A Loss and Damage Fund Is Taking Shape at COP Climate Talks
Published On Nov 17, 2024, 5:07 AM
At the recent COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan, a significant fund to assist lower-income countries in dealing with climate-related natural disasters is being established. The fund, named the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage, has seen support from wealthy nations and has already received commitments totaling around $720 million, with Sweden being the latest contributor. Ibrahima Cheikh Diong has been appointed as the fund's executive director and will oversee its function as it begins to disburse aid. This initiative is underpinned by an evolving consensus on the importance of addressing climate impacts on vulnerable countries.