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COP29: Suggested funding goal falls short DW 11/22/2024

Developing nations are dissatisfied with proposed climate funding, calling for at least $1 trillion rather than the suggested $250 billion by 2035.

COP29: What is holding back negotiations so far? DW 11/18/2024

Decisive action is urgently needed as negotiations at COP29 face delays, particularly on climate finance, with frustrations mounting after the first week.

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1 month ago

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The World Is Doubling Down on Climate BusinessWith Or Without the U.S.

COP29: Suggested funding goal falls short DW 11/22/2024

Developing nations are dissatisfied with proposed climate funding, calling for at least $1 trillion rather than the suggested $250 billion by 2035.

COP29: What is holding back negotiations so far? DW 11/18/2024

Decisive action is urgently needed as negotiations at COP29 face delays, particularly on climate finance, with frustrations mounting after the first week.

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1 month ago

Bank unveils green loans plan to unlock trillions for climate finance

Public investment can boost renewable energy in developing nations.

Developed countries continue oil and gas expansion, risking climate commitments.

fromSilicon Canals

1 month ago

Key Carbon and InSoil forge 100M partnership

InSoil and Key Carbon partner to invest €100M in regenerative agriculture, targeting carbon dioxide sequestration and financing small farms.

fromBusiness Matters

2 months ago

MP launches bill to make polluters pay for climate damage and resilience

"Despite Reform leaders' vocal opposition to climate action, the polling clearly shows broad support, with 70% of both Reform-leaning voters and the general public favoring higher taxes on polluters."

UK politics

Pacific island states urge rich countries to expedite plans to cut emissions

Rich countries are not adequately addressing the climate crisis, jeopardizing vulnerable nations' safety.

Artificial intelligence

fromInfoQ

How Green is Green: LLMs to Understand Climate Disclosure at Scale

The development of a RAG-based system in climate finance highlights the challenges faced by early-stage startups.

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Environment

fromState of the Planet

Why Climate Finance Is Key

2024 is predicted to be the hottest year on record, highlighting urgent climate action needs.

A new Master's program will equip professionals with skills in climate finance.

Around $30 trillion in global savings can help address climate change effectively.

World politics

5 months ago

Developing world urges rich nations to defy Trump's climate nihilism'

Developing countries urge wealthier nations to act against climate change amid fears that global temperature limits might be irretrievably lost.

Business

China and India should not be called developing countries, several Cop29 delegates say

China and India are increasingly viewed as developed nations, with calls for them to assume more responsibility in climate finance.

Environment

fromState of the Planet

Why Climate Finance Is Key

2024 is predicted to be the hottest year on record, highlighting urgent climate action needs.

A new Master's program will equip professionals with skills in climate finance.

Around $30 trillion in global savings can help address climate change effectively.

World politics

5 months ago

Developing world urges rich nations to defy Trump's climate nihilism'

Developing countries urge wealthier nations to act against climate change amid fears that global temperature limits might be irretrievably lost.

Business

China and India should not be called developing countries, several Cop29 delegates say

China and India are increasingly viewed as developed nations, with calls for them to assume more responsibility in climate finance.

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Pacific Nations Are Tired of Playing the Aid Game. Web3 Might Be the Exit Strategy | HackerNoon

As Einstein allegedly said, "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." This wisdom perfectly captures the current state of economic development strategies in the Pacific region.

Online Community Development

Why it makes sense for wealthier nations to help others decarbonize

COP29's climate finance commitments are inadequate to meet the Paris Agreement's goals, especially for low- and middle-income countries.

fromFortune Europe

Business

UN climate talks end with $300 billion annual pledge. Here are the main takeaways

Business

At Cop29, we must treat the climate crisis with the same urgency as Covid history shows it can be done | Mukhtar Babayev

A new, ambitious climate finance goal is essential for developing countries to combat climate change effectively.

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Cop29 live updates: climate summit gets under way in Baku, Azerbaijan

COP29 in Baku aims to address climate finance and pollution reduction amidst ongoing commitments between rich and poor nations.

Environment

fromNature

4 months ago

Why it makes sense for wealthier nations to help others decarbonize

COP29's climate finance commitments are inadequate to meet the Paris Agreement's goals, especially for low- and middle-income countries.

fromFortune Europe

Business

UN climate talks end with $300 billion annual pledge. Here are the main takeaways

Business

At Cop29, we must treat the climate crisis with the same urgency as Covid history shows it can be done | Mukhtar Babayev

Cop29 live updates: climate summit gets under way in Baku, Azerbaijan

COP29 in Baku aims to address climate finance and pollution reduction amidst ongoing commitments between rich and poor nations.

Trump's Cuts to USAID May Wipe Out Nearly a Tenth of Global Climate Finance

Adverse cuts to U.S. climate aid by the Trump administration threaten international climate finance and development efforts.

NYC startup

fromNew York Post

4 months ago

Democrat-backing fintech executive arrested for allegedly defrauding investors out of $145 million

Joseph Neal Sanberg, a multimillionaire founder of a climate-friendly bank, was arrested for allegedly defrauding investors of $145 million.

European startups

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9 months ago

TSJ Diversified Group, Smart Mountain, Self-employed in Austria: HackerNoon Startups of The Week | HackerNoon

Highlighting outstanding startups in technology categories each week.

TSJ Diversified Group excels in digital marketing and IT solutions.

Smart Mountain focuses on Generative AI for environmental finance.

Self-Employed in Austria supports entrepreneurs with legal and resource guidance.

Poorer nations need $1tn a year by 2030 in climate finance, top economists find

Poor countries require $1 trillion annually in climate finance by 2030 to effectively address climate change challenges.