
COP27 Recap & Looking Ahead To COP28
As COP27 begins to fade away from memory, it’s important to reflect and note down some of the significant achievements that came out of the conference and to set our eyes on the upcoming COP28.
As COP27 begins to fade away from memory, it’s important to reflect and note down some of the significant achievements that came out of the conference and to set our eyes on the upcoming COP28.
The US Supreme Court has limited EPA’s authority to regulate greenhouse gases, but leaves open options for the EPA to fight climate change. The ruling came as part of a series of rulings led by the new conservative supermajority. The basis of the ruling was the “major questions doctrine” which leaves other regulations potentially vulnerable.
Land use change refers to the change in function of an area of land. Since the 1960s, demand for food has resulted in an unprecedented rate of land use change. Land conversion for agriculture is a key driver of the current climate emergency.
Democratic Senator Joe Manchin said in an interview for Fox News on 19th of December that he could no longer support the BBBA, taking the White House by surprise. Manchin revived hopes in March by proposing a new approach which would have sufficient funding for climate provisions from the BBBA The clock is ticking for the Democrats with the Midterm elections in November, which could potentially result in Republican control over the US Congress.
The BBBA encourages energy efficiency and renewable energy while reforming fossil fuel leasing.Special attention is paid to vulnerable communities and to encourage domestic productionThe BBBA chooses incentives in the form of tax credits to promote renewable energy production rather than regulations.
This article sets out the details of COP26: who is hosting; the venue; the targets of this COP and the potential shortcomings of the UK host.
This article explains the role of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Is COP just a summit? The COP summits are accompanied by complementary, side events which enhance the attendants’ experience.
An interview with Jan Kairel Cabalona Guillermo on behalf of COY.
The COPs team at ClimaTalk set out how to attend COP26 and how to get involved with the surrounding events organised by various governmental and grassroots organisations.