With Donald Trump set to be inaugurated for a second term as President of the United States, global climate policy faces significant challenges. Trump’s intention to prioritize fossil fuel production, withdraw from the Paris Agreement, and reduce environmental protections threatens…
The Copernicus Climate Change Service has declared that 2024 is likely to be the hottest year ever recorded, surpassing 2023, as global temperatures exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels for the first time. This alarming trend is linked to rising emissions…
At COP29, new regulations were adopted allowing wealthy nations to fulfill their climate goals by purchasing carbon credits from developing countries, rather than cutting their own emissions. Critics warn that this could lead to significant greenwashing, enabling rich countries to…
At the COP29 climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, nearly 200 nations face controversy over a draft agreement perceived as regressive on fossil fuel commitments. Developing countries voice frustration over the lack of financial support, while prominent figures like UK energy…
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Argentine President Javier Milei in Buenos Aires, discussing climate agreement differences. Macron noted that Milei did not confirm plans to withdraw Argentina from the Paris Agreement and emphasized the necessity of international cooperation on…
Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, surprised attendees at COP29 by advising President-elect Donald Trump not to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement. Woods emphasized that participation is crucial for influencing climate action, a perspective that comes amid concerns…
Recent data indicates an alarming acceleration in global warming, with temperatures rising by 1.19 degrees Celsius from 2014 to 2023, attributed partly to reduced air pollution. While cleaner air reduces harmful particles, it also means less cooling from aerosols, contributing…
As COP29 kicks off, US Special Envoy John Podesta asserts that the fight against climate change will persist despite Donald Trump’s anticipated return to the White House. Podesta criticized Trump as a climate denier poised to reverse environmental protections and…
As the COP29 climate summit convenes in Baku, Azerbaijan, new and existing terms are shaping discussions on global warming and climate finance. Essential acronyms such as UNFCCC, COP, and NCQG highlight the framework of international cooperation aimed at combating climate…
Following Donald Trump’s successful presidential campaign against Kamala Harris, the Republican leader has pledged to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Agreement and roll back clean energy initiatives. This major policy shift poses significant risks for global climate negotiations, particularly…
