A surprisingly hopeful African perspective on the UN climate summit that ended last week. «COP28 was a major step forward. It will be looked back on as a significant moment in the history of humanity’s attempt to shift our trajectory from one heading for climate breakdown, to one powered by clean, renewable energy that ensures a prosperous and safe future for all.»

From Weekly Filet #470, in December 2023.

Climate summit shifted world view on fossil fuel

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