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New Atlanticist

Jan 21, 2025

The US retreat on climate comes with steep costs for the economy and the American people

By Jorge Gastelumendi

Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement will not only hamper global efforts to combat climate change, but also harm Americans' lives and livelihoods.

Climate Change & Climate Action International Organizations

Spotlight

Dec 20, 2024

Latin America and the Caribbean in 2025: Ten predictions to shape the year ahead

By Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

As we look to 2025, what will define the future of Latin America and the Caribbean? How will the region navigate the changing global economy and the challenges posed by climate change, migration and security? With new leadership in the US, how will Washington engage with the region moving forward? Join in and be a part of our ten-question poll on the future of LAC.

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In the News

Dec 18, 2024

Shaffer in NewsMaxWorld: Science Belongs at Universities, National Laboratories – Not the UN

By Brenda Shaffer

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy & Environment

EnergySource

Dec 16, 2024

Guyana’s low-carbon model for resource-led development

By Liliana Diaz

Guyana has emerged as a model for balancing economic development with environmental stewardship. Showing how the two goals need not conflict, Guyana is both capitalizing on its recent oil discoveries while also being a pioneer in biodiversity credits, expanding protected areas, and using oil revenue to finance renewable energy projects.

Caribbean Climate Change & Climate Action

New Atlanticist

Dec 13, 2024

To solve the climate crisis, the world doesn’t just need a new international framework. It needs a new economic model.

By Mohamed Khalil

To combat climate change, the global economy must prioritize the well-being of people and the planet over profit generation.

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy & Environment
G20 Summit in Rio

Econographics

Nov 27, 2024

Divided COP29 and G20 Summits: A taste of things to come

By Hung Tran

President-Elect Trump's "America First" approach is already raising concerns at the G20 and COP29.

Brazil Climate Change & Climate Action

New Atlanticist

Nov 19, 2024

How Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina approached this year’s G20

By Ignacio Albe

Disparate national priorities among Latin America’s three G20 members threaten to stand in the way of a common agenda.

Brazil Climate Change & Climate Action

New Atlanticist

Nov 15, 2024

Following COP16, can Latin America and the Caribbean lead the creation of biodiversity markets?

By Isabel Chiriboga

By developing robust biodiversity credit markets, countries in the region will not only safeguard invaluable ecosystems but also set a global standard in climate finance.

Climate Change & Climate Action Colombia

New Atlanticist

Nov 12, 2024

What Trump’s return as president means for COP29

By Jorge Gastelumendi

If the United States ends critical climate-related policies and investments, then even more Americans’ health, finances, and safety will be at risk.

Climate Change & Climate Action Economy & Business

EnergySource

Nov 6, 2024

Tackling the energy-water challenge at COP29

By Robert F. Ichord, Jr.

Energy and water have a complex and inextricable relationship, especially as growing populations, expanding cities, and the changing climate strain resources around the globe. Leaders at COP29 must come together in Baku to promote policies, strategies, and investments to meet the water and energy challenge.

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy & Environment

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