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By the time I left Baku, the technical negotiations on the NCQG had concluded, and ministerial negotiations were set to begin in the second week, taking place behind closed doors for observers. While I hoped that countries reached an ambitious agreement on the NCQG by the end of COP, my greatest hope was that climate justice be reflected in the outcome. Only then can we begin to close the gap between the pledges and tangible impacts.
Read MoreWhen the Environmental Studies Department sent out an email announcing the opportunity to join the Tufts/Fletcher delegation heading to COP29, I immediately applied. I was eager to visit Azerbaijan, a region I had never been to before, and to experience the cultural diversity that arose from nearly 200 countries coming together. Most importantly, I was looking forward to learning from leaders from across disciplines, weaving together different perspectives to find solutions to tackle the climate crisis in a just and equitable manner.
Read MoreIndigenous peoples are increasingly referring to a phenomenon called “green colonialism.” The term finds its roots in the recurrent injustices indigenous peoples face today, at the behest of the energy transition.
Around 42% of the land and biodiversity are governed by Indigenous peoples. The accelerated deployment of renewable energy technologies like solar and wind power requires a massive land surface. However, Indigenous peoples have been frequently marginalized, especially in efforts to take control of their lands or other natural resources for economic prosperity
Read MoreThese are only three of the many necessary initiatives for Latin America’s sustainable future. In this pursuit, governments, private sector and NGOs all have their own roles to play, all contributing to a shared goal of sustainable development. The region has the opportunity, through innovative policies and intersectoral cooperation, to establish itself as a sustainability leader, transcending mere newspaper headlines.
Read MoreIn recent years, the Motagua River has become a massive flow of garbage. Every year, about 40 million pounds of trash are dumped into the river, creating enormous environmental and health concerns. However, there are initiatives underway to clean up and restore the Motagua River.
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