The Rachman Review COP28: is the Dubai deal enough for the climate?
Dec 14, 2023
The podcast discusses the COP 28 climate summit in Dubai and the deal reached to transition away from fossil fuels. It explores skepticism and urgency in addressing climate change, debates on achieving the 1.5-degree target, and the role of fossil fuel producers. It also reflects on the flaws of the COP process but emphasizes the importance of global engagement in tackling the climate crisis.
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Historic Fossil Fuel Phase-Out Mention
- COP 28 marked a historic moment by including language calling for fossil fuel phase-out despite opposition from major producers like Saudi Arabia.
- Previous COPs avoided mentioning fossil fuels explicitly until recently, showing a shift in global climate discussions.
Skepticism Despite Language Shift
- Despite supportive language, major fossil fuel producers continue expanding production, creating skepticism about COP impacts.
- Breaking the taboo on mentioning fossil fuels signals governments' shifting public stance on climate crisis drivers.
Small Island States' Powerful Voice
- Small island states are powerful voices at COP due to existential threats from rising sea levels.
- A Samoa delegate voiced displeasure about late agreement inclusion and received a standing ovation.