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COP 28: A strong start, but many hurdles remain
 

We’re nearly halfway through COP 28 and a lot has happened—though some will argue, not enough. On the one hand, we’ve seen nearly 200 countries come together on a historic deal to help the world’s most vulnerable regions tackle the irreversible impacts of climate disaster. On the other hand, questions loom around the global stocktake and whether the final agreement will include the phase-out or phase-down of fossil fuels. It can be hard to keep up with developments, but we’ve got you covered.
 
Tune in to the Earth Negotiations Bulletin (IISD-ENB) Halfway Point Webinar tomorrow, where experts will share an easy-to-grasp summary of what’s happening, with time for questions at the end.

In the meantime, check out our Inside COP 28 hub, with helpful FAQs, expert analysis on emerging developments, and links to our COP 28 side events. Plus, remember to bookmark the IISD-ENB COP 28 page, where you can find daily reports on the negotiations, summaries of what was being discussed “in the corridors,” and photographs of everything from sweaty policy-maker huddles to civil society demonstrations.

IISD expert Jeffrey Qi on why the global stocktake matters

New COP 28 insights from our experts:

Survival Guide for New and Lonely Climate Negotiators

Climate negotiations continue at the same unrelenting pace as the climate impacts they hope to avert. This new guide aims to support negotiators overwhelmed by the complexities of the subject and the process.

How the UNFCCC Can Tackle Fossil Fuel Subsidies

In 2022, world governments provided a record USD 1.3 trillion in fossil fuel subsidies. COP 28 could be a turning point for action on this front—our experts reveal what needs to happen.

Four Key Elements to Ensure an Effective Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA)

Discussions on the GGA have been advancing swiftly over the past 2 years, but some difficult conversations have been left to the last minute. Here’s what needs to happen for it to succeed.

Advancing Resilient Food Systems, One Step at a Time

A first-of-its-kind leaders’ declaration gives long overdue recognition to the role of food systems in addressing climate change, but progress has stalled in the global stocktake decision text. Our expert reflects on how climate, food security, and nutrition matter for our health.

Keep checking back and follow us on X, LinkedIn, and YouTube, where our experts are sharing insights from the inside, all the way to the finish line.

We’ve also been busy ramping up work outside of COP 28 on a number of sustainable development priorities:

Can Carbon Capture Help Reduce Global Emissions?

New analysis warns that carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology has a poor track record, capturing minimal emissions at high cost.

CETP Members Must Prioritize Clean Energy Finance

While Clean Energy Transition Partnership members have made progress restricting international public finance for fossil fuels, at COP 28, civil society is demanding a shift of funds to clean energy.

France and Germany Formally Leaving the ECT–What Will the United Kingdom Do?

A decision from the UK to leave the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) would be a boost to Europe’s energy transition, IISD’s Lukas Schaugg told Politico Pro, with France, Germany, and Poland all formally exiting the treaty this month.

Unpacking The U.S. Foreign Pollution Fee Act

Learn about the complexities of the bill, concerns about its administrative challenges, excessive discretionary powers, and perceived emphasis on geopolitical interests over climate protection.

Parental Leave Policies Changing the Mining Sector

Parental leave is critical to enabling women’s participation in the mining sector. A new brief from the IGF analyzes policies and emerging trends in 12 countries.

Farmers Deserve Greater Say in Sustainability Standard Governance

Farm and factory workers are at the heart of what sustainability standards do to improve value chains—so should they be given greater influence over how they are governed?

Meeting Food and Nutritional Needs in a Changing Climate

The need for food systems transformation is clear, but what does it mean in practice? These three policy measures can help global leaders meet food and nutritional needs while building climate resilience.

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