We hope this e-news roundup finds you well as we approach the holiday season. We have had a busy year taking our work on military emissions and spending to more new audiences internationally.
Sharing this year’s news & progress that is bittersweet
TPNS Participation at COP29
TPNS PARTICIPATION AT COP29 As many predicted, on the main issue of climate finance for global south countries, COP29 was indeed the failure many dreaded. Rich nations held to their position that they were unable to reach the public funding levels needed and – as feared – ended up relying on private finance and loans … Continue reading TPNS Participation at COP29
Presentation for Green Party (USA) Webinar on Degrowth
Degrowing the Military While Preserving Jobs November 13, 2024 TPNS was delighted to be invited to join speakers from across the USA on a webinar addressing degrowth. Ho-Chih spoke to his work on the military and degrowth. Those advocating less military spending often overlook economic degrowth. This webinar will address the critical issue of shrinking militarism. Speakers: … Continue reading Presentation for Green Party (USA) Webinar on Degrowth
Military emissions, military spending & the “COP of peace”
To be a true ‘COP of Peace’ Baku needs to acknowledge the ‘hard’ issues that impact on peace, the climate emergency and climate finance.
Temperatures 1.5C above pre-industrial era average for 12 consecutive months
The world has baked for 12 consecutive months in temperatures 1.5C (2.7F) greater than their average before the fossil fuel era, new data shows. Temperatures between July 2023 and June 2024 were the highest on record, scientists found, creating a year-long stretch in which the Earth was 1.64C hotter than in preindustrial times. Carlo Buontempo, … Continue reading Temperatures 1.5C above pre-industrial era average for 12 consecutive months
Transform defence for sustainable human safety 