COP29 nations agree on $460 billion annual climate funding deal for developing countries
At COP29 in Azerbaijan, countries agreed to a new climate financing deal, committing over $460 billion annually until 2035 to help developing nations adapt to climate change. This replaces the previous goal of $100 billion per year, which was met late. The agreement faced criticism, particularly from India, which called it an "optical illusion" that fails to address significant challenges. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres acknowledged the deal as a foundation for future efforts but emphasized the need for timely funding. Additionally, negotiators established new rules for a global carbon credit trading market, aimed at mobilizing funds for climate projects. This framework will allow both countries and companies to trade carbon credits under a regulated system, despite concerns about the quality of these credits.