Young activists from across the world expressed disappointment at what they see as empty promises from world leaders.
Tag: Glasgow (Scotland)
COP26 Protesters Back an Array of Causes, Connected by Climate Change
Thousands gathered in the rain in Glasgow to press the case for more urgent and meaningful action by world leaders in response to global warming.
John Kerry Lauds Progress at COP26 but Warns, ‘Job Not Done.’
Mr. Kerry, President Biden’s climate envoy, acknowledged that many of the promises being put forward in Glasgow were only that — promises.
Greta Thunberg Assails Leaders Outside COP26 Climate Summit
“The governments of the global north countries are still refusing to take any drastic climate action,” she told protesters in Glasgow.
At COP26, Youth Want Action, Accountability as Protesters Rally
For many, the climate conference has inspired mixed emotions: concern that their voices were not really being listened to, but also hope that their presence would help drive change.
Biden Tries to Reassert American Leadership, and His Own
President Biden hoped his personal style of politicking could help him build global consensus on fighting climate change. But as he has learned in Washington, charm offensives have their limits.
John Kerry Says $100 Billion in Climate Aid Per Year Is Within Reach
John Kerry, the American special climate envoy, said the United States had rejoined the a coalition of countries pushing for more aggressive action.
Queen Elizabeth Urges Climate Action in COP26 Video
The 95-year-old monarch gave her address by video, after doctors advised her to rest and not go to the summit. Prince Charles attended and delivered a similar message.
Queen Elizabeth Urges Climate Action in COP26 Video
The 95-year-old monarch gave her address by video, after doctors advised her to rest and not go to the summit. Prince Charles attended and delivered a similar message.
John Kerry Plays Down COP26 Expectations
“Glasgow was never ever going to get every country joining up,” Mr. Kerry said. He’s already looking to next year to build on pledges that nations have made and push them to do more.