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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nPlease keep an eye on another blog by Hannah & Anna for an overview of the final outcomes of the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 29th summit of 197 countries cannot take place without major disagreements and setbacks. For example, the new target of mobilizing 300 billion US dollars by 2035 does not seem satisfactory for developing countries in terms of climate finance. In addition, the reduction of fossil fuel subsidies was not addressed at this COP. Re-evolution of the Lima work project and more gender mainstreaming strategies are needed.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The drawbacks directed and indeed highlighted new issues that need to focus on the next COP in Brazil!<\/p>\n\n\n\n For instance, global energy storage and grids: Continue the commitment to expand global energy storage to 1500GW by 2030 and improve grids, which are critical to tripling renewables and decarbonizing energy. On the other hand, on our opinion the next COP should focus on the implementation of Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, including the development and approval of crediting methodologies to ensure the integrity and transparency of carbon markets.<\/p>\n\n\n HAMMAD: <\/strong>Attending COP29 in Baku as a Master’s student in Global Change Ecology was eye-opening. The high-level negotiations in the Blue Zone provided a behind-the-scenes look at climate policy development. Navigating this fast-paced environment was both fascinating and overwhelming. Conversely, the Green Zone was more accessible, with interactive exhibits and panel discussions on grassroots climate action and technological advances. A highlight was networking with scientists, policymakers, and activists, especially at the Pakistan Pavilion, where I discussed my country’s climate resilience efforts. An outstanding event was a roundtable discussion at the Action on Food Pavilion with farmer representatives, members of Save Soil, and experts from the Ocean Pavilion. It highlighted the need for policies that link agriculture and ocean conservation, ensuring food security while protecting natural resources. Including farmers in climate discussions is crucial, as they bear the brunt of climate impacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n WRISHAV:<\/strong> In spite of all the administration and the series of multiple events at the COP, I personally got overwhelmed at first, but at the same time I enjoyed the whole 4 days more and more as I got used to it. My first day was very smooth thanks to my colleague Hammad and his effort to describe the different venues to me as he has previous experience. Later, I found myself very excited about the side events in the pavilions. In fact, it was an honor to participate in several group discussions with many scientists and experienced scholars and to listen to their perspectives at the same time. The side event discussions are an absolute place to discover your interest and network with many scientists after the event is over. The negotiations were hard to follow, but watching some of the most controversial paragraphs, i.e. Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, being created and modified in the specific way under the guidance of the think tanks of the countries is exciting. I highly doubt my perspective on the processes of these big agreements if I couldn’t watch this.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Being part of the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP) of the UNFCCC was an absolute honor for us as GCEs. Witnessing the clever arguments and negotiations of 197 countries under one huge roof is clearly an experience of a lifetime. Not only the high-profile negotiations, but also the side events associated with pavilions of […]<\/p>\n\n
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In a nutshell: <\/h3>\nToo many cooks spoil the broth<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Green energy zones and corridors: Promoting regional and international cooperation on renewables and electricity infrastructure, while ensuring that gas infrastructure expansion is curbed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/globalchangeecology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1-768x1024.jpeg\")
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