California leaders welcome Claudia Sheinbaum's election as Mexico's new president, anticipating collaboration on climate change and clean energy initiatives.
Claudia Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and engineer, is Mexico's newly elected president, offering potential for enhanced cross-border climate cooperation.
California officials are optimistic about partnering with Sheinbaum on clean energy and environmental issues, given her background and commitment to renewable energy.
The relationship between California and Mexico has been strong, with agreements in place to address climate challenges such as drought and transportation emissions.
Key quote:
“Having an engineer whose background is working on climate, it’s a big deal.”
— Eduardo Garcia, Assemblymember
Why this matters:
Sheinbaum’s presidency could strengthen California's climate efforts through joint projects, particularly in renewable energy and emissions reduction. Her scientific expertise and focus on sustainable development align with California's environmental priorities.
Scientists call it California's "other big one," and they say it could cause three times as much damage as a major earthquake ripping along the San Andreas.
