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COP28 draft is "diplomatic-speak, not science-speak", misses fossil fuel p
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The latest draft urges countries to take action to diminish planet-warming pollution, potentially encompassing reductions in the consumption and production of oil, coal, and gas.
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At COP28, UN chief proposes deal on phasing out fossil fuels
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday proposed a deal at COP28 on phasing out fossil fuels, telling negotiators that "now is the time for maximum ambition and maximum flexibility," as UN climate talks in Dubai head into the home stretch, UN News reported.
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Indian Forest & Wood Certification scheme launched to promote sustaina
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change has launched the 'Indian Forest & Wood Certification' Scheme, which offers voluntary third-party certification designed to promote sustainable forest management and agroforestry in the country.
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Climate change has significant, direct impact on global labour market: In
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Moustapha Kamal Gueye, Coordinator of the Green Jobs Programme at the International Labour Organisation (ILO), said that climate change has a significant and direct impact on the global labour market.
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COP28 is about empowering human capital, uniting diverse stakeholders: Chi
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The COP28 Presidency designated a dedicated day to focus on the crucial role of food, agriculture, and water systems in addressing climate change, a major step forward, according to Lucy Wallace, Chief of Staff at EIT Food and lead for the secretariat of the Food Systems Pavilion at COP28.
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UAEU organises seminar on water security under conditions of climate chang
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The UAE University (UAEU) hosted a seminar titled "Water Security under Climate Change Conditions in the UAE: Challenges and Opportunities" in cooperation with Trends Research Advisory at COP28 in Expo Dubai.
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COP28 surpasses expectations with daily successes: UAE's Permanent Represe
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The Permanent Representative of the UAE to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Nawal Al Hosany, said that the 28th United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP28) has exceeded expectations in terms of financial commitments and global pledges that support global climate and en
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Egyptian Pavilion at COP28 hosts session on food security in light of clim
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Food and economics experts from Egyptian universities participated in a stimulating discussion on various topics related to maintaining food security amid climate change. They explored subjects such as the economic impact of climate change on food systems, importance of plant genetic resourc
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Still offtrack to limit global warming to 1.5-degree despite COP28 climate
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The results reveal that the commitments would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 4 gigatonnes, which is less than one-third of what is now needed to keep global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
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COP28 solidifies efforts aimed at climate course correction: UNECA
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
James Murombedzi, Senior Climate Governance Expert at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), said that the 28th United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP28) is of particular importance as it marks the first time that the Paris Agreement is being reviewed through the G
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COP28: Bahrain announces 30 pc reduction in emissions by 2035, zero carbon
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
During its participation in the 28th United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP28), the Kingdom of Bahrain announced its commitment to the national carbon neutrality strategy that aims to reduce carbon emissions by 30 per cent by 2035 and reach zero carbon by 2060.
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Chile's pavilion at COP28 presents effective initiatives, solutions to add
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The Pavilion of Chile at COP28 is presenting effective initiatives and solutions that are making a significant contribution to addressing the effects of climate change.
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