Climate talks enter last day with no agreement in sight on fossil fuels

The United Nations-led COP28 summit, which aims to address the phase-out of fossil fuels, faces a stand-off between countries that want a rapid transition away from fossil fuels and those that oppose it. The release of a draft agreement calling for a reduction in the consumption and production of fossil fuels has angered countries that insist on a commitment to phase-out. The draft agreement has sparked debates on red lines and a new draft is expected.

Dec 12, 2023 - 16:30
Climate talks enter last day with no agreement in sight on fossil fuels
The United Nations-led COP28 summit, which aims to address the phase-out of fossil fuels, faces a stand-off between countries that want a rapid transition away from fossil fuels and those that oppose it. The release of a draft agreement calling for a reduction in the consumption and production of fossil fuels has angered countries that insist on a commitment to phase-out. The draft agreement has sparked debates on red lines and a new draft is expected.