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MSc. Information Systems, UCD | Climate Ambassador at An Taisce | Reviewer at UN Environment Program
COP29 Azerbaijan Baku: Did the Climate Negotiations Move the Needle? 🌍🔍 In November, Baku became the global battlefield for our planet's future. But did we make real progress, or just shuffle papers? 🤔 🔑 COP29: The Highlights That Matter Carbon Markets: A Decade-Long Breakthrough After years of diplomatic chess, countries finally established groundbreaking rules for international carbon trading. Game-changer or just another bureaucratic exercise? 💱 Methane: The Silent Climate Threat 30+ countries signed a landmark methane reduction declaration Nearly $500M pledged to combat this potent greenhouse gas A small step or a giant leap? 🌱 💡 Innovation Alert: Baku Harmoniya Climate Initiative Empowering farmers with climate adaptation strategies. Not revolutionary, but definitely intriguing. 🚜 🌐 Country Commitments Spotlight Brazil's Bold Move 59-67% emissions reduction by 2035 Ambitious deforestation targets Will they deliver? UAE's Nature-Driven Approach 47% emissions reduction by 2035 Planting 160 million mangroves Innovative or performative? 🤔 The Real Question: Momentum or Stalemate? As Oliver Camp from Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition said: "Momentum was neither gained nor lost, just maintained." COP29 wasn't a revolution, but it wasn't a failure. It was a steady stride in the climate action marathon. 🏃♀️ What's YOUR take? Did COP29 give you hope or leave you wanting more? Drop a comment and let's spark a conversation! 💬 #sustainability #environment #networking #environmentalmanagement #innovation #technology