In April, the first conference on phasing out fossil fuels will be held in Santa Marta on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. The focus will be on practical implementation rather than further negotiations. Between 40 and 80 countries are expected to take part.
By Lisa Kuner
15 and 40 years after the Fukushima and Chernobyl nuclear disasters, politicians and some sections of industry are promising a massive expansion in nuclear energy to meet climate targets. However, a lack of industrial capacity, companies and funding means it is simply not going to happen.
By Bernhard Pötter
The first conference on phasing out fossil fuels is conceived as a forum for countries and key stakeholders. Its goal is to reduce economic dependence on fossil fuels and strengthen international cooperation in support of a just transition.
By Lisa Kuner
Die erste Konferenz zum Ausstieg aus fossilen Brennstoffen wird als Forum für Länder und Interessengruppen geplant. Sie soll wirtschaftliche Abhängigkeiten überwinden und internationale Zusammenarbeit für einen gerechten Übergang fördern.
By Lisa Kuner
At the upcoming COP31 climate conference, IRENA wants to present a concrete roadmap for phasing out fossil fuels. The proposal, which is based on cooperation with the Turkish and Australian COP31 presidencies, is intended to support the implementation of the climate targets.
By Urmi Goswami
The call for a global roadmap away from fossil fuels came as a surprise on the agenda for COP30. While it did not prevail, it highlighted the resistance and generated action. We can build on this.
By Jennifer Morgan
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
