The Breakthrough Agreement on Loss & Damage Finance Facility at COP27
The fundamental principle guiding international climate politics is that countries that grew wealthy by emitting greenhouse gasses have an obligation to reduce emissions more quickly than those that emit less. It’s particularly well-known that richer countries, usually in the global north, are historically the biggest contributors to global emissions. However, greenhouse gasses don’t limit themselves to national borders; the global climate is affected by emissions everywhere.
Reflections From COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt
It has been more than a month since the closing of the 27th Conference of Parties (COP) to UN Climate Change. From being limited in our organizing opportunities to creatively advocating for change, COP27 was a rollercoaster. Check out a few reflections from Care About Climate members who attended COP27!
Reflections From COP26
It has been more than a month since the closing of the 26th Conference of Parties (COP) to UN Climate Change. COP26 is an emotional experience for so many young people that it often takes time for us to reflect, reconnect, and bounce back after yet another outcome that does not keep 1.5 degrees Celsius alive. Check out a few reflections from Care About Climate members who attended COP26!
What is a frontline community?
Frontline communities experience disproportionate impacts from climate change.
Five Steps to Writing A Land Acknowledgment
A land acknowledgement is a written statement that acknowledges the indigenous peoples on whose land you live. They are small, yet powerful statements that recognize and name indigenous peoples. Learn how to write a land acknowledgement that empowers indigenous peoples through this guide!
Recently, the effects of climate change on the world's water supplies have become more noticeable. The delicate balance of our water systems is being drastically changed as global temperatures rise, precipitation patterns change and extreme weather events increase in frequency and severity. According to C40 knowledge hub, more drought-related disasters have occurred since 2000 than in the preceding two decades, and at least 79 megacities have experienced severe water shortages.