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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · 3d

A visual journey through the CBD COPs: see how biodiversity governance has transformed from 1994 to the Kunming-Montreal agreement. Essential read for anyone following environmental politics 🌱
climatalk.org/2025/09/15/a-timeline-of-the-cbd-cops/
#Biodiversity #COP #GlobalPolicy #Nature

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · 4d

🌍🦋 Why do pollinators matter for our climate? Bees, birds, and butterflies are essential to healthy nature and resilient communities!

Read Theodora De Pasquale’s new article!

climatalk.org/2025/09/15/c... 🌱📖

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · 5d

🌍 Deep sea mining (DSM) emerges as a seemingly promising frontier to support the energy transition; however, it poses profound and potentially irreversible risks.

📰 This article is part of ClimaTalk’s latest September publication, check out the full article here: climatalk.org/2025/09/15/d...

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · 14d

🌍 Results-based #climate #finance ties funding to real, verified outcomes — ensuring every dollar drives measurable climate #impact.

🌱 Explore how #REDD+ and the Amazon Fund are shaping this results-driven future.

🔍 Read more in ClimaTalk’s September publication here: climatalk.org/2025/09/15/r...

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Sep 11

🌍 Global shipping makes up nearly 3% of #global emissions.

The #IMO adopted a legally binding Net-Zero Framework — setting fuel standards for shipping #emissions.

⚖️ A step forward, but many argue it’s not ambitious enough to keep 1.5°C alive.

Read the full article climatalk.org/2025/06/09/d...

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Sep 7

🔥Did you know? 85% of global air pollution comes from burning fossil fuels and biomass? Only seven countries meet WHO’s air quality standards. 🫁

On #InternationalDayOfCleanAir, let’s demand urgent, collective action for our skies and our future! 🍃💨
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#ClimateAction

Illustration of smokestacks emitting dark grey pollution, with the text “International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies.” Below, a search bar graphic reads, “It’s the air we breath.”

Infographic highlighting air pollution as a major environmental health risk, showing “6.7 million premature deaths every year,” with children, older adults, and city dwellers called “most at risk.” Source: WHO.

Fact box style infographic stating “85% of global air pollution comes from burning fossil fuels & biomass,” with additional notes on CO₂, GHG emissions, and only seven countries meeting WHO air guidelines. A misty forest landscape appears at the bottom.

Graphic diagram showing the benefits of clean air, such as better cardiovascular and respiratory health, reduced pollution, lowered disease risk, and cuts in CO₂ and black carbon. It concludes with “win-win strategy.”

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Sep 6

💼 New case summary available in our #Youth #Climate Lawsuits Database (YCLD)

VZW Klimaatzaak v Kingdom of Belgium

The court ruled that #Belgian governments breached duty of care and human rights obligations by failing to address climate change.

Full case summary 👉 climatalk.org/2025/08/11/v...

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Sep 5

💼 New case summary available in our #Youth #Climate Lawsuits Database (YCLD)

Waratah Coal Pty Ltd v. Youth Verdict Ltd

➡ Young people in #Australia challenged the applications submitted by Waratah Coal Pty Ltd for a new coal mine project.

Full case summary 👉 climatalk.org/2025/08/11/w...

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Sep 2

🌍 ClimaTalk is now part of the COP30 @childrenandyouthpavilion Steering Committee 🌍

We’re excited to co-shape the pavilion in Belém, Brazil this year — and can’t wait to bring youth voices to the heart of #COP30 ✨💬

Stay tuned for updates and see you in Brazil! 🇧🇷🤗

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Aug 12

🌍 Happy International Youth Day!
Young people are leading the fight for climate justice — and at ClimaTalk, we’re by youth, for youth.

Support youth-led climate action 💚 [link in bio]

#YouthForClimate #ClimateJustice #ActOnClimate

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jul 3

🏗 Indonesian #Nickel: #Economy vs #Environment

Indonesia leads global nickel production, which is key to #cleantech, but it comes at a high environmental cost.

🔗 Read now climatalk.org/2025/06/25/i... and climatalkworkspace.slack.com/archives/C01...

#JustTransition #CleanEnergy #ClimateJustice

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 19

Our SB62 delegation was at the ACE Gallery presenting ClimaTalk’s work! 🌍✨

Making climate policy accessible and involving youth voices is key. 📢🌱

Thanks to Founder Emma Heiling and team Jenny, Luisa & Reinout for bringing ClimaTalk to SB62! 🙌💚

ACE = Action for Climate Empowerment ⚡️🌿

A bright, modern indoor gallery space at SB62 featuring several people interacting around display boards and posters about climate action. The ACE (Action for Climate Empowerment) banner and a large "ClimaTalk" poster are visible among the exhibits. A label points out Emma Heiling, the founder, standing near the ClimaTalk display. Some attendees are reading posters, while others are engaged in conversation. The setting includes natural light, plants, and a staircase in the background.

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 18

🌍 ClimaTalk’s virtual delegation of 20 young leaders is tracking 12 negotiation streams at SB62!

💡✊ Amplifying youth voices for climate justice and action.

#SB62 #ClimateAction #YouthVoices #VirtualDelegation

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 17

We were thrilled to deliver our Decoding UNFCCC Language session at SB62 in Bonn as part of the #Youth4Capacity programme💚

🗣️ We explored how language shapes participation in climate negotiations, helping youth navigate UNFCCC terms.

#ClimaTalk #ClimateYouth #UNFCCC #SB62 #YouthInclusion #COP30

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 16

💚 Meet ClimaTalk’s SB62 In-Person Delegation 💚

Our team is in Bonn, following key discussions on #adaptation and the #globalstocktake, amplifying #youthvoices.

🌍 Here’s what some of our delegates have to say about their hopes for the conference!

💬 Read more on our LinkedIn or Instagram pages.

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 14

🌱 New youth guide for Bonn SB62!

📗 35 pages, lots of tips, all in one place.

🌿 Clear, friendly, and made for you.

Grab it here ⏬
climatalk.org/2025/06/13/i...

#sb62 #climate #youthguide

A page from ClimaTalk’s “Ins & Outs of Bonn SB62: A youth guide” titled “All You Need to Know About SB62.” The layout is clear and modern, using teal and white colors. The page also features a few pages from the guide about building your capacity, and thematic areas.

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 12

🌊 #UNOC is not just happening in the blue and green zone - multiple events take place virtually every day!

📢 As part of a collaboration with #ClimaTalk and CliMates Austria, Benedicta Opis is sharing a special briefing on three events!

📅 Check out the full post: www.linkedin.com/posts/climat...

ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 10

📣 New #publication alert! Just in time for #WorldOceansDay & #UNOC3, we present our special #oceans edition 🌊.

It explores the role of oceans in the #climatecrisis & the urgent need for global cooperation & #accountability.

Read now 👉 climatalk.org/oceans-editi...

Oceans Edition - ClimaTalk - Climate is Talking

About this edition Welcome to the Special Edition on Oceans of our ClimaTalk Journal! Oceans are at the heart of the climate crisis, regulating global temperatures and absorbing much of the planet’s e...

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 9

🌊 Live from the 2025 UN Ocean Conference!

The conference tackles ocean threats like climate change, pollution & biodiversity loss, with a focus on the High Seas Treaty.

🌐 Follow along as we share stories of ocean action.

#ClimaTalk #CliMates #UNOC #YouthForOceans #OceanAction #ClimateAction #Nice

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 9

🌎Only 8% of the world’s oceans are protected, largely due to oceans being excluded from the larger climate policy discourse. While COP26 yielded a new target of conserving 30% of oceans by 2030, enforcing this goal remains a challenge.

👉Read more about it here: climatalk.org/2022/01/19/p...

Post COP26 Analysis: Oceans Continue to be Under-Represented - ClimaTalk - Climate is Talking

Very little progress was made at COP26 in relation to climate change and the oceans and coastal communities, with two initiatives launched.

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 9

🌊The #UNOceanConference #UNOC, starting today, aims to accelerate urgent #climateaction to conserve and sustainably use #ocean resources. 🪸

But what percentage of the world’s oceans are currently protected?

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 8

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 8

#ClimaTalk is amplifying #youth voices at #SB62!

💚 We want to hear from you! Come share your journey with us if you are attending SB62 this June in #Bonn!

🔗 Please fill out the form or pass it along to someone who might be interested: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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ClimaTalk @climatalk.org · Jun 3

How Is the World Already Adapting to Climate Change?

🌍 Many communities worldwide are implementing innovative ways to withstand climate impacts. This article highlights three case studies.

🔍 Check out the full article via: climatalk.org/2025/03/16/h...

#ClimaTalk #Climatechange #Youth #Adaptation

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OceanCare @oceancare.bsky.social · Jun 3

🌊 Less than a week before the #UNOC3 in Nice, 200+ environmental organisations from around the world have now joined OceanCare’s open letter to governments, demanding to:

🛑 Stop offshore oil and gas exploration & exploitation.
🌍 Commit to ambitious, effective & strong ocean protection measures.

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