In COP28's final stages, Nauru has become the 12th nation calling for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty.
As Pacific Island Nations lead the push, Nauru's Secretary for Climate Change, Reagan Moses, emphasizes the need for a fossil fuel-free zone, highlighting vulnerabilities to rising seas and extreme weather. Droughts, lasting up to 36 months, threaten their water supply and ecosystems.
Vanuatu's Minister for Climate Change, Ralph Regenvanu, applauds this move, stressing the importance of Pacific nations leading the climate fight. The call for the treaty gains traction amidst the fossil fuel industry's strong lobbying at COP28.
Nauru joins a bloc of nations seeking a mandate for a fossil fuel phase-out and a just global transition. Support for the treaty comes from various global bodies, Nobel Laureates, parliamentarians, civil society groups, scientists, cities, and indigenous nations.
We can do it, let's #EndFossilFuels 💪
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Great call we need to explore all means to realize green energy
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Nauru's call serves as a powerful rallying cry for collective action against the climate crisis.
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It's great to see Nauru advocating for a Fossil Fuel Treaty at COP28. This shows their commitment to addressing climate change and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.
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Such a treaty could pave the way for collective action.
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We should all advocate for fossil fuels phase out