India joined 62 other nations in voting in favour of the world’s first-ever global carbon tax on the shipping industry, a landmark decision adopted by the United Nations’ shipping agency in London on Friday, PTI reported.The measure, passed after a week of intense negotiations at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), aims to cut greenhouse gas…
The UK government’s decision to cut its overseas aid budget has raised serious concerns about its ability to meet climate finance commitments made to developing nations. Experts warn that the move could significantly impact vulnerable countries struggling with climate change and environmental crises. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a reduction in the UK’s…
Amid continuing debate on how much emission countries need to cut to hit the Paris Agreement goal, the survey pointed at unfulfilled promises of rich nations on climate finance and said the “shortfall” may lead to a “reworking” of climate targets.The statement indicated developing nations may not opt for ambitious mitigation (emission reduction) goals during…
