The Guardian logo
Al Jazeera logo
The Hill logo
27 articles
·7M

Nations Reach $300 Billion Climate Deal at COP29, but Critics Decry Insufficient Commitment

During COP29, a $300 billion climate funding agreement was reached, criticized by developing nations as inadequate amid pressing climate challenges.

Overview

A summary of the key points of this story verified across multiple sources.

At COP29 in Azerbaijan, nations agreed to a $300 billion annual funding deal for developing countries to combat climate change, but the sum falls short of the $1.3 trillion requested. Despite being an increase from the previous $100 billion goal, developing nations voiced frustration with insufficient support and a lack of firm commitments to phase out fossil fuels. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres expressed disappointment, while critics labeled the agreement as inadequate. Key proposals for transitioning away from fossil fuels were not explicitly repeated, raising concerns about future climate action effectiveness.

Content generated by AI—learn more or report issue.

Pano Newsletter

Get both sides in 5 minutes with our daily newsletter.

Analysis

Compare how each side frames the story — including which facts they emphasize or leave out.

Analysis unavailable for this viewpoint.

Articles (27)

Compare how different news outlets are covering this story.

Center (13)

No highlight available for this article.

COP29: Landmark $300bn for poorer nations in climate deal
BBC NewsBBC News·7M·
Center
This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

No highlight available for this article.

Now in overtime, UN climate talks continue
NPRNPR·7M·
Center
This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

History

See how this story has evolved over time.

  • 7M
    BBC News logo
    Associated Press logo
    ABC News logo
    4 articles
  • 7M
    Truthout logo
    Al Jazeera logo
    TIME Magazine logo
    5 articles