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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…

While Indigenous Peoples are gaining greater recognition and participation in environmental processes, their influence over decision-making, implementation and financing continues to be 'fragmented', according to a new report by Nia Tero.

Indigenous Peoples have limited influence in environmental decision-making, report finds

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While Indigenous Peoples are gaining greater recognition and participation in environmental processes, their influence over decision-making, implementation and financing continues…

With wildfires continuing to wreak havoc across France, Spain and other parts of Europe, UN Climate Change executive secretary Simon Stiell has said that escalating extreme weather warrants further action to curb the use of fossil fuels.

UN Climate Change chief: climate alarm is ‘blaring’ amid continued wildfires

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With wildfires continuing to wreak havoc across France, Spain and other parts of Europe, UN Climate Change executive secretary Simon…

Renewable electricity generation recorded its fastest growth to date in 2024, increasing by 9.8%, compared to 1.4% for non-renewable generation, new data from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has revealed.

Renewable electricity generation recorded its ‘fastest growth ever’ in 2024

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Renewable electricity generation recorded its fastest growth to date in 2024, increasing by 9.8%, compared to 1.4% for non-renewable generation,…

Early domestic climate action could help India reduce the economic risks associated with carbon border pricing measures introduced by major trading partners

Early intervention could help India reduce economic risks from carbon border pricing

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Early domestic climate action could help India reduce the economic risks associated with carbon border pricing measures introduced by major…

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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…