COP30 Summit in Brazil Ends with Climate Accord Amid Discontent
Nearly 200 nations concluded the COP30 climate summit in Brazil with an eight-page agreement aimed at transitioning away from fossil fuels. The accord, however, did not explicitly mention oil, gas, or coal, leading to dissatisfaction among some countries. A voluntary initiative was established to accelerate efforts to limit global warming to 1.5C above pre-industrial levels, as outlined in the 2015 Paris Agreement. The declaration calls for tripling adaptation finance by 2035, reaching approximately $120 billion, but fell short of demands for earlier commitments. Concerns were raised about the lack of significant references to deforestation, despite its prioritization by Brazil's President. The summit highlighted the challenges of multilateral diplomacy in addressing climate change amid geopolitical tensions.
Published 12 days ago • 23 Nov 2025, 12:25 AM IST