New Zealand faces potential funding increase as COP29 sets climate finance target
At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, a new funding target was established for developed countries to support developing nations in reducing fossil fuel use. The target is set at $300 billion annually by 2035, which many attendees criticized as inadequate. New Zealand currently contributes $235 million per year, based on a previous target of $100 billion. Experts indicate that New Zealand's contribution will likely need to increase after 2026, when the current commitment ends. The overall goal for climate funding is $1.3 trillion annually, highlighting a significant gap. Many developing nations expressed concerns that the new target does not meet their needs for transitioning away from fossil fuels.