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Global temperatures are set to cross the 1.5°C global warming threshold within the next few years, but limiting the increase and returning below the threshold still remains possible, according to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP).

Global warming threshold set to be crossed, but limiting temperature rise still possible: UNEP

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Global temperatures are set to cross the 1.5°C global warming threshold within the next few years, but limiting the increase…

This year marks the first time since 2024 that the three Rio Conventions will hold their COP meetings in the same year, presenting an unmissable opportunity for businesses to invest in global efforts on climate change, biodiversity loss and land degradation, the UNFCCC has said.

‘Triple COP’ year presents an unmissable opportunity, says UNFCCC

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This year marks the first time since 2024 that the three Rio Conventions will hold their COP meetings in the…

SustainabilityOnline: The Sustainability Brief – 25 August 2026

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With so much happening in the world of corporate sustainability, SustainabilityOnline has introduced The Sustainability Brief – a regular round-up…

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Bonn climate talks end in deadlock over adaptation finance

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The SB64 climate talks, held in Bonn, Germany, have ended with a deadlock among parties over a proposed text on…

A continued dependancy on fossil fuels means "continuing to import inflation and economic instability, while exporting energy security, sovereignty and policy autonomy", UN climate chief Simon Stiell has told the opening of the UN June Climate Meetings (SB64) in Bonn, Germany.

Continuing to support fossil fuels will bring inflation and economic instability, says Stiell

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A continued dependancy on fossil fuels means “continuing to import inflation and economic instability, while exporting energy security, sovereignty and…

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COP31 will need to demonstrate that multilateralism remains resilient, says UNFCC chief

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COP31, which is taking place in Antalya, Türkiye, in November, must demonstrate that multilateral climate cooperation remains strong, despite geopolitical…