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COP29 talks buoyed by G20 support but fears stoked over fossil fuels backsliding
The G20's support for a strong finance deal at COP29 was welcomed, but concerns arose over fossil fuel commitments.
At UN climate talks, farmers argue for a share of money dedicated to fighting climate change
Small farmers receive less than 1% of climate finance, yet they feed millions and face growing threats from climate change.
COP29: As talks in Baku cross the halfway point, nations are no closer to a goal on cash for climate action
Week one at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan saw little progress on climate funding, but more is expected in week two.
Vietnam’s renewable energy policy is spurring decarbonization of global brands
Vietnam’s new Direct Power Purchase Agreement enables global brands to decarbonize supply chains by sourcing renewable energy.
UN climate talks to focus on money to help poor nations cut carbon pollution
Curbing climate change's impact will cost trillions, but poor nations lack the funds, sparking debate at UN talks.
Will COP29 unlock a new era of action? What to watch at the 2024 climate summit
World Resources Institute on the COP29 negotiations: what's at stake and what needs to happen in Baku to drive rapid progress.
How efficient metrics and expansive incentives can scale corporate contributions to nature
Simple metrics aligned with broad incentives and market signals can help scale finance for nature effectively.
How are countries reporting progress toward net-zero commitments?
Countries with net-zero targets but no tracking system should engage peers to learn from their experiences and share best practices.
Miners are razing forests to meet surging demand for metals and minerals, report says
Nearly 1.4 million hectares of trees were lost to mining from 2001 to 2020— an area the size of Montenegro, says an analysis.
Regulating safety for carbon removal, capture and sequestration projects in the US
U.S. lawmakers are advancing regulations for carbon capture and removal technologies, prioritizing safety and environmental protections.
