Tag Archives: United Nations Climate Change Conference

Historic climate deal takes ‘minimal’ action as world heats, burns and floods

If ever there was a year to call for bold global action against climate change, 2023 was it. In what will likely go down as the hottest year on record – a year of devastating floods, scorching heatwaves, devastating wildfires and persistent drought – leaders from nearly 200 countries have come together to chart a… Read More »

Methane agreement reached at COP28 climate conference criticized by some environmental groups

Nearly 50 oil and gas companies worldwide have pledged to shore up leaky methane systems by 2030; It’s a move that, if companies keep their promises, could quickly reduce emissions of the potent gas and prevent some climate change impacts. The pledge, announced by Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber at the United Nations Climate Change Conference… Read More »