To support the process of adopting a framework for the Global Goal on Adaptation at COP28, this submission outlines key aspects that need to be addressed in its development. Read more
COP27
International negotiations are a necessary but insufficient part of society’s response to climate change. Looking outside of the forum of COP climate conferences, Rob Macquarie and Eleonore Soubeyran review the vital contribution of voluntary initiatives. Read more
The world will not avoid dangerous levels of climate change without a significant increase in investment. This commentary presents three priorities for climate finance for the achievement of the Paris targets and the protection of the world's most vulnerable communities. Read more
Reflecting on progress made at COP27, this commentary highlights how climate legislation can act as a critical avenue for holding states accountable to delivering their climate commitments. Alongside, litigation can be used to help ensure these laws are enforced. Read more
Australia, The Bahamas, India and Nigeria have all made legislative progress on climate change since COP26. Using data from the Climate Change Laws of the World database, this commentary assesses the impact of these developments in domestic climate legislation. Read more
In this opinion article Bob Ward says that, following a disappointing COP27 climate summit, London needs to take action to... Read more
The UN recently published a report on the net zero commitments of ‘non-state actors’, including businesses and cities. Ian Higham examines the key ways the report’s recommendations advance the net zero accountability agenda and discusses potential pitfalls and possible next steps in global governance of net zero. Read more
In light of the new standards for carbon removal techniques launched at COP27, Josh Burke outlines the risks of treating carbon removals as a homogenous group and the implications for reaching net zero. Read more
COP27 delivered a historic commitment on finance for Loss and Damage. Adeline Stuart-Watt explains what countries agreed to and what to expect next. Read more
