The advisory opinions on States’ obligations with respect to climate change delivered by the ITLOS, IACtHR and the ICJ consider many important legal elements that are relevant to the UNFCCC negotiations. Ahead of COP 30, LRI prepared an explainer to brief negotiators on the important findings of three major international courts. This explainer …

The advisory opinions on States’ obligations with respect to climate change delivered by the ITLOS, IACtHR and the ICJ consider many important legal elements that are relevant to the UNFCCC negotiations. Ahead of COP 30, LRI prepared an explainer to brief negotiators on the important findings of three major international courts.

This advice is provided in response to Query 04/25 Query: Paragraph 8 of Decision 1/CMA.6 defines a goal. Paragraph 7 of the same Decision does not mention what the ‘at least USD 1.3 trillion per year by 2035’ figure and target is. What does paragraph 7 define? Could you research how other financial figures/targets/goals have […]

COP 29 was held in Baku from 11 – 23 November, 2024. Our latest summary, co-produced with the LACLIMA team, focuses on key outcomes under the COP and CMA, shedding light on crucial decisions. The COP 29 outcomes document is available in English, Spanish, French and (soon) Portuguese.

This brief document compiles and defines key terms commonly employed in climate negotiations. It serves as a condensed version of a comprehensive guide to climate negotiations terminology, published by IIED and LRI. Both this summary and the full guide are intended as resources to enhance understanding and effective use of language within the context …