Peter Betts’ posthumous book highlights his extensive experience in climate diplomacy, emphasizing relationship-building and the complexities of global negotiations.
Book review: The Climate Diplomat, by Peter Betts
John Kerry praises UAE’s climate efforts while calling out global inaction
At the 2025 Soft Power Index, John Kerry commends the UAE’s climate leadership while urging global leaders to step up their efforts against climate change.”
COP28: Al Gore in strong criticism of hosts UAE
Former US Vice President Al Gore criticized COP28 hosts, the UAE, for appointing the head of their national oil company as COP president. Gore highlighted that UAE’s greenhouse gas emissions rose by 7.5% in 2022 and questioned the participation and influence of fossil fuel companies in climate negotiation.
Opinion: The US and China must rebuild their climate partnership
Making progress will depend not only on their ability to enhance domestic programmes, but also to cooperate.
A greener life, a greener world 