COP 22: parties endorse informal note on transparency framework
The Parties expressed urgency to start the technical work in the next round of discussions in 2017
COP22: parties discuss ways to enhance transparency framework for climate action
The rules and modalities of the transparency framework are expected to be in place by 2018
Action on water and climate needed for Paris goals and climate justice
Water is critical for successful climate change mitigation, as efforts to reduce GHG emissions depend on access to water resources
Countries differ on the issue of stocktaking at COP 21
Countries agree on taking stock on climate mitigation and finance targets every five years but are more hesitant on doing so for climate adaptation
Modi's speech was about concerns of developing countries: Chandra Bhushan
Chandra Bhushan, Deputy Director General of Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi analyses Narendra Modi's speech at the COP 21 Paris
Nearly 80 per cent people 'very concerned' about climate change
Over 45 per cent respondents want an end to all exploration of fossil fuel reserves, says a study
Bonn Climate Conference 2024: Differences remain on Global Stocktake outcomes
What stands out ultimately is the lack of commitment from any major bloc to definitively lead the fossil fuel transition
What is the price tag of phasing-out coal? For China & India, at least $2 trillion
European study calculates cost of coal phase, underlines need for smooth transition for workers and communities
Most carbon capture & utilisation technologies may be counterproductive: Study
CCU techs might divert attention from more effective emission reduction options
CoP26 Diary (Nov 3): Activists outrage at not being able to access event
A round-up of what went on at the Glasgow summit
Climate Emergency CoP 25: Negotiators in Madrid forced to look back before moving forward
Consensus on future ambition depends on accounting for past performance
Pre-2020 action and climate finance need of the hour: BASIC
Adaptation fund and finance are issues that are still to be discussed and resolved
Spaced out!
Private cars are forced to make way for bicycles in Paris
Zimbabwe’s climate action plan: a win for the environment, health and energy
In Zimbabwe, local benefits were evaluated and quantified, alongside greenhouse gas emission reductions. They provide a positive case of what …
Three in four children in South Asia exposed to extreme high temperatures: UNICEF
Recent episodes of extreme weather events raise further concerns about a future where children are expected to face more frequent and severe heatwaves
Go circular to end plastic pollution, UNEP report urges ahead of global meet
Any delays in executing necessary shifts mean higher costs and an additional 80 million tonnes of plastic pollution, it says
Warming beyond borders: Amazon deforestation heats up Tibet, says new study
There are no borders in the fight against climate change, cooperation is the key, says study published in Nature
Equity, unabated coal phasedown in first draft of COP27 ‘Cover Decision’; other elements missing
Details are scant on the loss and damage fund demanded by G77, and there is no mention of the need to wean off fossil fuels, a crucial aspect of …
How climate-induced disasters are creating a new dynamic of migration
Over time, countries would not be in a position to absorb so much migration in their limited urban centres and people will move to other countries,…
Africa needs at least 9 times more climate finance to meet 2030 goals
Africa requires $277 billion annually to implement its Nationally Determined Contributions towards mitigating greenhouse gas emissions
Climate crisis: even temporarily overshooting 2°C would cause permanent damage to Earth’s species
Deep emission cuts are needed now & can’t be pushed back to a future date, show a group of researchers
CoP26: Net Zero within Africa’s reach
Nationally determined contributions well set, but finance may be a problem
CoP26: Contradictions dominate first Glasgow draft, fossil fuel cut not considered
Draft identifies global Net Zero as one of the possible elements for inclusion under Glasgow outcome; experts call it a bogus claim
How carbon sinks can help India become a ‘net zero’ country
An increase in India’s green cover can help meet its Paris Agreement commitments and reduce toxic emissions in the atmosphere.
Climate Emergency CoP 25: Javadekar trumpets govt’s achievements in Madrid
The minister then ticked all boxes currently under negotiation in a business-as-usual manner without being much forthright