Key Takeaways from COP24
Key Takeaways from the Climate Change Conference COP24 to move forward in climate action as the Paris Agreement is set with its Rulebook to be implemented.
Sam Goodman
Gore Blasts Trump Administration, Polish Coal Production at Katowice
Former Vice President Al Gore highlighted the urgent need to transition to a sustainable future on Tuesday at climate conference COP24.
Activists, Trump Administration Clash Over U.S. Energy Future
Tensions between climate activists and Trump Administration officials were on display at this year’s United Nations climate conference in Katowice.
Polish Government Stifles Dissent, Detains, Deports Activists
The Polish government has prevented at least 14 civil society representatives from participating in the climate conference, highlighting the need for human rights.
#SamNosCuenta: ‘Bolsonaro, We are Not Afraid’
The election of Bolsonaro in Brazil has set a sinister tone at COP24. Bolsonaro, who has threatened to withdraw from the Paris Agreement.
#SamNosCuenta: ‘Cultural Marxists’ Advance Climate Talks
Brazil Maintains Low Profile at COP24. Participants at the Climate Conference make an effort to highlight Brazil’s environmental legacy and oppose Bolsonaro.
#SamNosCuenta: Climate Conference Kicks Off with Sense of Urgency
This year’s climate conference (COP24) kicked off Sunday in Katowice, Poland with a feeling of urgency and with the participation of many heads of state.
Brazil on Course for Catastrophe
The future of environmental governance in Brazil is likely headed toward a dark place when voters go to the polls on October 28 in the second round of the presidential election with Social Liberal Party (SLP) candidate Jair Bolsonaro holding an 18 point lead over Workers’ Party (PT) candidate Fernando Haddad.
Argentina’s Climate Agenda Compromised by Expanding Fracking Frontier
Argentina’s commitment to the goals set forth by the Paris Agreement and its reputation as a regional climate leader stands to be compromised by the rapid expansion of shale oil and gas development in the nation’s interior.
The Deplorable Climate Agenda of Jair Bolsonaro
Last week’s attack on far-right candidate and congressman, Jair Bolsanaro, has plunged Brazil’s upcoming presidential election into chaos and enhanced the prospects of a dangerous candidate who has expressed deplorable views and promotes an anti-environmental agenda.
