“Just as we can’t negotiate with the climate, we cannot negotiate with the future of our children. COP29 has failed children everywhere, with those in the Global South facing the gravest consequences. In moments as disheartening as this, I encourage kids not to lose hope—there are extraordinary people working tirelessly behind the scenes, committed to … Read more
Betrayal in Baku: Developed countries fail people and the planet Climate Action Network wholeheartedly rejects the outcome of COP29 in Baku. The linchpin of the climate talks was public finance, and developed countries did not deliver despite their historic responsibilities. The figure for the climate finance goal is wholly inadequate, the quality of finance is … Read more
Baku, Azerbaijan, 18 November 2024: Halfway through COP29, countries are still far from agreement on a climate finance deal that would meet the needs of the Global South and make the Paris Agreement goals possible. With the clock ticking, it’s time to pick up the pace. “Climate finance is a mountain of a fight – … Read more