and something needs to be done as soon as possible to reduce the negative effects people are having on the planet. Luckily, two of the most economically dominant countries have decided to stand up to combat the growing environmental disaster. President Obama, representing America, and President Xi Jinping, the leader of China, have made statements regarding how their respective countries plan to move forward. China wants to transition into using renewable sources for almost 20 percent of their energy. This change should happen by 2030. America plans to reduce its carbon emissions by about 27 percent by 2025. This is just the first step. In order to make a legitimate impact, the rest of the countries have to step up and take responsibility. Each country has an important part to play if the planet is to be saved. 
      The strength of relationships between foreign nations has always been debatable when it comes to American politics. While some believe that the United States should have no engagement with other countries, others see value in the union. In the case of this new development between America and China, it seems to be beneficial for both parties. Not only is there a shared incentive to save the planet, but also, by reducing the carbon footprint, economies will improve. By investing in clean energy, cities will become more desirable with a lack of air pollution. Also, the job market will expand to compensate for the new industry. America can't save the world on its own. It will need the assistance of the most prominent nations to make goals regarding the environment. Foreign relations are a necessity if this is going to work.