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COP29 Activists Demand $5 Trillion in Annual Climate Financing From Global North

At COP29, developed nations face criticism for inadequate funding for energy transitions in the Global South amidst industry lobbyist presence.

COP29 closes with last minute deal on climate funding DW 11/23/2024

The COP29 summit concluded with an agreement for at least $300 billion in annual climate financing by 2035 from developed to developing countries.

Apparently fake social media accounts boost Azerbaijan before Cop29

Azerbaijan's hosting of COP29 is supported by fake social media accounts, overshadowing genuine criticism of its climate policies and human rights violations.

At COP29, Sewage Beer' Is Just Fine

Innovative food and drink offerings at COP29 are enhancing engagement and promoting sustainability among delegates.

Cop29 live: negotiators work around clock as summit builds towards climax

Frustration dominated Cop29 negotiations, but the international community remains hopeful for positive outcomes amidst challenges.
Argentina, initially contemplating leaving the Paris Agreement, has decided to remain amid significant shifts in leadership.

Azerbaijan accused of hypocrisy after calling for Cop29 global truce

Azerbaijan's call for a global truce during COP29 is questioned due to its involvement in conflicts and human rights concerns.

COP29 Activists Demand $5 Trillion in Annual Climate Financing From Global North

At COP29, developed nations face criticism for inadequate funding for energy transitions in the Global South amidst industry lobbyist presence.

COP29 closes with last minute deal on climate funding DW 11/23/2024

The COP29 summit concluded with an agreement for at least $300 billion in annual climate financing by 2035 from developed to developing countries.

Apparently fake social media accounts boost Azerbaijan before Cop29

Azerbaijan's hosting of COP29 is supported by fake social media accounts, overshadowing genuine criticism of its climate policies and human rights violations.

At COP29, Sewage Beer' Is Just Fine

Innovative food and drink offerings at COP29 are enhancing engagement and promoting sustainability among delegates.

Cop29 live: negotiators work around clock as summit builds towards climax

Frustration dominated Cop29 negotiations, but the international community remains hopeful for positive outcomes amidst challenges.
Argentina, initially contemplating leaving the Paris Agreement, has decided to remain amid significant shifts in leadership.

Azerbaijan accused of hypocrisy after calling for Cop29 global truce

Azerbaijan's call for a global truce during COP29 is questioned due to its involvement in conflicts and human rights concerns.
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Hundreds of lobbyists for industrial farming attend Cop29 climate summit

Agriculture lobbyists, including major companies, exert significant influence at climate summits despite their industry being a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.

Australia mistakenly included on list of countries joining US-UK civil nuclear deal, British government says

Australia was mistakenly included in a US-UK nuclear technology deal that it denied interest in due to domestic nuclear energy restrictions.
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Dubai climate talks: What did they achieve? DW 12/13/2023

Global leaders at the COP28 climate summit have agreed to transition away from fossil fuels in a just and equitable manner.
The agreement does not explicitly mention a phaseout of fossil fuels, but it is seen as a significant step towards moving away from coal, oil, and gas.

Nations strike deal at COP28 to transition away from fossil fuels

Nearly 200 countries agreed to begin reducing global consumption of fossil fuels at COP28 climate summit.
The deal signals the eventual end of the oil age and the world's united desire to break with fossil fuels.

Historic climate agreement

The COP28 climate summit in Dubai produced a historic agreement that explicitly mentions the need to transition away from fossil fuels.
The agreement represents a clear defeat for countries with oil interests like Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

Big divisions loom over fossil fuels' future as COP28 climate summit talks head into final phase

Negotiators at the COP28 climate summit are working to find consensus on a deal to phase out the use of fossil fuels.
Over 80 countries are pushing for an agreement that includes language to phase out fossil fuels, but face opposition from OPEC and its allies.

Fossil fuel bosses get red carpet' at Cop29 despite concerns over influence

UN climate summit in Azerbaijan is criticized for giving special treatment to fossil fuel executives, raising concerns over their influence on climate actions.

Almost 500 carbon capture lobbyists granted access to Cop29 climate summit

CCS lobbyists now outnumber national delegations at Cop29, raising concerns about fossil fuel greenwashing and the validity of carbon capture technology.

Dubai climate talks: What did they achieve? DW 12/13/2023

Global leaders at the COP28 climate summit have agreed to transition away from fossil fuels in a just and equitable manner.
The agreement does not explicitly mention a phaseout of fossil fuels, but it is seen as a significant step towards moving away from coal, oil, and gas.

Nations strike deal at COP28 to transition away from fossil fuels

Nearly 200 countries agreed to begin reducing global consumption of fossil fuels at COP28 climate summit.
The deal signals the eventual end of the oil age and the world's united desire to break with fossil fuels.

Historic climate agreement

The COP28 climate summit in Dubai produced a historic agreement that explicitly mentions the need to transition away from fossil fuels.
The agreement represents a clear defeat for countries with oil interests like Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

Big divisions loom over fossil fuels' future as COP28 climate summit talks head into final phase

Negotiators at the COP28 climate summit are working to find consensus on a deal to phase out the use of fossil fuels.
Over 80 countries are pushing for an agreement that includes language to phase out fossil fuels, but face opposition from OPEC and its allies.

Fossil fuel bosses get red carpet' at Cop29 despite concerns over influence

UN climate summit in Azerbaijan is criticized for giving special treatment to fossil fuel executives, raising concerns over their influence on climate actions.

Almost 500 carbon capture lobbyists granted access to Cop29 climate summit

CCS lobbyists now outnumber national delegations at Cop29, raising concerns about fossil fuel greenwashing and the validity of carbon capture technology.
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COP29 Azerbaijan: What's at stake at the 2024 global climate summit?

The UN climate summit in Baku is criticized for being a 'greenwash conference' amidst insufficient progress on climate commitments.

Repression Intensifies in the Country Hosting a Major Climate Meeting

Azerbaijan is repressing dissenting voices ahead of a major climate summit, undermining civil society and human rights.

On trip to Vatican, Wu boasts Boston's climate policies

Mayor Michelle Wu represents Boston at Vatican Climate Summit, emphasizing the city's climate policies.

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market Excursion

SF Climate Week is a large climate summit gathering thousands of people and organizations for various events promoting sustainability and climate action.

An Ally in the Climate Fight: Nature Itself

The recent global climate summit recognized the importance of protecting ecosystems and committed to halting deforestation and land degradation by 2030.
Scientists are using space-based lasers to measure the biomass of forests and determine how much carbon they store.

Magical' tech innovations a distraction from real solutions, climate experts warn

The Cop28 climate summit in Dubai is showcasing technological solutions to combat climate change.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to track emissions and send compelling messages about the future.
The focus on tech-based solutions is helpful given the slow action by governments to address climate change.
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Canadian oil and gas execs to talk up emissions reduction plans at COP28 | CBC News

Executives from Canada's oil and gas sector will attend the United Nations COP28 climate talks to showcase their efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The fossil fuel industry will have a prominent position at the climate summit despite efforts to address global warming.
The Canadian oil and gas industry is under pressure to decarbonize and meet international climate commitments.

Biden to Skip U.N. Climate Summit, White House Says

President Biden will not attend the U.N. climate summit in Dubai.
The war between Israel and Hamas and the conflict in Ukraine may have influenced Biden's decision.
Biden has previously made climate change a priority and attended past U.N. climate conferences.

The oil boss, the islander, the ecofeminist': Five people to watch at COP28

The COP28 climate summit in Dubai will be the largest and most controversial COP to date.
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley is a champion of the Global South and a powerful advocate for climate action.
The appointment of Sultan al-Jaber, the chief executive of Adnoc, as the host and president of COP28 has sparked criticism.

A Climate Summit Begins With Fossil Fuels, and Frustration, Going Strong

Countries are failing to fulfill their promises to cut emissions and provide financial aid to transition away from fossil fuels.
Despite some progress, countries are still burning fossil fuels and emissions are reaching record highs, leading to disillusionment at the climate summit.

Joe Biden will not attend COP28 climate summit, says US official

President Joe Biden will not attend the UN climate summit in Dubai, marking the first time in two years that a US president will miss the event.
The US official did not give a reason for Biden's decision, but it is speculated that his focus on the Israel-Hamas conflict and domestic agenda may be contributing factors.
John Kerry, the US climate envoy, will lead negotiations for the United States at the climate summit.

Head of Climate Conference Who Happens to Be an Oil Exec Says Actually Fossil Fuels Are Fine

An Emirati oil executive claims there is no science behind phasing out fossil fuels to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
The executive's comments have sparked outrage due to his role in leading an international climate summit and his company's plans to expand oil and gas production.

Canadian oil and gas execs to talk up emissions reduction plans at COP28 | CBC News

Executives from Canada's oil and gas sector will attend the United Nations COP28 climate talks to showcase their efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The fossil fuel industry will have a prominent position at the climate summit despite efforts to address global warming.
The Canadian oil and gas industry is under pressure to decarbonize and meet international climate commitments.

Biden to Skip U.N. Climate Summit, White House Says

President Biden will not attend the U.N. climate summit in Dubai.
The war between Israel and Hamas and the conflict in Ukraine may have influenced Biden's decision.
Biden has previously made climate change a priority and attended past U.N. climate conferences.

The oil boss, the islander, the ecofeminist': Five people to watch at COP28

The COP28 climate summit in Dubai will be the largest and most controversial COP to date.
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley is a champion of the Global South and a powerful advocate for climate action.
The appointment of Sultan al-Jaber, the chief executive of Adnoc, as the host and president of COP28 has sparked criticism.

A Climate Summit Begins With Fossil Fuels, and Frustration, Going Strong

Countries are failing to fulfill their promises to cut emissions and provide financial aid to transition away from fossil fuels.
Despite some progress, countries are still burning fossil fuels and emissions are reaching record highs, leading to disillusionment at the climate summit.

Joe Biden will not attend COP28 climate summit, says US official

President Joe Biden will not attend the UN climate summit in Dubai, marking the first time in two years that a US president will miss the event.
The US official did not give a reason for Biden's decision, but it is speculated that his focus on the Israel-Hamas conflict and domestic agenda may be contributing factors.
John Kerry, the US climate envoy, will lead negotiations for the United States at the climate summit.

Head of Climate Conference Who Happens to Be an Oil Exec Says Actually Fossil Fuels Are Fine

An Emirati oil executive claims there is no science behind phasing out fossil fuels to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
The executive's comments have sparked outrage due to his role in leading an international climate summit and his company's plans to expand oil and gas production.
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Climate disaster fund approved at UN's COP28 climate summit

UAE's Sultan Al Jaber calls for proactive engagement with fossil fuel companies to address climate challenges.
The United Nations climate summit in Dubai approves a climate disaster fund to help vulnerable nations cope with climate impacts.
Critics question Al-Jaber's role as summit chair due to his oil ties but he argues that fossil fuel companies must do more to phase out emissions.
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