COP28 in Dubai: The crucial issues of the energy transition and the reduction of CO2 emissions
COP28, which will be held from November 30 to December 12 in Dubai, will be a key event in the fight against climate change. This conference will focus on the crucial issues of the energy transition and the reduction of CO2 emissions.
A key goal of COP28 will be to measure countries’ progress toward meeting the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. Keeping global temperature rise well below 2.0 is critical. °C compared to pre-industrial levels. This assessment will make it possible to take urgent measures to reduce CO2 emissions and stimulate investments in the ecological transition.
A major debate at this conference will focus on the future role of fossil fuels. It is crucial to find solutions to gradually move away from the use of coal, oil and gas, which are large emitters of CO2. Some countries, such as the United States and the European Union, insist on phasing out fossil fuels, but they face resistance from some countries, including Russia.
At the same time, COP28 will focus on emerging technologies to capture and store CO2 emissions. The UAE, as a fossil fuel-dependent economy, wants to emphasize these technologies. However, it is important to ensure that these technologies are not used to justify the continued use of fossil fuels.
The promotion of renewable energies will also be a central subject at COP28. Ambitious targets for tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030 will be proposed. This proposal, supported by the European Union, the United States and the UAE presidency of COP28, will be an effective way to reduce CO2 emissions and promote a sustainable energy transition.
Finally, the question of financing the fight against climate change will be addressed at COP28. Developing countries will need considerable sums of money to adapt to the effects of global warming. It is crucial to find adequate financing solutions, with a fair contribution from developed countries.
The COP28 in Dubai will therefore be a crucial event for the energy transition and the achievement of climate objectives. This conference will provide an opportunity to take stock of progress made and take concrete measures to reduce CO2 emissions and support developing countries in their fight against climate change. It is time to act collectively for a more sustainable future.