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5 months agoFAQ: Annual climate negotiations are about to start. Do they matter?
The annual international climate meeting is taking place in Dubai, where world leaders will discuss climate change and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Scientists warn that immediate action is necessary to avoid catastrophic climate change effects, such as mass extinctions and sea level rise.
There is a dispute over whether the countries responsible for causing climate change will provide financial support to help vulnerable countries adapt to a hotter world. [ more ]