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"Ten years on from the landmark
Paris Agreement, countries have taken big
strides in limiting emissions and the clean energy transition is accelerating
rapidly. But geopolitical headwinds are growing and the damage bill for climate
pollution is rising. Climate action hangs in the balance.
Next week, these issues will come to a head as negotiators gather in Brazil for
COP30, the 30th annual global climate talks. This year’s talks could be
pivotal, as all countries were due to set more ambitious targets to cut
emissions. Will the world double down on the clean energy transition – or will
momentum stall and fossil fuel interests win out?
Australia has a larger role than its size and clout might suggest. After two
decades as one of the world’s worst climate laggards, the new national
emissions target compares favourably with much of the developed world.
Australia is also bidding to host the next COP talks with Pacific nations.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has attracted some criticism over his decision
not to attend the summit. But Climate and Energy Minister Chris Bowen will be
there, alongside dozens of negotiators and experts from Australia and the
Pacific.
The outcome is uncertain. But for the first time in years, Australia will be a
leader in working towards a consensus on a managed transition away from fossil
fuels."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
