The leader of the United Nations says Texas must end its reliance on oil and gas production to remain prosperous in the era of climate change.
At a UN summit next month, world is leaders will be asked to rapidly cut greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030.
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says Texas is well-positioned to lead the way in the production of renewables.
“If Texas wants to remain prosperous in 2050 or 2070, Texas will have to diversify its economy and Texas will have to be less dependent on oil and gas,” Guterres said.
The response from Texas governor Greg Abbott was immediate and fierce. On twitter, Abbott replied:
"Texas to United Nations: Pound Sand
The world is reeling from spiraling fuel costs caused by premature over-reliance on renewable energy.
High fuel costs punish middle class families & stoke the supply chain crisis. Texas oil & gas is needed right now."
Texas is the nation’s largest producer of crude oil and natural gas. But the state is also the largest producer of wind energy in the United States.
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