Climate change

Adaptation financing is inadequate, warns UN at COP29

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has alerted participants at the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) about the insufficient progress in adaptation financing necessary to address the challenges posed by the climate crisis.

What is current status of Loss and Damage Fund at COP29?

During the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), the inaugural Climate Finance, Investment, and Trade Thematic Day marked the beginning of discussions focused on achieving an extensive international climate finance agreement. This agreement aims to secure trillions of dollars for climate projects.

COP29: Shocking Report on Global Carbon Emissions Levels in 2024

Scientists revealed, Wednesday, that global carbon dioxide emissions, including those from burning fossil fuels, are on track to reach a record level this year, further deviating the world from its path to avoid more destructive extreme climate phenomena.

What is the significance of UN Climate Change Conference?

Tens of thousands of officials and climate activists will gather for the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22. Each year, the conference adopts various pledges, plans, and documents, making it challenging to keep track of the discussions.

Why should COP29 prioritize cities and urban areas?

The World Bank estimates that about 4.4 billion people, or 56% of the global population, live in cities. However, they are among the most vulnerable to global warming; many cities throughout the world experience "urban heat islands."