Renewable energy movement 350.org has condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and other international bodies, describing the move as a “desperate attempt” to hold to fossil fuels.

Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from 66 international organisations, including the UNFCCC, the 1992 treaty that underpins all global climate cooperation, and the global scientific authority Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

Trump claimed that these organisations promote “radical climate policies” and global governance that “no longer serve American interests.”

350.org MD for campaigns and networks Savio Carvalho said the withdrawal won’t stop countries from demanding that the US, the world's largest historical emitter, cut its emissions and support climate-vulnerable nations.

“It won’t stop the more than 80 countries who showed us at COP30 that they are determined to chart a roadmap for a fossil-free future. President Trump cannot stop the global momentum towards clean energy and climate justice – but he is ensuring that the US loses out on billions in global climate investments and surrenders its standing as a global leader, as more businesses, governments, and frontline communities build the clean energy economy of the future,” Carvalho said.

350.org program manager Pacific & Caribbean Fenton Lutunatabua stressed that global climate cooperation should not “be at the mercy” of the US government's decisions.

Lutunatabua said despite rich nations stalling action, the Pacific has consistently championed an end to climate-destroying fossil fuels, noting the climate ruling at the International Court of Justice.

“Now is not the time other high-polluting nations to be shirking their climate responsibilities, like the US. While those in power seek to tear the global community apart, it is more important than ever that we remain united in our fight to secure a safe and liveable future for our children,” he added.

350.org Japan campaigner Masayoshi Iyoda urged his own government to exert diplomatic efforts to pressure Trump to remain part of the global climate regime.

“This should not be used as an excuse for Japan’s own inaction on climate. We call on Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to clearly state that Japan remains committed to the UNFCCC process and will accelerate a fast and fair transition away from fossil fuels,” he said.