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The loss and damage fund was adopted at COP27. At SB58 in Bonn, negotiations on its design will take place. Harjeet Singh of Climate Action Network International criticizes the delaying tactics and "half-hearted efforts" of wealthy states. Singh argues that the fund must be based on the "polluter pays principle" and hold those responsible for the climate crisis responsible. He calls for a redirection of fossil fuel subsidies and progressive taxes on shipping and aviation.
By Redaktion Table
Rising sea levels pose an existential threat to the Maldives. The country's ambassador to the EU, Omar Abdul Razzak, is therefore calling for easier access to financing, especially for adaptation measures. It is currently receiving less support than emission reductions. The interview was conducted by Claire Stam.
By Claire Stam
Companies and governments around the world are continuing to expand fossil fuels, jeopardizing the Paris climate goals, says a recent study by the Climate Action Trackers, exclusively available to Table.Media. A successful COP28 in Dubai is also doubtful because the host country continues to back oil and gas.
By Bernhard Pötter