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Fossil fuels: 'A gift of God' or a climate killer?

Humans have become dependent on oil companies for sustaining their lifestyles. But this dependence has enabled the industry to balloon to such an extent that it has been dubbed "Big Oil" and become synonymous with driving global temperature rise. Burning oil and gas pumps billions of tons of heat-trapping greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere every year.

IISD in the news November 12, 2024

Who is funding fossil fuel expansion?

Last December, as the world witnessed a year of record-breaking emissions and global temperatures driven by the burning of fossil fuels, leaders agreed to "transition away" from coal, oil and gas. The agreement, which was struck at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, heralded the "beginning of the end" of the fossil fuel era. But as heads of state and government meet in Baku, Azerbaijan for this year's COP29 summit, trillions of dollars are still flowing into fossil fuel development.

IISD in the news November 12, 2024

National Inventories

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Initiatives November 12, 2024

Inside INC-5

This week world leaders convene in Busan, Republic of Korea, for the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) aiming to finalize the world’s first international treaty to combat plastic pollution.

Page November 12, 2024

Accelerating Africa’s Action for Sustainable Fisheries Management

This webinar aimed to support African countries understand the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement, ratification steps, and available implementation support.

Webinar November 11, 2024

What Is the NAP Assessment at COP 29, and Why Does It Matter?

At the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) in Baku, countries will assess their progress in formulating and implementing their National Adaptation Plans. IISD’s adaptation experts Orville Grey and Jeffrey Qi explain what that means, and what’s at stake.

Explainer November 8, 2024

How to Track Adaptation Progress: Key questions for the UAE-Belém work programme at COP 29

UAE-Belem work program at COP 29: Emilie Beauchamp explains the complexity behind these talks and unpacks seven key questions that negotiating countries should address along the way.

Explainer November 8, 2024

Climate Finance: Elevating voices from the Global South

Climate finance experts from India, Indonesia, South Africa, and Brazil share their country perspectives to help build awareness on the climate finance needs of the Global South.

Webinar November 7, 2024

The WTO and Fisheries Subsidies: Where are we, exactly?

What are the latest developments in WTO fisheries subsidies negotiations, focusing on marine conservation, community impact, and sustainable fishing practices? Tristan Irschlinger offers a comprehensive overview explaining key aspects of the agreement, ongoing discussions, and what’s at stake for global fishery sustainability.

Deep Dive November 6, 2024

Grievance Mechanism – Kigali

To submit a grievance related to the SUNCASA project in Kigali, Rwanda, please follow the instructions outlined below.

Initiatives November 5, 2024