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COP28: Key Takeaways From the Annual Climate Conference in Dubai

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The first global stocktake, Article 6, carbon markets, new finance pledges, and the loss and damage fund formed the major developments at this year’s conference. Between November 30 and December 12, 2023, Dubai hosted the...more

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Shaping the Future: Unraveling the Impact of COP27 and Anticipating the Path Forward at COP28

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In an historic turn of events at the 27th annual conference of the parties (or COP) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) hosted by Egypt in November 2022, nations rallied to address the realities of...more

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Preparing for UAE Cop 28: Gulf Countries’ Net-zero and Climate Action Roadmaps

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At the end of 2023, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host the Conference of the Parties (COP), the decision-making body responsible for monitoring and reviewing the implementation of the United Nations Framework Convention...more

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Updates From Week One of COP27: Article 6 Negotiations and US Announcements

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Extensive negotiations focused on finalizing the details of a “rulebook” for an international carbon market under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The 27th annual Conference of Parties (COP27) of the United Nations...more

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COP 27: What We Know So Far

Almost a year ago, we reflected on the outcome of the 26th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), or “COP 26”. COP 26 brought 120 world leaders together to...more

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COP26: Key Takeaways From the Glasgow Summit

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The Glasgow conference was praised as a huge step forward in tackling climate change, but also drew criticism for not going far enough. Between 31 October and 12 November 2021, Glasgow hosted the 26th annual Conference...more

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Five Takeaways from the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26)

Reflecting back on the 26th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), or “COP26,” it may well become known as the “Pledge and Commitment COP.” Governments,...more

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COP26 Briefing List

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This briefing brings together, in a single easy-to-navigate directory, the statements, declarations and announcements made by governments and organizations during COP26. COP26 was the 26th Conference of the Parties to the...more

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COP26 and the Global Race to Net Zero

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World leaders and delegates are meeting in Glasgow for the next round of climate change negotiations at the twenty sixth Conference of the Parties ("COP26") being held from 31 October to 12 November, following a year-long...more

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Climate Commits Of The US Heading Into COP26

On Monday morning, as world leaders arrived in Glasgow for the first day of the 26th Conference of the Parties, the Biden-Harris administration announced a series of new actions to address the climate crisis at home and...more

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COP26 — What to Watch for at the UN Climate Change Conference

This U.N. Climate Summit is the most anticipated since Paris six years ago. The private sector is playing a heightened role in driving the momentum for shaping the agenda and likely outcomes. Once again, lasting impact is...more

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The ICC Releases Report on Resolving Climate Change Disputes through Arbitration

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The International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) has just released its Report on “Resolving Climate Change Disputes through Arbitration” (the “Report”). The long-awaited Report is the result of almost two years of work by the...more

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G20 Advances Climate and Energy Action Plan for Growth

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On 8 July 2017, the G20 summit in Hamburg issued a Climate and Energy Action Plan for Growth (the Plan). The Plan reaffirms the commitment of the countries (excluding the United States (US) — which announced its intended...more

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How Will Brexit Impact Environmental and Energy Law?

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Following the recent UK referendum result, attention is now turning to the legal implications for specific policy areas. While the overwhelming majority of the UK’s environmental legislation is derived from EU...more

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LNG In Morocco

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Morocco is currently implementing important changes to its energy mix, which may provide interesting opportunities in the LNG sector. This article presents a brief overview of the origin of the national development plan for...more

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Changing Climate: What The Paris Accord Means For China

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In December 2015, nearly 200 countries reached a historic agreement in Paris to limit greenhouse gas emissions in hopes of curbing global warming. Law360's Expert Analysis special series looks at the impact the agreement will...more

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The Paris Agreement on Climate Change – Implications for Africa

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The historic 21st annual meeting (COP21) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Paris in December 2015 resulted in the Paris Agreement (Agreement) which goes further than any previous climate...more

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China Demonstrates Increasing Commitment to Addressing Climate Change and Air Pollution Challenges

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In the past few weeks, China has taken major steps to revamp its air pollution and climate change policies, domestically and internationally. On September 25, 2015, China entered into a Joint Statement with the United States...more

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