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Feature

Suriname announces world's first carbon trading with forest credits

Some developing countries remove carbon from the atmosphere through large carbon sinks in the form of forests. This is why the Coalition for Rainforest Nations intends to sell carbon offset credits to other nations under the Paris Climate Agreement. But it is doubtful whether this will benefit the climate.

By Lisa Kuner

Feature

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

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Feature

Green Climate Fund: (Only) 9.3 billion for climate financing so far

The Green Climate Fund is intended to help developing countries reduce emissions and adapt to climate change. In Bonn, the fund was replenished with fresh money today. For the time being, however, the total amount is still lower than the last replenishment of the Green Climate Fund.

By Lukas Knigge

Ken Ofori-Atta, Axel van Trotsenburg
Opinion

A new financing pact for climate-vulnerable countries 

How can the global financial system be made climate-friendly? From Oct. 9–15, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund will also be discussing this question at their annual meeting in Marrakesh. The situation in Africa is particularly urgent. Four proposals to help the continent.

By Redaktion Table