Conference On Fossil Fuel: Switzerland Backs A Global Phase‐Out Roadmap

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) With oil and gas at the center of global tensions, a first-of-its kind international conference in Colombia aims to revive the transition away from fossil fuels. Switzerland supports establishing a clear plan for phasing them out. Select your language

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The Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels – scheduled April 24 to 29 in Santa Marta, Colombia – is the first-ever international summit dedicated solely to phasing out fossil fuels. The conference has taken on a new urgency as the conflict in the Middle East causes disruption in the oil and gas markets.

What is the goal of the conference on fossil fuels and who is taking part?

The conferenceExternal link, co-organised by Colombia and the Netherlands, aims to develop concrete solutions to accelerate the gradual elimination of fossil fuels, in line with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The meeting seeks to define the legal tools, economic measures and social change needed to ensure a just and orderly transition.

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Switzerland will take part in the conference and will be represented by the Ambassador for the Environment, Felix Wertli, the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) says. Another 45 countriesExternal link, including fossil fuel producers such as Canada and Norway, have confirmed they will attend.

The Santa Marta summit represents a new space for dialogue and cooperation after fossil fuel discussions stalled at the most recent UN Climate Conference (COP30), held in Belém, Brazil. However, it does not intend to replace the formal UN climate negotiations (which some argueExternal link are overly influenced by oil lobbies). Its purpose is to create a complementary intergovernmental platform to support practical action by countries that wish to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels.

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