‘The Virus Is Spreading’: A Conversation With Harjeet Singh at COP24
A veteran climate finance expert explains the funding questions that could make or break the Paris rulebook.
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Should Corporations That Pollute Have Any Influence at Climate Summits?
Corporations with large carbon footprints tend to undermine global efforts to solve the climate crisis, according to climate advocates.
Climate Finance Increased After the Paris Agreement
There are concerns that the boost may be short-lived as populist governments shun climate aid.
What Influence Will Populism Have on the U.N. Climate Conference?
Experts argue that the political structure of populist nationalism makes introducing policies to reduce, or mitigate, emissions in democracies difficult.
Young Activists Offer Their Climate Demands at COP24: ‘We’re Fighting. Where Are You?’
While climate negotiators meet behind closed doors, climate activists have put out their own set of demands.
Electric Aviation Is Poised for a Revolution—and It’s About Time
Replacing gas-guzzling planes with electric ones could put a real dent in global emissions—if we can get them in the sky fast enough.
Viewfinder: Coal Miners Gather in Poland
Coal miners from Poland's Pniowek coal mine carry a painting of Saint Barbara on Barbórka, their annual day of tribute to Barbara, from the mine to their local church on December 4th, 2018, in Pawlowice, near Wodzislaw Slaski, Poland.
The Simplest Climate Action You Can Take Is in the Kitchen
American climate action might be stymied at the federal level, but there's one place you can still make a major difference: on your plate.
‘Act Now With Courage and Resolve’: What Leaders Are Saying at COP24
A news digest from day two of the United Nations climate conference, in quotes.
‘There Is No Plan B’: COP24 Kicks Off in Poland
The global climate summit kicked off in Poland over the weekend, with climate leaders stressing the need for urgent action.