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COP29 | Monday , November 11 . 2024

Bold Climate Accord

Historic COP28 Accord Accelerates Global Climate Action

COP28 concluded with a landmark agreement by 198 Parties , ushering in a new era of climate action with the adoption of The UAE Consensus .

This ambitious text sets out a comprehensive climate agenda to maintain global warming within 1.5 ° C , emphasizing the transition away from fossil fuels , encouraging economy-wide Nationally Determined Contributions ( NDCs ), and setting targets to triple renewables and double energy efficiency by 2030 . Additionally , it aims to reform the global climate finance architecture .
The UAE Consensus , developed through a year of inclusive diplomatic engagements and two weeks of intense negotiations , aligns with the COP28 Presidency ’ s goal to provide a robust response to the Global Stocktake , fulfilling the central aims of the Paris Agreement .
Key Highlights of The UAE
Consensus :
• Fossil Fuel Transition : The agreement includes an unprecedented reference to transitioning away from all fossil fuels to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 . This marks a significant step forward in global climate commitments .
• Nationally Determined Contributions ( NDCs ): Parties are encouraged to submit economy-wide emission reduction targets , reflecting a significant enhancement in the expectations for the next round of NDCs .
• Climate Finance Reform : The consensus builds momentum for financial architecture reform , recognizing the role of credit rating agencies and calling for a substantial scale-up of concessional and grant finance to support climate action . Cop 29
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