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World Bank reform: many visions, not enough capital

At their annual meeting, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund agreed on reforms for more climate action: New visions, easier lending, voluntary contributions from states and private individuals. But for the time being, the necessary capital and more say for developing and emerging countries are not forthcoming.

By Bernhard Pötter

epa10909922 Spain's Third Vice President and Minister for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, Teresa Ribera (L) and the Commissioner for Climate Action of the European Union, Wopke Hoekstra (R), hold a press conference after a meeting at the Ministry's headquarters in Madrid, Spain, 9 October 2023.  EPA-EFE/Sergio Perez

COP28: EU opts for confrontation with oil states on CCS

Late Monday evening, the EU ministers defined their negotiating mandate for the UN climate conference in Dubai at the end of November. The role of CCS will be significantly restricted. However, the EU countries rejected a higher climate target (NDC).

By Lukas Knigge

How climate change is discussed in China

In China, the fear of climate change doesn't translate into activism. Instead, the government offers hope through technological solutions. Nevertheless, the population is left with a diffuse fear in the face of extreme weather conditions, which finds outlets in other areas.

By Fabian Peltsch

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How World Bank projects damage the climate in Pakistan

The World Bank and the IMF plan to achieve climate-friendly global development. But a newly published report raises doubts. Three NGOs criticize: The example of Pakistan shows how the involvement of these financial institutions often exacerbates the climate crisis in the Global South. The current reform proposals also follow a false logic.

By Goswami Urmi