Brazil unveils first global roadmap to phase out coal, oil and gas
Brazil has released what it calls the world’s first global roadmap for phasing out fossil fuels, the government announced ahead of a major climate summit.
Brazil has released what it calls the world’s first global roadmap for phasing out fossil fuels, the government announced ahead of a major climate summit. The plan, detailed by the country that hosted last year’s UN climate conference, says all nations can start breaking their dependence on coal, oil and gas now, without waiting for new technologies or economic shifts.
According to the Guardian, the roadmap outlines steps that could allow countries to grow their economies and lift people out of poverty while ending the link with fossil fuels. The Brazilian government presented the strategy as a shift from negotiating climate targets to implementing concrete actions. The document is intended to guide policymakers worldwide in transitioning to cleaner energy sources and to demonstrate that economic development and climate ambition can be pursued together.
Why it matters
The roadmap offers a concrete framework for countries to reduce emissions while supporting economic growth and poverty reduction.
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