How cutting methane can slow climate change…
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Cutting Methane Emissions Can Have a Big Impact on Climate Change
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The United States, European Union and other major economies recently announced a new pledge to cut global methane emissions by 30% by 2030. Why is reducing methane emissions so important? Methane is the second most abundant greenhouse gas and raises global temperatures at a rate 86 times faster than carbon dioxide. This new goal — which is expected to be finalized at COP26 — can help curb this dangerous climate super pollutant. Read more.
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Cutting methane emissions can help limit near-term temperature rise, and improve air quality and health. Photo by Chris LeBoutillier/Unsplash
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Voices of the Vulnerable: The ACT2025 Podcast
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In WRI’s new podcast miniseries — The ACT2025 Podcast — we hear what people living in the world’s most climate-vulnerable countries want from COP26 in Glasgow. The series will explore what’s needed to secure an ambitious, just and equitable outcome at COP26 and beyond. Each episode covers a specific topic: ambition, the Paris Rulebook, adaptation, finance and loss and damage, and spotlights the voices of climate leaders, including youth activist Ineza Grace and environmental policy expert Tony La Viña. Listen now
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Entrepreneurs in Africa Need Resources to Restore Degraded Land
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Landscape restoration entrepreneurs in Africa can generate innovative change, but only with access to predictable and affordable funding. Currently, while funders have committed over $16 billion to restore Africa’s degraded land, most of the money doesn’t reach the people on the ground who do the hard work of land restoration. It’s time to close the funding gap and ensure locally run restoration projects receive funding that can help restore 100 million hectares of land by 2030. Read more.
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What’s Happening at COP26? Stay Up to Date on WRI’s Climate Summit Hub
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COP26 takes place from October 31-November 12 in Glasgow, UK. Are you looking to stay up to date on developments ahead of and throughout the negotiations? Check out WRI’s new COP26 Resource Hub, where WRI’s experts are tracking developments, sharing insights, and providing resources to unpack what’s at stake and critical areas for progress. Our articles, research and events will help you better understand the issues and know what is happening. Explore the Hub
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Land Accelerator South Asia 2021 Impact Days
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