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COP29 in Solidarity for A green World

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The UN Climate Change Conference, COP29, is set to begin on November 11, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan, and will run until November 22. This year’s conference is a key event where global leaders, policymakers, and environmental advocates will converge to address urgent climate challenges. With global temperatures rising and extreme weather events intensifying worldwide, COP29 provides a platform to push forward actionable climate solutions to curb these effects and achieve a more sustainable and resilient global ecosystem.

One of the central themes of COP29 is climate finance. Given the vast investment needed—estimated in the trillions of dollars—to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change, discussions will prioritize finding effective financing mechanisms. Developing nations, in particular, require robust financial support to implement adaptation and mitigation strategies, as climate impacts disproportionately affect these countries. This focus also extends to updating countries’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to meet the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C. These updates, due by early 2025, are crucial for tracking global progress toward emission reduction goals and strengthening climate commitments.

Additionally, COP29 is expected to spotlight renewable energy initiatives and green transitions, addressing both the need for immediate decarbonization and the social justice elements of a just transition. In line with the United Nations’ “Pact for the Future,” which emphasizes phasing out fossil fuels and supporting sustainable development, the conference will encourage all parties to commit to practical solutions that secure a liveable climate for future generations.