Ahead of the first ever high-level ministerial roundtable on just transition, to be held at COP28, Antonina Scheer, Tiffanie Chan and Setenay Hizliok outline a blueprint to drive discussions with national policymakers on priority areas for connecting climate ambition with social justice. Read more
The author of this paper outlines five aspects to guide future research on NDCs as a governance instrument including the crucial distinction between exploring potential NDC functions based on submissions during the negotiation process and examining the actual NDC functions based on the adopted Paris rulebook and empirical observations. Read more
In this commentary, Julie Segal explores the challenges and opportunities of aligning investments with climate change mitigation and adaptation goals, as outlined in Article 2.1(c) of the Paris Agreement. Read more
Strategies that deliver a just transition for workers and communities are increasingly seen as essential to speed progress to net zero. This will involve changes across the financial system, as Nick Robins explains. Read more
As climate negotiations commence in Egypt at COP27, the outlook for securing commitments that rise to the global challenge has worsened. Bob Ward outlines the latest climate assessments from the lead-up to the summit and the urgency of delivering the finance required for climate action. Read more
China’s domestic climate change policy China’s climate change strategy has evolved significantly over the last decade and in September 2020... Read more
China’s climate diplomacy cannot be fully appreciated without recognising its dual identity of both a developing country and a great... Read more
The ‘Daily Mail’ has a long track record of promoting climate change denial. Its coverage of climate change before and after COP26 has been no exception says Bob Ward Read more
The prospects for an ambitious outcome from COP26 have hugely improved, says Pete Betts. He explains his grounds for optimism and the key things to look out for in the run-up to the conference. Read more
Nicholas Stern explains why President Xi’s historic pledge to cut China's emissions to net-zero by 2060 could prove to be a key milestone on the path to a healthier, safer and more prosperous future. Read more
