Cop30 delegates ‘far apart’ on phasing out fossil fuels and cutting carbon

COP30 negotiations in Brazil are ongoing as divisions persist over a draft proposal that does not include a phase-out of fossil fuels. Delegates from over 190 countries are struggling to reach a consensus, with significant disagreements on climate finance and emissions reduction strategies.

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has requested to serve his 27-year prison sentence under house arrest. This request comes after his conviction for allegedly inciting a coup following his defeat in the 2022 elections.

COP30 negotiations have extended beyond their scheduled end as nations remain divided over fossil fuel policies. The discussions, taking place in Brazil, have faced significant challenges, including a fire that disrupted last-minute efforts to finalize a global climate agreement. The ongoing disputes highlight the complexities of reaching a consensus among nearly 200 participating countries.

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André Corrêa do Lago, the president of COP30, has expressed concerns that the climate summit may conclude without a deal, urging the preservation of the Paris Agreement. As the final day of negotiations unfolds, an informal plenary is currently assessing the state of discussions, with significant divisions remaining among participating countries.

At COP30 in Belem, disputes over phasing out fossil fuels threaten to extend the UN climate summit beyond Friday. The latest draft deal by Brazil omitted any mention of fossil fuels, drawing criticism from France, Germany, and Colombia, while China, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and India rejected it outright. UN Secretary-General António Guterres remains optimistic that a compromise can be reached.

COP30 summit president Brazil released a draft text for a proposed deal for this year's U.N. climate summit, omitting a previous proposal for a global plan to transition away from fossil fuels. This contentious issue has sparked debate among nearly 200 participating nations in Belem, Brazil, as fossil fuel emissions remain a leading cause of global warming. In-depth analysis is provided by Alison Sargent with insights from Alia Kajee of 350.org.

A new draft text from the Cop30 climate talks has been released, omitting any mention of a fossil fuel phase-out roadmap. This comes despite threats from 29 nations to block any agreement that does not include such a commitment. The leaked letter from these nations escalates tensions as the summit approaches its conclusion.