At the upcoming UN climate summit, top officials emphasize the urgent need for increased climate finance to combat climate change.
Andrew Freedman reports for Axios.
In short:
- The summit, termed an "enabling COP," aims to significantly boost climate finance and set ambitious emission reduction goals.
- UN climate official Simon Stiell highlights the necessity of transitioning from fossil fuels to renewables, requiring substantial financial investment.
- Stiell's speech in Baku marks a strategic shift, underscoring the next two years as critical for climate action.
Key quote:
"The action we take in the next two years will shape how much climate-driven destruction we can avoid over the next two decades, and far beyond."
— Simon Stiell, UN climate official
Why this matters:
This summit is pivotal for global health, as it addresses the financial underpinnings essential for mitigating climate change's impact. The outcomes will influence our ability to preserve a healthy environment, a cornerstone of public health and safety.
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