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‘It’s hell for us here’: Mumbai families suffer as datacentres keep the city hooked on coal
As Mumbai sees increased energy demand from new datacenters, particularly from Amazon, the filthiest neighbourhood in one of India’s largest cities must keep its major coal plants.
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As Mumbai sees increased energy demand from new datacenters, particularly from Amazon, the filthiest neighbourhood in one of India’s largest cities must keep its major coal plants.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
‘It’s hell for us here’: Mumbai families suffer as datacentres keep the city hooked on coal
As Mumbai sees increased energy demand from new datacenters, particularly from Amazon, the filthiest neighbourhood in one of India’s largest cities must keep its major coal plants.
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As Mumbai sees increased energy demand from new datacenters, particularly from Amazon, the filthiest neighbourhood in one of India’s largest cities must keep its major coal plants.
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Tehran shrouded in thick smog as Iran burns dirty fuel amid energy crisis
Nearly 59,000 Iranians die prematurely due to air pollution in year to March, according to officials.
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Nearly 59,000 Iranians die prematurely due to air pollution in year to March, according to officials.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Tehran shrouded in thick smog as Iran burns dirty fuel amid energy crisis
Nearly 59,000 Iranians die prematurely due to air pollution in year to March, according to officials.
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Nearly 59,000 Iranians die prematurely due to air pollution in year to March, according to officials.
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Giant hail hits parts of Australia's east in wild spring storm
Giant hailstones have rained down in Australia’s Queensland state and more than 95,000 homes were left without power on Tuesday due to a powerful spring storm.
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Giant hailstones have rained down in Australia’s Queensland state and more than 95,000 homes were left without power on Tuesday due to a powerful spring storm.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Giant hail hits parts of Australia's east in wild spring storm
Giant hailstones have rained down in Australia’s Queensland state and more than 95,000 homes were left without power on Tuesday due to a powerful spring storm.
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Giant hailstones have rained down in Australia’s Queensland state and more than 95,000 homes were left without power on Tuesday due to a powerful spring storm.
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Devastating floods leave at least 90 dead in Vietnam with many still missing
Intense rainfall and subsequent flooding in south and central Vietnam have resulted in at least 90 deaths and 12 people missing, over 235,000 homes inundated, and 80,000 hectares of crops ruined.
Intense rainfall and subsequent flooding in south and central Vietnam have resulted in at least 90 deaths and 12 people missing, over 235,000 homes inundated, and 80,000 hectares of crops ruined.
Vietnam floods leave at least 90 dead as record rains trigger widespread devastation
Homes, crops and infrastructure have been destroyed after weeks of relentless downpours across the south and central regions
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November 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Devastating floods leave at least 90 dead in Vietnam with many still missing
Intense rainfall and subsequent flooding in south and central Vietnam have resulted in at least 90 deaths and 12 people missing, over 235,000 homes inundated, and 80,000 hectares of crops ruined.
Intense rainfall and subsequent flooding in south and central Vietnam have resulted in at least 90 deaths and 12 people missing, over 235,000 homes inundated, and 80,000 hectares of crops ruined.
More than a quarter of households home to a child with a health condition are unable to keep their home warm, compared to around one in seven of homes without a child with a health condition, as Govt is rumoured to be looking at cuts to Warm Homes Plan.
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Homes of children with health condition twice as likely to be cold in…
Over a third of homes upgraded under the Energy Company Obligation insulation scheme are home to a child
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November 25, 2025 at 12:18 PM
More than a quarter of households home to a child with a health condition are unable to keep their home warm, compared to around one in seven of homes without a child with a health condition, as Govt is rumoured to be looking at cuts to Warm Homes Plan.
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More than three-quarters of retirees worried about heating during winter
New polling shows 78% of retirees are concerned about the winter months with 83% worried about the cost of heating.
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New polling shows 78% of retirees are concerned about the winter months with 83% worried about the cost of heating.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
More than three-quarters of retirees worried about heating during winter
New polling shows 78% of retirees are concerned about the winter months with 83% worried about the cost of heating.
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New polling shows 78% of retirees are concerned about the winter months with 83% worried about the cost of heating.
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Plan to install heat pumps in most homes in jeopardy over cuts to £7,500 grants
A final decision on existing heat pump discounts is expected to be announced in the Budget on Wednesday, with industry bosses warning about 'flip-flopping'.
A final decision on existing heat pump discounts is expected to be announced in the Budget on Wednesday, with industry bosses warning about 'flip-flopping'.
Plan to install heat pumps in most homes in jeopardy over cuts to £7,500 grants
A final decision on existing heat pump discounts is expected to be announced in the Budget on Wednesday
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November 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Plan to install heat pumps in most homes in jeopardy over cuts to £7,500 grants
A final decision on existing heat pump discounts is expected to be announced in the Budget on Wednesday, with industry bosses warning about 'flip-flopping'.
A final decision on existing heat pump discounts is expected to be announced in the Budget on Wednesday, with industry bosses warning about 'flip-flopping'.
10 Years Post-Paris: A decade that defied predictions
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
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The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
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10 Years Post-Paris: A decade that defied predictions
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:30 AM
10 Years Post-Paris: A decade that defied predictions
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
eciu.net/analysis/re...
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
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Energy Crisis Commission calls for Government to tackle high electricity prices and boost insulation in upcoming Budget
One year after the publication of the ECC report, the UK continues to feel the impacts of the energy crisis.
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One year after the publication of the ECC report, the UK continues to feel the impacts of the energy crisis.
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Energy Crisis Commission calls for Government to tackle high…
The ECC calls for Government to tackle high electricity prices and boost insulation in upcoming budget
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November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Energy Crisis Commission calls for Government to tackle high electricity prices and boost insulation in upcoming Budget
One year after the publication of the ECC report, the UK continues to feel the impacts of the energy crisis.
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One year after the publication of the ECC report, the UK continues to feel the impacts of the energy crisis.
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Alaska tests a theory: solar farms help nearby crops grow
Produce and power are both costly in the state. So researchers are testing ways to address both issues using the same land.
Produce and power are both costly in the state. So researchers are testing ways to address both issues using the same land.
Alaska Tests a Theory: Solar Farms Help Nearby Crops Grow
Produce and power are both costly in the state. So researchers are testing ways to address both issues using the same land.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Alaska tests a theory: solar farms help nearby crops grow
Produce and power are both costly in the state. So researchers are testing ways to address both issues using the same land.
Produce and power are both costly in the state. So researchers are testing ways to address both issues using the same land.
US government pullback from climate science fuels boom for private data firms
Trump's administration's funding cuts for science services has led to a data industry boom for private data companies.
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Trump's administration's funding cuts for science services has led to a data industry boom for private data companies.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
US government pullback from climate science fuels boom for private data firms
Trump's administration's funding cuts for science services has led to a data industry boom for private data companies.
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Trump's administration's funding cuts for science services has led to a data industry boom for private data companies.
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Developing nations push for climate action and debt relief at G20 summit in South Africa
Poorer nations attending the Group of 20 summit in South Africa have used the meeting to push leaders on climate action and high levels of debt, issues directly affecting the developing world.
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Poorer nations attending the Group of 20 summit in South Africa have used the meeting to push leaders on climate action and high levels of debt, issues directly affecting the developing world.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Developing nations push for climate action and debt relief at G20 summit in South Africa
Poorer nations attending the Group of 20 summit in South Africa have used the meeting to push leaders on climate action and high levels of debt, issues directly affecting the developing world.
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Poorer nations attending the Group of 20 summit in South Africa have used the meeting to push leaders on climate action and high levels of debt, issues directly affecting the developing world.
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US companies hold the line at climate talks despite Trump
An analysis of attendance lists shows there were 60 representatives of Fortune 100 companies at the Brazil event, compared with 50 at last year's in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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An analysis of attendance lists shows there were 60 representatives of Fortune 100 companies at the Brazil event, compared with 50 at last year's in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
US companies hold the line at climate talks despite Trump
An analysis of attendance lists shows there were 60 representatives of Fortune 100 companies at the Brazil event, compared with 50 at last year's in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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An analysis of attendance lists shows there were 60 representatives of Fortune 100 companies at the Brazil event, compared with 50 at last year's in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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UN warns world losing climate battle but fragile Cop30 deal keeps up the fight
The world is not winning the fight against the climate crisis but it is still in that fight, the UN climate chief has said in Belém, Brazil, after a bitterly contested Cop30 reached a deal.
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The world is not winning the fight against the climate crisis but it is still in that fight, the UN climate chief has said in Belém, Brazil, after a bitterly contested Cop30 reached a deal.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:30 AM
UN warns world losing climate battle but fragile Cop30 deal keeps up the fight
The world is not winning the fight against the climate crisis but it is still in that fight, the UN climate chief has said in Belém, Brazil, after a bitterly contested Cop30 reached a deal.
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The world is not winning the fight against the climate crisis but it is still in that fight, the UN climate chief has said in Belém, Brazil, after a bitterly contested Cop30 reached a deal.
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Rail fares in England to be frozen in 2026
The measure represents the first time in 30 years that rail fares are set to be frozen, aimed at addressing the cost of living crisis and promoting low-carbon travel options.
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The measure represents the first time in 30 years that rail fares are set to be frozen, aimed at addressing the cost of living crisis and promoting low-carbon travel options.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Rail fares in England to be frozen in 2026
The measure represents the first time in 30 years that rail fares are set to be frozen, aimed at addressing the cost of living crisis and promoting low-carbon travel options.
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The measure represents the first time in 30 years that rail fares are set to be frozen, aimed at addressing the cost of living crisis and promoting low-carbon travel options.
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10 Years Post-Paris: A decade that defied predictions
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
eciu.net/analysis/re...
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
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10 Years Post-Paris: A decade that defied predictions
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
eciu.net
November 24, 2025 at 10:15 AM
10 Years Post-Paris: A decade that defied predictions
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
eciu.net/analysis/re...
The 2015 Paris Agreement changed the course of climate politics. On its 10th anniversary, we look at progress across clean energy, policy, emissions, jobs and more.
eciu.net/analysis/re...
EV grant scheme boost worth £1.3bn expected in Budget
There will also be money to create more charging points, and a consultation on helping people without driveways to charge their cars.
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There will also be money to create more charging points, and a consultation on helping people without driveways to charge their cars.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:30 AM
EV grant scheme boost worth £1.3bn expected in Budget
There will also be money to create more charging points, and a consultation on helping people without driveways to charge their cars.
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There will also be money to create more charging points, and a consultation on helping people without driveways to charge their cars.
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The UK’s dependency on fossil fuels has led to direct economic impacts of £183bn in the last four years following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, according to the latest assessment of the costs.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The UK’s dependency on fossil fuels has led to direct economic impacts of £183bn in the last four years following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, according to the latest assessment of the costs.
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Preparing for a warmer future - heat in the UK
As global temperature rises hit 1.3°C above pre-industrial levels, climate change impacts are worsening. ECIU takes a look at the health implications of rising heat in the UK.
As global temperature rises hit 1.3°C above pre-industrial levels, climate change impacts are worsening. ECIU takes a look at the health implications of rising heat in the UK.
Preparing for a warmer future - heat in the UK
As global temperature rises hit 1.3°C above pre-industrial levels, climate change impacts are worsening. We take a look at the health implications of rising heat in the UK.
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November 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Preparing for a warmer future - heat in the UK
As global temperature rises hit 1.3°C above pre-industrial levels, climate change impacts are worsening. ECIU takes a look at the health implications of rising heat in the UK.
As global temperature rises hit 1.3°C above pre-industrial levels, climate change impacts are worsening. ECIU takes a look at the health implications of rising heat in the UK.
The climate is changing, cows are stressed and Italy’s cheesemakers are worried
Extreme heat causes cows to produce less milk. This poses problems in cheese-obsessed Italy, especially as it tries to meet growing demand for favorites like burrata.
Extreme heat causes cows to produce less milk. This poses problems in cheese-obsessed Italy, especially as it tries to meet growing demand for favorites like burrata.
The Climate Is Changing, Cows Are Stressed and Italy’s Cheesemakers Are Worried
Extreme heat causes cows to produce less milk. This poses problems in cheese-obsessed Italy, especially as it tries to meet growing demand for favorites like burrata.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The climate is changing, cows are stressed and Italy’s cheesemakers are worried
Extreme heat causes cows to produce less milk. This poses problems in cheese-obsessed Italy, especially as it tries to meet growing demand for favorites like burrata.
Extreme heat causes cows to produce less milk. This poses problems in cheese-obsessed Italy, especially as it tries to meet growing demand for favorites like burrata.
Under Ofgem's energy price cap for January to March 2026, the typical dual fuel bill will remain stable (rising by just 0.2% or around 30p) but in real terms will fall by £37 once adjusted for inflation.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Under Ofgem's energy price cap for January to March 2026, the typical dual fuel bill will remain stable (rising by just 0.2% or around 30p) but in real terms will fall by £37 once adjusted for inflation.
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Europe plans service to gauge climate change role in extreme weather
The EU is launching a service to measure the role climate change is playing in extreme weather events like heatwaves and extreme rain, and experts say this could help governments set climate policy.
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The EU is launching a service to measure the role climate change is playing in extreme weather events like heatwaves and extreme rain, and experts say this could help governments set climate policy.
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November 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Europe plans service to gauge climate change role in extreme weather
The EU is launching a service to measure the role climate change is playing in extreme weather events like heatwaves and extreme rain, and experts say this could help governments set climate policy.
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The EU is launching a service to measure the role climate change is playing in extreme weather events like heatwaves and extreme rain, and experts say this could help governments set climate policy.
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Cop30: dozens of countries threaten to block resolution unless it contains roadmap to fossil fuel phase-out
Countries supporting a phase-out of fossil fuels at the Cop30 climate summit in Brazil have threatened to block any agreement that does not include such a commitment.
Countries supporting a phase-out of fossil fuels at the Cop30 climate summit in Brazil have threatened to block any agreement that does not include such a commitment.
Cop30 draft text omits mention of fossil fuel phase-out roadmap
Exclusive: Summit leadership releases new text despite 29 nations threatening to block progress without commitment
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November 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Cop30: dozens of countries threaten to block resolution unless it contains roadmap to fossil fuel phase-out
Countries supporting a phase-out of fossil fuels at the Cop30 climate summit in Brazil have threatened to block any agreement that does not include such a commitment.
Countries supporting a phase-out of fossil fuels at the Cop30 climate summit in Brazil have threatened to block any agreement that does not include such a commitment.
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How much cow's milk production can drop due to climate-exacerbated heat and humidity stress.
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How much cow's milk production can drop due to climate-exacerbated heat and humidity stress.
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The Climate Is Changing, Cows Are Stressed and Italy’s Cheesemakers Are Worried
Extreme heat causes cows to produce less milk. This poses problems in cheese-obsessed Italy, especially as it tries to meet growing demand for favorites like burrata.
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November 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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How much cow's milk production can drop due to climate-exacerbated heat and humidity stress.
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How much cow's milk production can drop due to climate-exacerbated heat and humidity stress.
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Fire disrupts last-minute efforts to strike global deal at COP30
The fire broke out in the pavilion area of COP30, where groups showcase their efforts, prompting an evacuation across the site.
The fire broke out in the pavilion area of COP30, where groups showcase their efforts, prompting an evacuation across the site.
Fire disrupts last-minute efforts to strike global deal at COP30
Just as the host nation was desperately trying to corral more than 190 countries towards unity at talks in Belem, delegates were forced to flee a short-lived fire.
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November 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Fire disrupts last-minute efforts to strike global deal at COP30
The fire broke out in the pavilion area of COP30, where groups showcase their efforts, prompting an evacuation across the site.
The fire broke out in the pavilion area of COP30, where groups showcase their efforts, prompting an evacuation across the site.