The UAE, the host of the previous COP28 climate summit, together with Azerbaijan and Brazil, the forthcoming hosts for the UN climate summits, announced a united effort to raise climate ambitions on Tuesday.

This collaboration aims to foster a sense of continuity and momentum in the battle against climate change. The three nations have committed to form a “troika” that will concentrate on ensuring more ambitious CO2 reduction targets. This initiative will serve as a platform for the three presidencies to collaborate on various activities up until COP30, thereby raising ambition across all pillars of climate action.

Why It Matters

The UAE’s COP28 presidency emphasized the need for a collective approach to tackling the challenges posed by climate change. The formation of this troika signifies the commitment of these nations to work together in maintaining progress, locking in continuity, and anchoring the implementation of climate change mitigation strategies.

Azerbaijan will host COP29 from November 11-22, 2024, and Brazil will host COP30 from November 10-21, 2025.

What Are Its Goals

A critical objective for this year’s COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, is establishing a new global target for climate finance aimed at aiding developing nations. However, eyes are already turning to the 2025 summit in Brazil, which is expected to be a pivotal moment for global climate diplomacy. By then, nearly 200 countries will need to present updated national strategies for cutting CO2 emissions.

The urgency is underscored by the looming deadline for the next round of climate targets, considered a last opportunity to avert global temperatures rising beyond 1.5C. With greenhouse gas emissions still on the rise, this target is increasingly at risk.

The commitment of these nations to unite and raise climate ambitions shows the urgency of the situation and the need for global cooperation.

This groundbreaking initiative by the three COP summit hosts is a significant step towards supporting Mission 1.5C, an initiative aimed at limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. By maintaining momentum and ensuring continuity in efforts to combat climate change, the three nations aim to foster a sustainable future for all.

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