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COP28 in UAE: Why is the world focused on 2.7 degrees F rise in temperature? Know what this number means

The rise in the earth’s temperature has been a cause of worry. The average global temperature has witnessed a rise of 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit. This rise may seem a small number but it is impacting the earth with more severe natural disasters.

COP28 initiates smooth start in Dubai: Agreement on agenda and Loss and Damage Fund proposal

The COP28 presidency team has also been able to secure an agreement among negotiators to approve the proposal for the Loss and Damage Fund at the opening plenary. A development that delegates in Dubai believe would add to the positive momentum over the next two weeks of talks.

COP28: Not either/or. We need everything, everywhere, all at once!

There is little doubt that economic growth has helped pull billions of people out of poverty over the last seventy years or so. On the flip side, growth is also linked to increasing use of energy, materials, and thereby global warming. It is increasingly becoming clear to policymakers that economic growth, social balance, and ecological well-being cannot be seen under the same lens

UAE climate talks: Focus on fast action to reduce methane emissions

The UN climate talks in the UAE are expected to see intense negotiations on methane. The UAE, hosting this year's climate talks (COP28), is also expected to announce a commitment from major oil and gas companies to reduce methane leakage.

Documents show UAE aimed to pursue gas deals ahead of COP28, BBC says

An investigation by the BBC and the Centre for Climate Reporting (CCR) suggests that the United Arab Emirates, host of COP28, planned to discuss potential natural gas and commercial deals ahead of the U.N. climate talks. Leaked documents, allegedly prepared for COP28 President-designate Sultan Al Jaber for meetings with at least 27 governments, included talking points to advance the interests of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and petrochemicals.

PM Modi to visit Dubai to attend World Climate Summit

At the summit, PM Modi is expected to highlight India's ambitious climate agenda and related issues. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be travelling to Dubai, the UAE from November 30 to December 1 at the invitation of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and the ruler of Abu Dhabi, to attend the World Climate Action Summit," the MEA said. The World Climate Action Summit is the high-level segment of the COP28.

Skyscraper-studded Dubai has flourished during regional crises. Could it benefit from hosting COP28?

Dubai has achieved another record-breaking feat with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, spanning 122 square kilometers and symbolizing the city's commitment to becoming carbon-neutral by 2050. This ambitious solar project underscores Dubai's penchant for large-scale endeavors, contrasting with its reputation for excesses like towering buildings and vibrant nightlife.

Heat is on UAE to deliver at COP28

The United Arab Emirates, the host of COP28, faces challenges in achieving climate goals due to its dependence on oil resources and its inability to reduce emissions. The conference, which returns to Asia after five years, will focus on balancing energy transition and economic transformation with sustainable development and alternative energy sources.

UAE convenes pre-COP talks to garner backing for climate agenda

Less than a month before the UN climate conference, COP28, hosted by the UAE in Dubai, the country organized a critical pre-summit ministerial consultation, known as the pre-COP, to fine-tune its agenda and garner political support. In an exclusive interview, Minister Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, designated COP28 president, emphasized India's crucial role as a climate action partner and lauded its leadership in the G20.

India pitches for loss & damages fund (LDF) ahead of COP 28

India is pushing for the inclusion of developing nations, including itself, in the Loss and Damages Fund (LDF) discussions at COP 28, arguing that not only small island and least developed nations are affected by climate change. The LDF allocation is a contentious issue, with developed and developing countries at odds over its management, and it will be a crucial topic for COP 28.

Climate 'loss and damage' dominates UAE talks ahead of COP28

Preliminary talks ahead of COP28 in Dubai have focused on establishing a "loss and damage" fund to aid poorer nations affected by climate change. About 70 ministers convened in Abu Dhabi to discuss details before the upcoming UN climate summit. The loss and damage fund was a significant outcome of COP27, but the specifics need to be worked out, including the fund's structure, beneficiaries, and contributors.

UAE launches it first commercial-sized wind project ahead of UN climate summit

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched its first commercial-sized wind project in an effort to boost renewables ahead of hosting the COP 28 climate summit. The 103.5-megawatt project, run by Masdar, will power over 23,000 homes annually and help reduce carbon emissions by 120,000 tons per year, equivalent to removing 26,000 cars from the roads.

UAE's Jaber says oil, industrial firms to commit to decarbonization at COP28

More than 20 companies in the oil and gas sector and heavy industry have committed to reducing emissions at the upcoming COP28 climate summit, according to the summit's president, Sultan al-Jaber. Over 60 top executives from various industries, including oil and gas, cement, and aluminum, have agreed to cut carbon emissions. Al-Jaber did not provide further details but said the commitment would be transparent and measurable.

UAE is fully committed to playing pivotal role in advancing climate action: Envoy

The roundtable discussions reaffirmed the COP28 UAE’s aim to disrupt business-as-usual climate approaches, unite around decisive action, and achieve game-changing results in an inclusive manner, bolstering the UAE’s call to the world to Unite. Act. Deliver.

UK supports UAE, looks forward for strong participation and engagement at COP28: Envoy

On UK's participation at COP28, Edward Hobart said, "There will be very strong British participation at COP28. We've been strong contributors at all COPs up to the one that we chaired two years ago in Glasgow. So we'll have many of our leaders as well as British companies, British investors, British scientists and experts contributing to COP28."

PM Modi says India, UAE will keep working closely for global good, shares highlights from his visit

After concluding his official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared a video bearing highlights from his trip to the Gulf nation and said both the countries will continue to work closely for global good.

PM Modi assures India's full support for UAE's COP-28 presidency

The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, more commonly referred to as COP28, will be the 28th United Nations Climate Change conference, held from November 30 until December 12 at the Expo City, Dubai.

Building trust key to meet climate goals: COP28 CEO

The UAE is pursuing a solutions-based approach. “How do we recreate the idea that we can bring everybody around a more optimistic vision of what the future could look like? And how do we craft a pathway or directions in which we need to go for the next 70-year period to achieve the Paris Agreement?” said Adnan Amin, CEO of COP28. His answer is simple: trust among countries.

Mukesh Ambani named as member of advisory committee of COP28

Mukesh Ambani, CEO of Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries, has been selected as a member of the international advisory committee for the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28). The panel features 31 experts from across the global south who are policy makers, finance executives, and sustainability leaders, among others.

'Conflict of interest': Fossil fuel firm CEO is president-designate of UN climate talks; India extends support for successful COP28

Over 80,000 delegates, 140 heads of state to attend COP28 in Dubai next year: Minister

Al Jaber, who is the minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and the UAE's special envoy for climate change, highlighted the importance of the UAE hosting the Conference of the Parties and said COP28 will be an important global event coinciding with the country's national day and will be held at Expo City Dubai.

Dubai ruler says UAE to host COP28 climate conference in 2023

"We will put all our capabilities to make the conference a success. The UAE will remain committed to global climate action to protect the planet," said Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, who also serves as prime minister of the UAE.

Egypt to host COP27 international climate conference next year

At the summit on Thursday, Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Special Envoy for Climate Change congratulated Egypt, highlighting that the UAE will cooperate with partners everywhere to identify lessons learned in order to achieve effective results, Gulf News reported.