World leaders gathered at COP31 in Antalya, Turkey. UN chief António Guterres urged a tax on oil and gas company windfalls. Marshall Islands' president warned the world we know is over without urgent action. African countries' proposal to triple adaptation finance was left off the agenda, and the US has no official presence.
Why it matters: Climate finance decisions affect vulnerable countries.
World leaders gathered in Antalya for COP31. UN chief António Guterres urged a windfall tax on oil and gas firms, saying fossil fuels 'must go the way of the dinosaurs'. Leaders from the US, China and India skipped. The Marshall Islands president warned of worsening floods. Turkey is pushing an electrification goal.
Why it matters: The talks decide how fast countries cut fossil fuel use, with costs for energy and vulnerable islands.
World leaders spoke at COP31 in Antalya, Turkey, though some big names were absent. Turkey is pushing a voluntary goal to raise electricity to 35% of global energy use by 2035. African countries question how it would be financed. Greta Thunberg urged leaders to put people first.
Why it matters: Decisions here shape how countries cut fossil fuel use.
The UN climate summit opened in Antalya, Turkey. UN climate chief Simon Stiell said high fossil fuel prices spread inflation. Scientists expect 2026 to be the hottest year on record. A projection says fossil CO2 emissions will fall 0.4% in 2026.
Why it matters: Decisions on climate money and energy affect every country's costs and emissions.
Nearly 200 countries meet in Antalya on Monday for two weeks of climate talks. Goals are under pressure from war and AI energy demand. The host wants progress people can see is real. A strong El Niño looms.
Why it matters: Decisions here shape climate finance and emissions targets worldwide.
The Paris deal's 1.5C goal has been missed. COP31 opens Monday in Antalya, Turkey, which pushes electrification. The UN says nearly 90 million displaced people live in high climate-risk countries.
Why it matters: Talks decide how fast countries cut emissions.
A UN report warns climate adaptation funding is far below needs. The UN refugee agency says about 90 million displaced people live in countries highly exposed to climate hazards. Japan's prime minister will skip the climate summit in Turkey.
Why it matters: Poorer countries get less help to cope with climate harm.
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