Open Letter Calls for COP Reform The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, has rekindled discussions about the structural inadequacies of the COP process. While the global policy framework to combat climate change is robust, the persistent rise in global emissions, degradation of carbon sinks, and worsening climate impacts demand a …
During the recent Parties Submission Meeting at COP29, Ambassador Ali Mohamed, who chairs the Africa Group of Negotiators, delivered a powerful message about Africa’s role in tackling climate change. He emphasized how the continent is stepping up to lead in this crucial area, but there’s a pressing need for fair financial support to sustain these …
The Protocol is an international agreement established under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to combat climate change by mandating greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions from industrialized countries. Adopted in 1997 and activated in 2005, it specifically binds 37 developed nations and the European Union to reduce their emissions by an average …
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As COP 29 in Baku unfolds, the conversation on climate finance and responsibility gains renewed urgency, casting a critical light on the commitments made under the Paris Agreement. Signed nearly a decade ago, the Paris Agreement was a watershed in global climate policy, bringing both developed and developing nations together in a shared vision: to …
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As global temperatures rise and climate impacts escalate, the stakes at this year’s COP29 have never been higher. Held from November 11th-22nd, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan, the 29th UN Climate Change Conference brings leaders, climate advocates, and nations together to tackle some of the most pressing climate challenges. Hearts of Green is proud to be …