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China continues to lead in renewable energy exports, with record solar panel shipments and surging electric vehicle sales. Falling prices and rising demand in emerging markets are fueling this growth, while competitors struggle to keep pace. The global energy transition increasingly depends on Chinese technology.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer defends his government's clean energy policies at the climate summit in Belem, amid global and domestic divisions. He emphasizes economic opportunities and international cooperation, despite opposition from some political factions and global leaders like Trump and Xi Jinping. The UK aims to lead on climate action and secure green investments.
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Fossil fuel emissions increased by 1.1% in 2025, reaching a record 38.1 billion tons of CO₂. Despite renewable growth, global warming remains on track for 2.6°C, far above the Paris Agreement target. Countries' climate plans are insufficient, with emissions rising in key nations, overshadowing COP30 efforts.
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The COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, concluded on 22 November 2025 with a compromised agreement after two weeks of tense negotiations. Despite support from over 80 countries for a fossil fuel phaseout plan, the final deal avoided explicit fossil fuel commitments, opting instead for voluntary initiatives and increased funding to help developing nations adapt to climate impacts. The summit exposed deep divisions between fossil fuel-dependent economies and others pushing for accelerated climate action.
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COP30, held in Belém, Brazil, ended with weak commitments and no binding targets to reduce fossil fuel use. Indigenous protests highlighted inequality and environmental concerns. Major nations like the US did not send official delegations, while China promoted green tech. The summit's voluntary pledges fall short of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.