COP29 Climate Talks Get a Deal on Money, but Only After a Fight
Rich nations agreed to triple climate funding for developing countries, but experts cite even higher needs to combat climate change effectively.
Cop29 agrees $1.3tn climate finance deal but campaigners brand it a betrayal'
Developing countries secured $1.3 trillion for climate aid, but only $300 billion will come as grants and low-interest loans from wealthy nations.
COP29 Climate Talks Focus on Financing
Negotiations at the UN climate summit are strained over funding for developing countries' climate resilience, with specific financial commitments and responsibilities in dispute.
Are All These U.N. Climate Talks Doing Any Good?
The UN climate summit ended with disappointing financial commitments, falling far short of the $1.3 trillion needed for developing nations to combat climate change.
COP29 Climate Talks Get a Deal on Money, but Only After a Fight
Rich nations agreed to triple climate funding for developing countries, but experts cite even higher needs to combat climate change effectively.
Cop29 agrees $1.3tn climate finance deal but campaigners brand it a betrayal'
Developing countries secured $1.3 trillion for climate aid, but only $300 billion will come as grants and low-interest loans from wealthy nations.
COP29 Climate Talks Focus on Financing
Negotiations at the UN climate summit are strained over funding for developing countries' climate resilience, with specific financial commitments and responsibilities in dispute.
Are All These U.N. Climate Talks Doing Any Good?
The UN climate summit ended with disappointing financial commitments, falling far short of the $1.3 trillion needed for developing nations to combat climate change.
Emissions policies leading to 'human and economic trainwreck, climate boss warns
Current climate action commitments are on track for only a 2.6% reduction in emissions by 2030, far below the necessary 43%.
We don't want all the fluffy stuff': Pacific islands push Australia to take strong action on climate
Pacific leaders call for Australia to enhance climate action and reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Spain's apocalyptic floods show undeniable truths: the climate crisis is getting worse and Big Oil is killing us | Jonathan Watts
The increasing frequency of climate disasters demands urgent action against fossil fuels.
UN climate negotiations were a major bummer
The COP summit highlighted political opportunism, frustration over climate inaction, and the disparity in emissions responsibility faced by vulnerable nations like the Marshall Islands.
This year has been masterclass in human destruction, UN chief tells Cop29
Climate change is causing unprecedented destruction globally, necessitating urgent action and significant funding to combat its effects.
Miscarriages due to climate crisis a blind spot' in action plans report
The climate crisis significantly impacts maternal and infant health, leading to miscarriages and premature births.
Emissions policies leading to 'human and economic trainwreck, climate boss warns
Current climate action commitments are on track for only a 2.6% reduction in emissions by 2030, far below the necessary 43%.
We don't want all the fluffy stuff': Pacific islands push Australia to take strong action on climate
Pacific leaders call for Australia to enhance climate action and reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Spain's apocalyptic floods show undeniable truths: the climate crisis is getting worse and Big Oil is killing us | Jonathan Watts
The increasing frequency of climate disasters demands urgent action against fossil fuels.
UN climate negotiations were a major bummer
The COP summit highlighted political opportunism, frustration over climate inaction, and the disparity in emissions responsibility faced by vulnerable nations like the Marshall Islands.
This year has been masterclass in human destruction, UN chief tells Cop29
Climate change is causing unprecedented destruction globally, necessitating urgent action and significant funding to combat its effects.
Miscarriages due to climate crisis a blind spot' in action plans report
The climate crisis significantly impacts maternal and infant health, leading to miscarriages and premature births.
Fossil fuel phaseout: on the cusp of history at COP28
Countries may push through an agreement at the UN climate summit that calls for the reduction in fossil fuel use and scaling up of renewables.
A strong agreement would send a clear signal to policymakers and the energy sector about the direction to head in.
UAE, Azerbaijan, Brazil join forces to limit global warming to 1.5C
The United Arab Emirates, Azerbaijan and Brazil are forming a troika to push for an international agreement to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
The troika partnership aims to enhance international cooperation and stimulate ambition in the next round of countries' climate targets.
Fossil fuel phaseout: on the cusp of history at COP28
Countries may push through an agreement at the UN climate summit that calls for the reduction in fossil fuel use and scaling up of renewables.
A strong agreement would send a clear signal to policymakers and the energy sector about the direction to head in.
UAE, Azerbaijan, Brazil join forces to limit global warming to 1.5C
The United Arab Emirates, Azerbaijan and Brazil are forming a troika to push for an international agreement to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
The troika partnership aims to enhance international cooperation and stimulate ambition in the next round of countries' climate targets.
Countries at the U.N. climate summit in Dubai agreed to transition away from fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The summit took place in a petrostate, highlighting the contrast between oil-producing nations and those vulnerable to climate change.
Al Gore: COP28 on "Verge of Complete Failure" After Draft Agreement Omits Fossil Fuel Phase Out
Former Vice President Al Gore warns that the UN climate summit COP28 is on the verge of failure.
Gore criticizes the draft agreement for omitting a call for phasing out fossil fuels.
Saudi Arabia Is Trying to Block a Global Deal to End Fossil Fuels, Negotiators Say
Saudi Arabia is obstructing efforts to fight global warming at the UN climate summit in Dubai by opposing any mention of fossil fuels and renewable energy targets.
The Saudi delegation has used various tactics, including inserting poison pill language, to slow down negotiations and block discussions on phasing out fossil fuels.
OPEC Leader Tells Members to Block Any Climate Summit Deal to Curb Fossil Fuels
The head of OPEC has directed members to oppose any agreement at the UN climate summit that targets the production and sales of fossil fuels.
The letter from OPEC's secretary general warns of the consequences of phasing out fossil fuels, calling it politically motivated and a risk to prosperity.
Thursday Briefing
Countries at the U.N. climate summit in Dubai agreed to transition away from fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The summit took place in a petrostate, highlighting the contrast between oil-producing nations and those vulnerable to climate change.
Al Gore: COP28 on "Verge of Complete Failure" After Draft Agreement Omits Fossil Fuel Phase Out
Former Vice President Al Gore warns that the UN climate summit COP28 is on the verge of failure.
Gore criticizes the draft agreement for omitting a call for phasing out fossil fuels.
Saudi Arabia Is Trying to Block a Global Deal to End Fossil Fuels, Negotiators Say
Saudi Arabia is obstructing efforts to fight global warming at the UN climate summit in Dubai by opposing any mention of fossil fuels and renewable energy targets.
The Saudi delegation has used various tactics, including inserting poison pill language, to slow down negotiations and block discussions on phasing out fossil fuels.
OPEC Leader Tells Members to Block Any Climate Summit Deal to Curb Fossil Fuels
The head of OPEC has directed members to oppose any agreement at the UN climate summit that targets the production and sales of fossil fuels.
The letter from OPEC's secretary general warns of the consequences of phasing out fossil fuels, calling it politically motivated and a risk to prosperity.
Down to Earth - Will COP28 mark the end of the fossil fuel era?
The UN climate summit in Dubai will focus on whether the world can agree to phase out fossil fuels.
Coal, oil, and gas account for over 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
According to the International Energy Agency, fossil fuel demand must decrease by 25% by the end of this decade and 80% by 2050 to limit global warming to 1.5C.
COP28: Fossil fuel CO2 emissions to hit record high in 2023 DW 12/05/2023
Carbon emissions are set to hit a record high in 2023, potentially worsening climate change and extreme weather.
India and China are the main contributors to the increase in carbon emissions.
King Charles Urges Transformational Action' at COP28 Climate Summit
King Charles III urges world leaders to take action against greenhouse gas emissions at the UN climate summit in Dubai.
Charles expresses concern about the lack of progress in reducing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.
President Of UN Climate Summit Planned For Oil And Gas Deals Behind The Scenes: Report
The president of the UN climate summit planned to lobby countries and business leaders to increase oil and gas exports.
Leaked documents show discussions about fossil fuel exports with nearly 30 foreign nations.
Environmental groups express outrage and concern over the conflict of interest.
King Charles speaks of a stark choice: How dangerous are we prepared to make our world?'
World leaders gather in Dubai for UN climate summit, calling for urgent action on global warming.
The need for unanimous consent in reaching a final agreement means that each word will be scrutinized.
Climate lies ramp up ahead of crucial climate talks in Dubai DW 11/29/2023
Climate misinformation is being used to delegitimize climate action at the UN climate summit in Dubai.
Right-wing political parties are spreading misinformation about the cost of climate solutions despite the fact that renewable energy is already cheaper.
Down to Earth - Will COP28 mark the end of the fossil fuel era?
The UN climate summit in Dubai will focus on whether the world can agree to phase out fossil fuels.
Coal, oil, and gas account for over 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
According to the International Energy Agency, fossil fuel demand must decrease by 25% by the end of this decade and 80% by 2050 to limit global warming to 1.5C.
COP28: Fossil fuel CO2 emissions to hit record high in 2023 DW 12/05/2023
Carbon emissions are set to hit a record high in 2023, potentially worsening climate change and extreme weather.
India and China are the main contributors to the increase in carbon emissions.
King Charles Urges Transformational Action' at COP28 Climate Summit
King Charles III urges world leaders to take action against greenhouse gas emissions at the UN climate summit in Dubai.
Charles expresses concern about the lack of progress in reducing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.
President Of UN Climate Summit Planned For Oil And Gas Deals Behind The Scenes: Report
The president of the UN climate summit planned to lobby countries and business leaders to increase oil and gas exports.
Leaked documents show discussions about fossil fuel exports with nearly 30 foreign nations.
Environmental groups express outrage and concern over the conflict of interest.
King Charles speaks of a stark choice: How dangerous are we prepared to make our world?'
World leaders gather in Dubai for UN climate summit, calling for urgent action on global warming.
The need for unanimous consent in reaching a final agreement means that each word will be scrutinized.
Climate lies ramp up ahead of crucial climate talks in Dubai DW 11/29/2023
Climate misinformation is being used to delegitimize climate action at the UN climate summit in Dubai.
Right-wing political parties are spreading misinformation about the cost of climate solutions despite the fact that renewable energy is already cheaper.
What are the key fights that will dominate UN climate talks? DW 11/29/2023
The annual UN climate summit is taking place in the United Arab Emirates, drawing controversy due to the oil-rich host nation and the appointment of a fossil fuel executive as the summit's president.
Key issues to be discussed at the summit include climate financing for vulnerable countries, bolstering emissions cuts pledges, and phasing out fossil fuels.
Nations press rich world to fight climate change at U.N. summit
Leaders of developing nations at the U.N. climate summit are urging richer countries to share knowledge and support to combat global warming.
Pope Francis injects moral authority into the talks, saying that the destruction of the environment is an offense against God.