International
As COP29 eyes $1 trillion climate fund, some see new taxes as one way to get there
COP29 leaders eye $1T+ yearly for climate aid, exploring taxes on shipping, aviation, fossil fuels, crypto, and wealth to fund efforts.
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.
Beyond B-loans? Development banks seek private money for climate change fight
An investment manager warns of barriers to private sector investment in climate change projects, citing a lack of transparency.
Money to respond to climate change is key to UN talks in Baku. Nations are finding ways to raise it
Rich nations at COP29 face pressure to boost climate finance, balancing loans, grants, and leverage amid fears of debt for poorer nations.
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.
Negotiators seek to break COP29 impasse after G20 ‘marching orders’
Negotiators push to resolve deadlock at U.N. climate talks after G20 backs trillions of dollars for poorer nations.
Multilateral development bank climate finance: The good, bad and the urgent
MDBs delivered a record $125B in climate finance in 2023, but adaptation funds lag; reforms and concessionality remain crucial.
‘Vague’ net zero rules threaten climate targets, scientists warn
Scientists urge nations to exclude natural carbon sinks in net-zero plans to avoid exceeding warming targets, risking over 1.5°C.
Summit host Azerbaijan warns COP29 cannot succeed without G20 boost
COP29 host in Azerbaijan urges G20 leaders to prioritize climate action as they meet in Brazil.
Tesla gains on report Trump’s team planning federal self-driving vehicle regulations
Tesla shares jumped over 5% Monday after reports of Trump's team planning federal rules for autonomous vehicles.
