- COP29 (2024): The Loss and Damage Fund was operationalized, with pledges rising to $759 million. Developed nations committed to channeling at least $300 billion annually into developing countries by 2035 for climate action. However, this fell short of the $1.3 trillion annual target demanded by developing nations ¹ ².
3 - Neutral: I am neither satisfied nor dissatisfied; progress has been mixed or insufficient.
- COP28 (2023): The Loss and Damage Fund was launched, with initial pledges of over $700 million.
4 - Satisfied: I am reasonably satisfied with the progress and outcomes.
- COP27 (2022): A deal was reached to create a fund to help poor countries being battered by climate disasters, marking a diplomatic win for vulnerable nations.
4 - Satisfied: I am reasonably satisfied with the progress and outcomes.
- COP26 (2021): The Glasgow Climate Pact was agreed, with countries committing to phase down coal power and inefficient fossil fuel subsidies.
2 - Dissatisfied: I am not satisfied with the progress and outcomes.
- COP25 (2019): Negotiations on Article 6 (carbon markets) broke down without agreement.
2 - Dissatisfied: I am not satisfied with the progress and outcomes.
These outcomes reflect a growing recognition of the need for collective action to address the climate crisis, particularly in supporting vulnerable nations dealing with loss and damage