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COP29: Climate Funding Deal, But Challenges Remain

The COP29 climate summit concluded with a landmark agreement to triple annual funding for developing nations' climate initiatives.

Reaching the $300 billion annual target by 2035 represents a significant increase, but still falls short of expert estimates.

Independent assessments highlight the necessity of at least $1.3 trillion annually to effectively mitigate climate change.

The deal's reliance on private sector involvement to cover the shortfall raises concerns about its long-term feasibility and effectiveness.

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Original: The New York Times (Science)

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#Climate Change #COP29 #Climate Finance #Developing Countries #International Relations

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