Controversial COP28 Climate Agreement Draft Omits Fossil Fuel Phase-Out, Drawing Criticism

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Dec 11

The latest draft of the COP28 climate agreement has removed the call to phase out fossil fuels, replacing it with a broader call for countries to reduce planet-warming pollution. This change has led to criticism from more than 100 countries and climate experts who argue for stronger language and concrete timelines. The controversial summit has been further embroiled in a dispute due to the United Arab Emirates' appointment of Sultan Al Jaber, the head of its state-owned oil company, as the head of the talks, with some critics highlighting the conflict of interest.

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