Opinion / #COP29
Given their outsized economic role, strengthening the resilience of coastal communities is not just a regional or national priority but a global imperative.
Carbon & Climate
Why COP29 should not be ignored
As the world’s biggest climate conference nears in Azerbaijan, observers say little should be expected from a host country that has questionable environmental and human rights credentials. But the talks should not be written off as negotiators work on a deal to compensate climate-vulnerable countries.
Carbon & Climate
Hurricanes and climate change: A wake-up call ahead of COP29
The upcoming climate summit needs to address how storms are becoming more impactful closer to the coast. Preparing for such events is more cost-effective than dealing with the aftermath of inadequate preparation.
Indonesia’s capital has poor water infrastructure. Existing water resources should be reused to avoid a water crisis.
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15 October 2024
Policy & Finance
Harmonising loss and damage finance will be key to COP29
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