Diplomacy & Politics Glossary

Efforts to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases to limit global warming and its impacts.

Climate finance mobilizes funds to support mitigation and adaptation projects addressing climate change in developing countries.

The concept that climate change impacts and responsibilities should be addressed fairly, especially for vulnerable populations.

United Nations body assessing scientific information related to climate change to inform policymaking.

A framework ensuring that climate change mitigation efforts are fair and inclusive, protecting workers and vulnerable communities.

An international treaty that committed its parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions based on agreed targets.

Market-based tools like emissions trading and joint implementation designed to help countries meet greenhouse gas reduction targets.

Climate change impacts that cannot be avoided through mitigation or adaptation, often requiring international support.

A financial mechanism to compensate vulnerable countries for climate change impacts that cannot be avoided.

Treaty involving multiple countries to address global environmental issues with shared commitments.

A global treaty within the UNFCCC framework aiming to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius.

Detailed guidelines adopted to implement the Paris Agreement on climate change, clarifying transparency and accountability measures.