The United Nations climate conference opens in Antalya on Monday as Türkiye promotes a non-binding goal for electricity to supply at least 35 per cent of global final energy use by 2035. Climate advocates object that the pledge does not require low-carbon generation. Brazil’s outgoing presidency is bringing implementation work to the same conference.
The United Nations climate conference, COP31, opens on 9 November in Antalya, Türkiye. Brazil’s outgoing COP30 Presidency is bringing its work on implementing earlier commitments to the same gathering. Its announced programme includes roadmaps on moving away from fossil fuels and halting deforestation, alongside discussions about climate finance and adaptation.[1], [2]
Türkiye is promoting a non-binding pledge to raise electricity’s share of global final energy use to at least 35 per cent by 2035. The current share is about one-fifth, according to the International Energy Agency. Conference president and Turkish environment minister Murat Kurum argues that greater electrification can accelerate renewable energy use and strengthen energy security.[1]
Climate advocates object that the pledge does not require the additional electricity to come from low-carbon sources. A coalition including South Pacific island countries wants a clearer global path away from fossil fuels. Oil and gas producers including Saudi Arabia argue those fuels can retain a substantial role when combined with technologies to reduce or capture emissions.[1]
