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COP27 diary (November 16): '$100 billion in climate finance more of gesture from rich countries'

The 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, began November 7, 2022. Here’s a look at what happened on day 10 of COP27 climate talks. The draft text for a cover decision is yet to be produced by the COP27 Presidency as of 7.30 am November 17, leading many to wonder how long discussions will continue to arrive at a consensus on the document once released. Just two days of the summit remain.

IISD in the news November 17, 2022

Everything We Know About Next Year's COP28 in Dubai

With COP27 wrapping up, it’s already time to think about COP28. The effects of the climate crisis are here, and people around the globe are trying to navigate and adapt to these changes and adverse conditions. Learning how to handle these issues is complicated though, which is why it’s important for leaders from around the world to meet up and talk through some solutions. COP28 in Dubai will give us the perfect opportunity to keep working toward our climate goals.

IISD in the news November 17, 2022

If oil and gas companies aren't cutting emissions at peak profits, when will they get in the game?

Canadian oil and gas companies were in Egypt last week for the global climate summit COP27 — among some 636 fossil fuel lobbyists — to position themselves as leaders in industry emissions reductions at an event hosted by the Canadian government.

IISD in the news November 17, 2022

COP 27 Event | Building Capacity to Implement Rights-Based Approaches to Nature-Based Climate Solutions

Hosted by IISD and Global Affairs Canada, this COP 27 event will showcase knowledge and capacity-building products on nature-based climate solutions developed through the Nature for Climate Adaptation Initiative.

Conference November 16, 2022

COP 27 Side Event | Financing the Energy Transition: The dangers of fossil fuel subsidies and false solutions

This COP 27 official side event will provide insights into the trends, challenges, and opportunities associated with ending fossil fuel subsidies in across geographic regions.

Conference November 16, 2022

Many nations join India's call to phase down all fossil fuels

After India suggested a faster phase-down of all fossil fuels and not just coal, the proposal found support from other countries at the U.N. summit held in Sharm el-Sheikh in Egypt, including the European Union and the U.K.

IISD in the news November 16, 2022

Fair and Equitable Treatment: Why it matters and what can be done

This policy brief presents the different types of FET clauses, the problems associated with its application, and the policy options available to policy-makers to preserve states' right to regulate and avoid ISDS claims.

Brief November 16, 2022

COP 27 Event | Global to Local: Innovative financing for scaling adaptation in Africa

The event will involve a panel discussion on frameworks, instruments, experiences, best practices, and capacity needs for African countries to develop and implement innovative and inclusive financing strategies for scaling up adaptation actions on the ground.

Conference November 15, 2022

COP 27 Side Event | Implications of 1.5°C Pathways for Gas Demand and Supply in Europe

Building on a new IISD report, this event will explore the implications of 1.5°C-aligned energy scenarios for phasing out gas consumption and production in Europe.

Conference November 15, 2022

COP 27 Side Event | Paris-Aligned Energy Modelling and Canada’s Climate Ambition

This event will present new research by the International Institute for Sustainable Development on feasible 1.5°C-aligned energy scenarios and their implications for various sectors to inform policy interventions.

Conference November 15, 2022