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** Countdown to COP 28: Everything you need to know, all in one place
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This year’s UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28 ([link removed]) ) in Dubai is a pivotal moment for strategic decisions and meaningful outcomes to avoid the catastrophic consequences of climate change.

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Kicking off next Thursday, this COP will see the conclusion of the inaugural global stocktake—a critical opportunity to assess progress in achieving the Paris Agreement's objectives on climate mitigation and adaptation. All eyes will also be on the highly anticipated Global Goal on Adaptation, as well as how negotiators address the need to phase out fossil fuels.

Check out IISD’s Inside COP 28 ([link removed]) page to get up to speed on what’s happening. We’ve got helpful FAQs ([link removed]) on what to watch for, expert analysis on emerging developments, and links to our COP 28 side events ([link removed]) (including the return of our popular Halfway Point Webinar ([link removed]) ). Also, remember to bookmark the IISD-ENB COP 28 page ([link removed]) , where you can find daily reports on the negotiations, summaries of what's being discussed “in the corridors,” and photographs of everything from policy-maker huddles to civil society demonstrations.

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** If Not Now, When? Ambitious energy package is a must
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As COP 28 approaches, all eyes are on the energy sector. Amidst a striking 91% of global CO2 emissions originating from fossil fuels, the world is watching for an ambitious energy transition package at this year’s COP. We share five key areas ([link removed]) where governments need to step up.

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** The Global Stocktake Must Send a Strong Message on Adaptation
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The conclusion of the first-ever global stocktake will assess the current state of global climate action. What signals can it send to countries to strengthen adaptation and resilience in the next 5 years? We've got some ideas. ([link removed])

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** Transforming Food Systems to Address Climate Change
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Failure to radically change how we produce and consume food will mean almost certain failure to keep global warming under 1.5 °C. But COP 28 offers an opportunity to change course ([link removed]) . Want the 90-second hot take instead? Watch our video ([link removed]) .

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