Mon, Nov 9, 2026

The problem with definitions

The Fund for responding to loss and damage (FRLD) is a monumental achievement for many. But it avoids a strict definition of "losses" and "damages." This can create concerns on how it will be interpreted for the beneficiary and donor countries alike.

Blog by Kathleen Euler

Fri, Nov 6, 2026

Big tech, AI, and the quest for a climate-resilient power grid

As AI drives a historic surge in electricity demand and usage, the companies behind that growth may also be the ones best positioned to help finance a more reliable, more climate-resilient grid, argues senior fellow Vito Dellerba.

Blog by Vito Dellerba

Thu, Nov 5, 2026

Loss and damage funds are on the way—but they’ll fall short upon arrival

This month, the landmark Fund for responding to Loss and Damage made its first provisional disbursement. But the earmarked amount is less than one percent of the projected cost of the disaster. Jorge Gastelumendi explores this tension in the latest Climate Check-In.

Climate Check-In by Jorge Gastelumendi

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

Is COP31 a missed opportunity for action on extreme heat? 

After yet another deadly year of record-breaking heat waves, extreme heat is surprisingly underprioritized on the agenda at COP31. Momentum on heat resilience has largely moved to other forums. However, it still warrants a more focused and systematic effort at the world’s largest climate conference.

Blog by Owen Gow

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

Heat resilience must go local

In the latest edition of the Climate Check-In, Jane Gilbert reflects on Climate Week NYC and how the conversations surrounding extreme heat have evolved over the years.

Climate Check-In by Jane Gilbert

Thu, Aug 6, 2026

This “Super El Niño” is a test for climate finance 

Reports are indicating that this year's El Niño could veer into "super" territory. While many are focused on the fallout, Jorge Gastelumendi considers what this could mean if it's the necessary trigger to reimagine climate finance.

Climate Check-In by Jorge Gastelumendi

Thu, Jul 9, 2026

Why do the climate weeks in London and New York City matter?

New York and London Climate Weeks are increasingly important in shaping the annual UN Conference of the Parties. Nidhi Upadhyaya explains why and what these weeks offer to the climate community.

Blog by Nidhi Upadhyaya

Fri, Jun 19, 2026

How London Climate Week could shape COP31’s heat agenda

London Climate Week serves as an early signal for the COP31 agenda. This year, the shift on heat resilience provides critical insights for the UN climate conference.

Blog by Hana Abdelatty

Wed, Jun 3, 2026

This heat wave is exposing Europe’s next climate divide

As Europe faces an exceptionally early heat wave, Eleni Myrivili considers how the dangerous trend of global warming will impact our energy infrastructure.

Climate Check-In by Eleni Myrivili

Thu, Apr 2, 2026

Local communities are powering the new US climate legacy 

Amid federal cuts to climate policy and budgets, local and state-level ministries and organizations are emerging as climate leaders in the United States.

Climate Check-In by Jane Gilbert