At COP27, the German government and Ghana jointly presented the Global Shield against Climate Risks, which is intended to support countries particularly vulnerable to climate damage. Many details are still unclear. Some activists fear a distraction maneuver.
By Alexandra Endres
Negotiation week number two begins in Sharm el-Sheikh – and with it, the decisive round: The ministers arrive and the negotiations come to a head, becoming more confrontational. Money is at the center of the discussions.
By Lukas Knigge
Johan Rockström, co-director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), has been advising COP delegates on scientific issues for years. His conclusion: Many don't understand the urgency to act. He sees "elements of frustration". But giving up is out of the question for him.
By Bernhard Pötter
Negotiation week number two begins in Sharm el-Sheikh – and with it, the decisive round: The ministers arrive and the negotiations come to a head, becoming more confrontational. Money is at the center of the discussions.
By Lukas Knigge
Starting Monday, EU environment ministers and Climate Commissioner Frans Timmermans will be in the mix at the climate conference. They are boasting about ambitious Brussels plans, but they don't have only good news to share. The pressure on Timmermans and his team is great.
By Lukas Knigge
Starting Monday, EU environment ministers and Climate Commissioner Frans Timmermans will be in the mix at the climate conference. They are boasting about ambitious Brussels plans, but they don't have only good news to share. The pressure on Timmermans and his team is great.
By Lukas Knigge
Floods, malaria, displacement: The climate crisis threatens the health of people in many parts of the world. Limiting global warming to below 1.5 degrees is critical, according to Carol Devine and Elisa de Siqueira. From COP27, they expect action on continued greenhouse gas reductions and more resources for health protection.
By Redaktion Table
