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Big polluters may muddy the waters again at COP
The report by Kick the Big Polluters Out, a global coalition of more than 450 environmental and civil society organisations, said representatives of major fossil fuel companies, Big Tech, industrial agriculture and food industries have accessed the climate talks through various routes.
"Very salient": UN climate chief backs PM Modi's remarks on clean energy cushioning India against oil price shock
UN climate chief Simon Stiell has endorsed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks that clean energy investments helped India withstand the oil price shock, calling them "very salient". Stiell also welcomed India's Green Energy Corridor, emphasising the role of renewable energy, stronger electricity grids and battery storage in protecting economies.
Wars, energy security reshape global climate debate at COP31
COP31’s Leaders’ Summit highlighted a shift in how climate action is being viewed, with governments increasingly linking it to economic and energy security amid geopolitical tensions, wars and rising energy costs. Leaders warned that weaker international cooperation and competing priorities around tariffs and security could undermine efforts to curb emissions, while UN officials stressed that climate action can help ease inflationary and fiscal pressures. With nearly 70 heads of state and government attending, the summit also underscored the growing importance of climate finance and international cooperation.
Climate finance, trade likely to be on COP31 table
COP31, scheduled to occur in Antalya from November 9-20, will address significant climate finance and trade issues. Discussions include the funding developed countries owe to developing nations for climate change adaptation. The African Group aims to formalize financial support strategies and assess funding needs for climate initiatives. Additionally, proposals regarding the impact of climate-related trade measures on developing countries have been put forward.
Nations get moving on Paris Climate Accord, but the pace is slow: UNFCCC
The reports assess the progress countries have made towards tackling climate change and achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. Countries are investing in the clean energy transition, adapting to the impacts of climate change and building resilience, and there are international financial flows to climate action, the reports said.
BRICS parliamentary forum condemns Pahalgam attack, calls for UN reforms
The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum took place in New Delhi, gathering legislative leaders from various member nations. Delegates emphasized the need to reform the United Nations for more effective global governance while condemning terrorism and unilateral sanctions. The forum expressed concern over regional conflicts, urging resolutions based on human rights and humanitarian law.
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Goyal reminds developed countries of $100 bln climate finance pledge, says 'haven't seen nickel or dime of that'
Union Minister Piyush Goyal addressed the Berlin Global Dialogue, criticizing developed nations for unmet climate finance commitments. He highlighted the disparity in carbon emissions between developed countries and India. Goyal pointed out the failure of developed nations to support climate initiatives in vulnerable regions. India, representing a large population, is still committed to a rapid green energy transition.
India set to meet 2030 green goals, but UN issues a global warning
India is expected to meet its 2030 and 2035 climate targets due to ambitious renewable energy initiatives. The UN report highlights the global emissions gap, which needs urgent addressing to limit warming. Current policies may lead to a temperature rise of 2.8 degrees Celsius, indicating insufficient global commitment. However, India's actions stand out, with projects such as the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme showing promise.
At Pre-COP31, Bhupender Yadav calls for closing climate gaps, fulfilling Paris Agreement commitments and accelerating implementation
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav addressed COP31 priorities during the Pre-COP31 meetings in Fiji. He highlighted the need for bridging knowledge gaps and fulfilling climate obligations effectively before upcoming conferences. Yadav conducted bilateral talks with UN officials, focusing on significant climate priorities such as adaptation and climate finance.
India’s bid to keep carbon cash home as Europe adds a new trade cost
India’s exporters face new carbon costs under the EU’s CBAM, which took effect in January 2026. For carbon-intensive industries such as steel and aluminium, this could pressure export competitiveness, prompting India to build a domestic carbon market and invest in cleaner technologies.
Global renewable capacity hits record 693 GW addition in 2025: IRENA
Global renewable power capacity expanded by a record 693 GW in 2025, taking total installed renewable capacity to 5.15 TW, according to IRENA. The pace has narrowed the gap to the COP28 goal of tripling renewable capacity by 2030, but the world remains short of the target. Rising electricity demand from cooling, AI and data centres is also limiting the displacement of fossil fuels, which still accounted for 86% of global energy in 2025.
India's climate priorities gain voice at UN Human Rights Council
Climate finance for vulnerable communities and adaptation was discussed at the UN Human Rights Council. RSKS India called for finance linked to human rights and greater adaptation support. They proposed a Global Climate Finance Passport to track funds from donors. India is strengthening climate resilience as a key development priority.
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitions
BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more representative global order. The document outlines India's 2026 chairship priorities, recognises partner countries' contributions and calls for greater participation of Emerging Markets, Developing Countries and Least Developed Countries in global governance.
BRICS nations resolve to remain committed to aims of Paris Agreement
BRICS leaders on Saturday reaffirmed their commitment to the UN climate framework and Paris Agreement, calling for stronger action on mitigation, adaptation, loss and damage and climate finance. They urged measures to address developing countries’ debt burdens and opposed unilateral, punitive and protectionist climate measures such as carbon-border-adjustment mechanisms.
India knows where extreme weather is coming. It doesn’t know what it will cost
India’s climate risks are increasingly becoming macroeconomic shocks, affecting food prices, infrastructure, power demand, productivity and public finances. Yet the country lacks systems to quantify what is exposed, estimate economic losses and price risk effectively. The op-ed argues for asset-level exposure registers, audited loss data and forward-looking disaster financing.
Nepal-China flash flood disaster exposes fragility of Hindu Kush Himalayas: UN climate chief
A glacial collapse and flash flood near Nepal and China border occurred. UN climate chief Simon Stiell highlighted mountain environment fragility and climate risks. Scientists and local communities have warned about the Hindu Kush Himalayas' huge risk. A warming climate makes such tragedies more likely and severe globally.
'We welcome India's Candidacy to host COP 33 in 2028': BRICS declaration
BRICS leaders have backed India’s proposal to host the 33rd UN Climate Change Conference (COP33) in 2028. The endorsement came during the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, where leaders also reiterated their united commitment to the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Billionaire Bloomberg to fund UN climate body after US withdrawal decision by Trump
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg announced Thursday that his foundation will step in to fund the UN climate change body after President Donald Trump declared the United States would withdraw from the Paris Agreement for the second time. Bloomberg's intervention aims to ensure the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) remains fully funded despite the United States halting its contributions.
What is Cop27 and why is it important? Details here
In Egypt, world leaders, environmentalists, and activists are gathering to discuss strategies for securing the planet's future and all the causes regarding climate change and how to protect it at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27).
India submits updated NDC to UNFCCC, says it's a step towards net-zero by 2070
In a cover letter accompanying the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) document submitted to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) on August 23, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said India's NDC does not bind it to any sector-specific mitigation action or obligation.
The Right Climate
The strengths and limitations of options for graduation based on 'objective' criteria such that countries could move between categories or 'graduate' - an option provided by the UNFCCC - are discussed. Countries could also choose to join another club (e.g., the G20), self-elect into categories or differentiate among themselves implicitly by accepting different commitments and actions.
ISA, UNFCCC ink pact to fight climate change
"The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today at COP26 to collaborate and support the Parties in the implementation of ambitious national action in line with global efforts," an ISA statement said.
India set to exceed voluntary emissions-cut target
In its third biennial update report (BUR-III), submitted to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) recently, India declared that its emission intensity (per unit of GDP) had reduced by 24% between 2005 and 2016 and, therefore, it was "on track to meet its voluntary declaration to reduce the emission intensity of GDP by 20-25% from 2005 levels by 2020".
Tata Power's 120 MW Zambia project gets UNFCCC approval
The proposed project activity involves installation of Greenfield 120 MW Hydro Power plant in the Central Province of Zambia.
No legally binding climate change agreement under UNFCCC: Government
"The national action plan on climate change (NAPCC) was released in June 2008 to outline India's strategy to meet the challenge of climate," Prakash Javadekar said.
Switzerland becomes first country to submit its climate action plan ahead of Paris talks
Showing the world how to move forward in chalking out climate action plan, Switzerland on Friday became the first member country to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to submit its Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) ahead of the Paris climate talks, committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% relative to 1990 levels by 2030.
Don’t overplay Copenhagen Accord, says de boer
In a clear indication that the UNFCCC views the Copenhagen Accord as nothing more than a reference document, executive secretary Yvo de boer has asked countries "not to overplay" the accord.
Climate: All stick to pre-Accord stands
Key players - United States, China and the European Union - involved in the formulation of the Copenhagen Accord have sent in their emission reduction commitments and actions submission to the UNFCCC.
Nothing official about 'Hagen Accord: UNFCCC
Mr de Boer’s clarification does little to dispel doubts over how the accord can be operationalised, especially on key issues like finance, technology and deforestation.
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