Tag: International Relations
Fixing Climate COPs: Improving Voting Rules for Effective Change
Introducing Voting Rules for Effective Change at COPsAmidst the ongoing climate crisis, the need for significant reform within the COP process has never been more urgent. Dr. Joanna Depledge, a research fellow at the...
Advancing U.S. Interests Abroad through Climate-Focused Foreign Aid
USAID: A Beacon of Hope for Climate ActionIn a world grappling with the devastating impacts of climate change, the role of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) cannot be overstated. This humanitarian...
Solving Water and Sewage Issues: Border Agency Collaborates with Mexico
Water and Sewage Issues Along the U.S.-Mexico BorderEL PASO, Texas—Water and wastewater problems persist along the U.S.-Mexico border, affecting farmers, residents, and environmentalists. From the Rio Grande Valley to Imperial Beach, California, issues range...
Global Collaboration Needed to Address Climate and Biodiversity Challenges
Global Collaboration Vital to Address Climate and Biodiversity ChallengesAs global temperatures continue to rise due to the burning of fossil fuels, researchers and policymakers have been advocating for solutions like the installation of renewable...
Navigating the Impact of the U.S.-China Rivalry on Global Climate Progress
U.S.-China Rivalry: Impact on Global Climate ProgressIn recent years, the economic landscape of the world's rich countries has undergone a significant shift. Driven by supply chain disruptions from the Covid-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions...
Iran’s Opposition to Production Curbs in UN Plastics Treaty
Iran's Opposition to Production Curbs in UN Plastics TreatyIran, a key player in the global plastics industry, is standing firm against proposed production curbs in a potential UN plastics treaty. This move has sparked...
COP29 Recap: Key Events and Outcomes Explained
The COP29 UN climate change conference in Baku concluded with a mix of hope and disappointment as key outcomes were met with both praise and criticism. From a new $300 billion yearly climate finance...
