WORLDWIDE REACTION

“The world needs American leadership. However, the impact is less than most people would believe, because China, India and Europe will provide leadership.” Erik Solheim, head of the United Nations Environment Program

“The Paris climate agreement set unworkable targets that put America at a competitive disadvantage with other countries and would have raised energy costs for working families.” Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works

“Wherever we live, whoever we are, we all share the same responsibility: make our planet great again.” French President Emmanuel Macron

“The Paris climate agreement was simply a raw deal for America. ... I commend President Trump for fulfilling his commitment to the American people and withdrawing from this bad deal.” House Speaker Paul Ryan

“Climate change is real. Industry must now lead and not depend on government.”

Jeff Immelt, chairman and chief executive of General Electric

“I can assure you that we will follow the guidelines of the Paris Agreement for our people, our economy & future.”

Pittsburgh Mayor Bill

Peduto responding on Twitter to President Donald Trump’s assertion that pulling out of the climate agreement would benefit Pittsburgh