Albanese's clean energy agreements face uncertainty after Trump's election win

Anthony Albanese's clean energy agreements with Joe Biden may be at risk following Donald Trump's election win. Trump has previously dismissed climate change and is expected to reverse many climate policies, potentially undermining the US-Australia climate cooperation established last year. The Climate, Critical Minerals and Clean Energy Transformation Compact, signed in March 2023, aimed to enhance collaboration on climate initiatives. Experts suggest Trump may abandon this agreement, which could stall deeper climate cooperation between the two countries. Despite concerns, some believe that aspects of the Compact, particularly regarding critical minerals, may still be preserved. Australia's climate minister noted that while a Trump presidency would change the dynamics of global climate efforts, it would not completely derail them.