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environment1 year ago

Global Summit in South Korea Aims to Tackle Plastic Waste Crisis

Negotiators from various countries are meeting in Busan, South Korea, to finalize a global treaty aimed at reducing plastic pollution before an end-of-year deadline. The talks have been stalled due to resistance from the oil and gas industry, but recent signals from the Biden administration suggest potential U.S. support for stronger measures. Key issues include limiting plastic production, regulating hazardous chemicals, and creating a circular economy. With the U.S. election of Donald Trump, concerns arise about U.S. commitment, but global action remains crucial to address the escalating plastic waste crisis.

via NPR|
#environment#environmentalpolicy#fossilfuels
environment1 year ago

Global Summit Secures $300B Climate Aid for Developing Nations

At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, nearly 200 countries agreed on a climate deal where wealthy nations will provide $300 billion annually by 2035 to help poorer countries cope with climate impacts. Despite the agreement, many developing nations criticized the amount as insufficient compared to the $1.3 trillion needed. The summit faced challenges, including boycotts and fossil fuel interests, and was marked by tensions over financial commitments and geopolitical dynamics.

via CNN|
#climatechange#cop29#developingcountries
politics1 year ago

Trump's GOP Faces Climate Pressure at COP29

At the COP29 climate summit, Republican lawmakers, led by Rep. August Pfluger, advocated for increased U.S. fossil fuel production, emphasizing natural gas exports as a cleaner alternative to other countries' supplies. This stance contrasts with global efforts to reduce fossil fuel reliance. The GOP delegation highlighted a diverse energy strategy, including nuclear and carbon capture, while expressing concerns over China's dominance in clean energy manufacturing. The visit underscores potential shifts in U.S. climate policy under President-elect Trump, who plans to roll back Biden's climate initiatives.

via POLITICO|
#climatechange#cop29#energypolicy
world1 year ago

Activists Challenge COP29 Amidst Global Protests and Controversies

At COP29 in Azerbaijan, green groups accused fossil fuel companies of profiting from Israel's actions in Gaza, labeling it genocide. They highlighted the role of major oil firms like BP, Chevron, and Shell in supplying Israel with oil and gas, which allegedly supports military operations against Palestinians. The BTC pipeline, owned by BP, is a significant source of oil for Israel. Activists call for an energy embargo on Israel, citing complicity in mass atrocities, while Colombia has already suspended coal exports to Israel.

via Common Dreams|
#cop29#fossilfuels#gaza
environment1 year ago

Trump's Election Shifts Climate Leadership to China at COP29

The COP29 climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, is overshadowed by Donald Trump's reelection, raising concerns about the U.S.'s commitment to global climate initiatives. The summit focuses on transitioning away from fossil fuels and addressing financial needs for developing nations to combat climate change. Despite previous pledges, global emissions continue to rise, and the world is not on track to meet renewable energy and efficiency goals. Indigenous groups remain marginalized in these discussions.

via NPR|
#climatechange#cop29#environment
politics1 year ago

Trump's Impact on Climate Policy and Energy Industry

As Donald Trump prepares for a potential return to the presidency, he is expected to target U.S. climate policies, including possibly withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. While he may attempt to scale back clean energy initiatives and boost fossil fuel production, legislative hurdles and market dynamics could limit his impact. The Biden administration's investments in clean energy, embedded in laws like the Inflation Reduction Act, may be difficult to dismantle, though some aspects, such as electric vehicle tax credits, could be at risk.

via The Conversation|
#cleanenergy#climatepolicy#fossilfuels
science-and-environment2 years ago

"Unlocking Climate Secrets: A 66-Million-Year Journey Through CO2 History"

An international team of scientists, including University of Utah geologists, has published a study in Science reconstructing Earth's atmospheric CO2 levels over the past 66 million years. Using various geological proxies, they found that current CO2 levels of 419 ppm are the highest in 14 million years, largely due to the burning of fossil fuels. The research aims to provide a detailed record of past CO2 concentrations to better predict future climate scenarios and understand the impact on Earth's history and ecosystems.

via SciTechDaily|
##atmosphericscience#climatechange
environment-and-energy2 years ago

"Ex-Oil Executive Mukhtar Babayev Appointed to Spearhead COP29 Climate Summit"

Mukhtar Babayev, Azerbaijan's ecology and natural resources minister and former oil executive, has been appointed to lead the 2024 U.N. climate talks, raising concerns among climate activists due to his past association with the state oil company. Despite Azerbaijan's heavy reliance on oil and gas revenues, there is cautious optimism recalling the unexpected positive outcomes from the previous COP28 in Dubai. The upcoming conference in Azerbaijan will focus on critical issues such as climate change adaptation and mitigation financing, with the international community watching for a fair and ambitious facilitation by the host country.

via NPR|
##azerbaijan#climatechange
environment-and-energy2 years ago

"Ex-Oil Executive Appointed to Spearhead COP29 Climate Summit in Azerbaijan"

Mukhtar Babayev, Azerbaijan's ecology and natural resources minister and former oil executive, has been appointed to lead this year's U.N. climate talks, sparking concerns over the influence of the oil industry in climate negotiations. This follows the contentious presidency of Sultan Ahmed al-Jaber, a state oil company leader, at COP28. Critics, including climate scientist Michael Mann, argue that oil executives should not preside over climate summits due to conflicts of interest. Azerbaijan, a country heavily reliant on oil and gas revenues, will host the talks with Babayev aiming to reduce the nation's climate pollution and increase renewable energy capacity.

via POLITICO|
##azerbaijan#climatetalks