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By CPP Student Rosalinda Barcellona The United States should rejoin The Paris Agreement

INTRODUCTION

I. Attention Getter: Do you want your future children to suffer from our inability to take care of our environment? According to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the Paris Agreement is a pact made by countries within this convention to fight climate change through investments in sustainability and certain requirements such as a global cap on carbon emissions. Our country, the United States, was one of the countries that signed on until President Trump withdrew us.

II. Specific Purpose Statement: Today I will persuade you that the United States should rejoin the Paris Agreement.

III. Identification of Opposition Statement (Fair Hearing): Some of you may argue that the Paris Agreement is a waste of America’s money, but the effects of global warming are becoming increasingly more life-threatening. If America officially rejected the agreement, then the economies of other countries could be adversely affected.

IV. Significance: This issue applies to everyone around the world. Ignoring the effects of climate change will make our home less inhabitable.

V. Credibility: I am passionate about global climate change and have participated in programs that educate about its impacts. I have also researched extensively on the consequences of withdrawing from international climate agreements.

VI. Preview Statement: Today, we will explore the problems caused by the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and discuss why rejoining is necessary for environmental and economic stability.

MAJOR TRANSITION: First, let me explain the problems created by the United States’ lack of participation in fighting climate change.

Body

I. Main Point: Withdrawal from the Paris Agreement reduces the United States’ efforts to maintain environmental sustainability.

A. Environmental issues

  • 1. The dangers of inaction include burning fossil fuels, deforestation, inefficient waste management, and overproduction of non-biodegradable products.
  • 2. Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases like CO2, which trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to global warming. The primary focus of the Paris Agreement is to limit such emissions.

B. Impacts on individuals and ecosystems

  • 1. Elevated greenhouse gases increase Earth’s temperature, causing phenomena like severe air pollution, exemplified by China’s hazardous air quality.
  • 2. Overproduction of CO2 impairs ocean health, decreasing oxygen production and disrupting marine life, which is vital for global oxygen supply.

Minor Transition: Addressing environmental issues alone is insufficient; economic effects also threaten global stability if the U.S. continues to opt out of international climate efforts.

II. Main Point: U.S. withdrawal negatively affects international efforts and the global economy.

A. Mitigation and international cooperation

  • 1. The Paris Agreement fosters cooperation among major emitters like the U.S., China, and India to reduce emissions.
  • 2. Developed countries, including the U.S., contribute aid to help developing nations build sustainable infrastructures, which benefits us all in a globalized economy.

B. Economic repercussions

  • 1. The loss of U.S. participation shifts emission reductions to countries like China, increasing mitigation costs for these nations.
  • 2. Elevated costs for countries like China, a major exporter, can lead to global economic instability, affecting markets worldwide.

Minor Transition: Considering these environmental and economic consequences, it’s clear that rejoining is vital for a sustainable future.

III. Main Point: Rejoining the Paris Agreement is essential for a sustainable future.

A. Policy and action plans

  • 1. The U.S. can collaborate with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop sustainable economic growth aligned with climate commitments.
  • 2. Such policy changes will ensure economic benefits and environmental protection, benefitting all Americans and global citizens.

Conclusion

I. Review of Main Points: The withdrawal hampers both environmental sustainability and economic stability. Rejoining the Paris Agreement will mitigate climate impacts and promote global cooperation.

II. Lasting Thought: It is not too late—remaining in the Paris Agreement provides the U.S. with an opportunity to lead global climate efforts.

III. Call to Action: I urge you to support climate action by signing petitions and advocating for the U.S. to rejoin the Paris Agreement. Together, we can influence policymakers to secure a healthier, more sustainable future for all.

References

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  • Additional scholarly sources from academic journal databases as required.

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