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COP29 Azerbaijan

The UN's climate conference, COP29, is taking place in Azerbaijan's capital, Baku, from November 11-22. Climate finance and the transition away from fossil fuels are high on the agenda.

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November 12, 2024

COP29: World leaders meet in Baku, with big names missing

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COP29: Climate change in 10 charts

COP29: Climate change in 10 charts

With COP29 underway, the climate crisis is in the spotlight. Here are the facts on how our planet is changing.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 13, 2024
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COP29: Global carbon emissions to hit record high in 2024

COP29: Global carbon emissions to hit record high in 2024

Despite the urgent need to cut carbon in the atmosphere to slow climate change, fossil fuel emissions are rising.
ClimateNovember 13, 2024
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Climate disaster fund to start paying out in 2025

Climate disaster fund to start paying out in 2025

A fund to help climate-vulnerable nations will start paying out next year say officials at UN climate talks in Baku.
ClimateNovember 13, 2024
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Who is funding fossil fuel expansion?

Who is funding fossil fuel expansion?

As devastating weather extremes intensify, trillions are being invested in fossil fuel expansion. Why?
ClimateNovember 12, 2024
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What is Big Oil and what does it mean for the climate?

What is Big Oil and what does it mean for the climate?

As COP29 gets underway, the role of big oil companies in the future of climate action remains contested.
ClimateNovember 12, 2024
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COP29: How serious is host Azerbaijan about climate action?

COP29: How serious is host Azerbaijan about climate action?

Protesters say Azerbaijan's government is prioritizing oil and gas exports over climate protection.
ClimateNovember 12, 202402:58 min
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