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UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has revealed plans for the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance during COP29, which aims to double global energy efficiency rates by 2030 and also...

November 16, 2024

ADB to Boost Climate Lending by $7.2 Billion with First-Ever U.S., Japan Guarantees

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to increase its climate-related lending. This follows an agreement between the United States and Japan to underwrite risks for existing loans....

November 13, 2024

Shortfall in Climate Adaptation Funds

In 2022, developed countries provided $28 billion for climate adaptation. This amount is lower than the $359 billion needed annually. Despite the increase of $6 billion, the funding...

November 9, 2024

Adaptation Gap Report 2024

The Adaptation Gap Report 2024 marks the urgent need for enhanced climate adaptation efforts globally. Vulnerable nations face increasing climate impacts. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) stresses...

November 9, 2024

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