President Lula wants to “gradually reduce” Brazil’s dependence on oil and gas. In 60 days, his government will present guidelines for a roadmap to achieving this goal. Experts say that the plan will only be credible if it addresses Brazil’s own oil production and provides sensible financing measures.
By Alexandra Endres
There are plans for 279 new LNG projects worldwide that could generate ten billion tons of CO₂ by 2030. Despite a COP decision to move away from fossil fuels, fossil fuel infrastructure continues to be expanded.
By Bernhard Pötter
A COP decision on a fossil fuel phase-out allegedly failed due to resistance from many countries, the COP Presidency said in Belém. However, research shows that the number of opponents was enormously overestimated.
By Bernhard Pötter
The conference in Belém showed that COPs bring little return for maximum effort. This is because the dynamics of the climate crisis are now being driven by the economy, the courts and disasters. To remain relevant, climate policy must become more political again.
By Bernhard Pötter
