"The Santa Marta meeting's organizers said that their meeting was a forum to discuss practical steps to move away from fossil fuels. It is intended to complement the COP process, not replace it."
"Many climate scientists are disheartened by the COPs' slow pace in addressing climate change. Scientific consensus leaves little doubt that, without more urgent action, a less stable, less prosperous future awaits humanity."
"Despite overwhelming evidence that the world must phase out fossil-fuel use to stay within 2 °C of warming above pre-industrial levels, the annual COP events have failed to prioritize a just and equitable plan."
Over 50 countries convened in Santa Marta, Colombia, for the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels, co-chaired by Colombia and the Netherlands. This initiative aims to complement the UN COP process, addressing frustrations with its slow progress. The coalition emphasizes the importance of scientific guidance in creating a fossil-free future. However, it is crucial that this new initiative does not undermine established scientific frameworks, particularly the IPCC, which is vital for informing global climate policies.
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