Round Table China COP30: What's China's Role?
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Nov 21, 2025 Steve Hatherly, a climate policy expert with insights into COP processes, joins the discussion on China's critical role in COP30. They explore the significance of the Paris Agreement's anniversary and the urgency of tackling the emissions gap. Steve highlights China's domestic efforts, including green industry transitions and innovative urban projects. The podcast also delves into China's international climate cooperation and its groundbreaking clean cooking stove initiative in Tanzania, linking climate action to improving livelihoods.
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COP30’s Shift From Rules To Results
- COP30 shifts from rule-making to delivering tangible climate results, with a focus on keeping warming near 1.5°C.
- The conference highlights finance shortfalls and the need for more ambitious nationally determined contributions.
Pledges Fall Short Of 1.5°C
- Even if all current pledges are met, temperatures could rise 2.5–2.8°C, well above the Paris target.
- Scientific indicators like greenhouse gas concentrations and ocean heat continue reaching record highs.
Strengthen And Submit Ambitious NDCs
- Countries must submit stronger NDCs and increase ambition to narrow the emissions gap.
- Policymakers should prioritize both mitigation and adaptation to meet global goals.