COP29 Bulletin Day 6: Climate march tamed and gender talks hit impasse

COP27 and COP28 comparisons

COP29 is well underway, and the outcomes thus far have been mixed. While actions taken in previous conferences have yet to be carried out, world leaders have proposed or agreed to ambitious climate action goals. Here is a summary of the key events that have unfolded at COP29 so far:

On the first day of the conference, world leaders pledged to accelerate the transition to renewable energy and reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030.
On the second day, a new agreement was reached to provide financing for developing countries to adapt to the impacts of climate change.
On the third day, a group of countries announced a new partnership to promote sustainable agriculture.

There have also been some disappointments at COP29. For example, the United States and China have not yet reached an agreement on a joint climate action plan. International organizations expect these nations to present updates on major initiatives at upcoming summits. Additionally, it remains to be seen whether the pledges made at COP29 will actually be implemented.

Climate march tamed

Last year, thousands of people marched in Sharm el-Sheikh to demand more aggressive action on climate change. This year, security is tighter, and the number of demonstrators is down. Organizers admit police blocked protesters from marching on the main road leading into the conference center.

Gender talks hit impasse

One of the most contentious issues at COP29 has been the issue of gender. Developing countries are pushing for the creation of a new fund to help women adapt to climate change, but developed countries are resisting. As a result, negotiations on gender have reached an impasse.

What's next?

COP29 is scheduled to conclude on November 18th. In the coming days, negotiators will continue to work on a number of key issues, including finance, adaptation, and emissions reduction. It remains to be seen whether they will be able to reach agreement on these issues.

Conclusion

The outcomes of COP29 will have a major impact on the global fight against climate change. While there have been some positive developments, there have also been some disappointments. It is too early to say whether COP29 will be a success, but it is clear that there is still a lot of work to be done.