Union of Concerned Scientists, January 14:
COP29 and What’s Next for Int’l Climate Policy
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This past November, world leaders gathered at the United Nations annual climate talks (COP29) with the main goal of securing an ambitious climate finance agreement, alongside reaffirming that nations will take meaningful steps to cut emissions and transition away from fossil fuels as was agreed upon last year.
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) invites you to join a virtual discussion to learn more about our efforts to highlight scientifically necessary outcomes at COP29, how we engaged on the ground during these contentious international climate negotiations and called out the malign influence of fossil fuel interests, and where we go from here—including the impact of the incoming Trump administration which has threatened to exit the Paris Agreement.
COP29 and What’s Next for International Climate Policy
Date: Tuesday, January 14
Time: 4:00–5:00 p.m. ET / 1:00–2:00 p.m. PT
Register for the webinar today.
Coming into COP29, multiple scientific studies showed that funding on the order of $1 trillion per year would be needed to help low-income nations cut emissions, adapt to mounting climate impacts, and address loss and damage. Studies also showed that the global emissions trajectory remains far off track, with the world facing a projected 2.6-3.1°C increase in global average temperatures above pre-industrial levels without urgent corrective action.
The final COP29 deal falls well short of what’s needed, with just $300 billion annually from a variety of sources by 2035 with richer nations making no firm commitment on a specific amount they would offer in public finance. Fossil fuel interests permeated COP29, and their push to maintain massive profits from oil and gas also showed in the flawed final outcome.
UCS experts will share reflections on how the negotiations played out regarding climate science, policy, and corporate influence, and the environmental and climate justice implications—register today.
Thank you to the Henry Kendall Society for hosting this webinar!