As the delegates gather for the climate conference in Baku, they will overlook a polluted lake, a stark reminder of Azerbaijan's status as a petrostate, reliant on oil and gas for its economy.
The wealth and interests of oil states dominated the previous COP meeting in the UAE, highlighting the conflict between fossil fuel dependency and the goals of climate action.
Azerbaijan's role as COP host, facing skepticism over its commitment to tackling climate change, raises concerns about whether it can effectively broker agreements crucial for the green transition.
The urgency of developing nations securing funding for climate goals underscores the high stakes involved in the upcoming COP, with the potential for failure leading to catastrophic consequences.
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