- COP30 ended in Belém on 22 November.
- Delegates agreed US$1.3 trillion a year by 2035.
- They will double adaptation money by 2025.
- They will triple adaptation money by 2035.
- There was a fire in one pavilion on 20 November.
- Some people had smoke inhalation and were treated.
- Talks did not set clear fossil fuel cuts.
- Global climate finance reached US$1.9 trillion in 2023.
Difficult words
- climate — The weather conditions in a place.
- event — Something that happens or takes place.
- help — To assist or support someone.
- funds — Money available for a purpose.
- problems — Difficulties or issues that need solving.
- fossil — Something made from ancient plants or animals.
- worries — Feelings of concern or anxiety.
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Discussion questions
- Why is helping poor nations important?
- What problems do you think fossil fuels cause?
- How can countries work together to solve climate issues?
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