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COP29 Climate Deal: An Insurance Policy for Humanity

24 Nov 2024

At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, wealthy nations pledged to provide USD 300 billion annually by 2035 to help developing countries tackle the climate crisis. While some saw it as progress, many vulnerable nations criticized the amount as insufficient. Heated Negotiations and Controversy The agreement followed over two weeks of intense...

COP29 Draft Proposes 0 Billion Climate Finance Commitment

COP29 Draft Proposes $250 Billion Climate Finance Commitment

23 Nov 2024

The COP29 summit in Baku unveiled a draft proposal urging wealthy nations to allocate $250 billion annually to help vulnerable countries combat climate change and advance renewable energy adoption. The draft also sets a broader target of $1.3 trillion in climate finance by 2035. Key Highlights of the Draft Proposal...

Developing Nations Oppose Expanding NCQG Contributor Base

21 Nov 2024

Baku, COP29 – Developing nations have firmly opposed any attempts to expand the contributor base for the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG), a new climate funding initiative meant to support climate actions in developing countries. This funding is intended to build on the previous commitment of $100 billion per year,...

COP29: India Calls for Equitable Carbon Space to Balance Development and Climate Goals

19 Nov 2024

India on Tuesday underscored the urgent need for developed countries to lead in mitigating climate change and ensuring adequate carbon space for developing nations, while highlighting the disproportionate financial burden borne by the Global South. Delivering the national statement at the COP29 summit in Baku, Minister of State for Environment...

Delhi’s Severe Pollution Highlights Urgent Need for Action at COP29

19 Nov 2024

Delhi's alarming air pollution was a central topic at COP29, with experts raising concerns about its devastating health effects and urging immediate global intervention. Aarti Khosla, Director of Climate Trends, highlighted that the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) had soared to hazardous levels, with particulate matter concentrations in some areas...

UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance To Slash Emissions By 2030

16 Nov 2024

The UAE has taken a bold step towards a sustainable future by launching the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. This groundbreaking initiative aims to double annual global energy efficiency rates by 2030, significantly cutting carbon emissions and reducing natural resource consumption. Building on the UAE Consensus...

Sadhguru At COP29: Microbial Life Key To Earth’s Survival

12 Nov 2024

At the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, spiritual guru Sadhguru highlighted the critical role of microbial species in sustaining life on Earth. He emphasized that the health of the planet relies on the survival of foundational life forms such as microorganisms. Microbial Life: The Invisible Foundation...

COP29: Trump’s Return Looms Over Climate Summit As World Leaders Convene

11 Nov 2024

COP29, which begins Monday in Azerbaijan's capital, could prove to be the most significant climate meeting since the 2015 Paris Agreement—if it successfully delivers a robust finance agreement to enhance the flow of funds for climate action. One of the largest obstacles to accelerating climate action, which is urgently needed...

India is pushing for trillion climate finance deal at COP29

India is pushing for $1 trillion climate finance deal at COP29

06 Nov 2024

As COP29 approaches in Baku, Azerbaijan, the spotlight on climate finance has never been more intense. From technological investments to adaptation measures, the upcoming negotiations aim to shape a new climate finance target. With India and other developing nations at the forefront, achieving a balance between domestic needs and international...

Azerbaijan Accused Of Using Fake Accounts To Promote COP29 Amid Human Rights Criticism

29 Oct 2024

An investigation has revealed that scores of apparently fake social media accounts are promoting Azerbaijan's hosting of the COP29 climate summit, drowning out critical voices. Analysis by Global Witness found that the majority of these accounts appeared after July, at a time when seven of the top 10 posts using...

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