Mar 26, 2025
Energy, News, Politics
UN, Germany say tackling climate crisis is path to economic and national security
Top diplomats urge governments gathered at conferences in Berlin to seize the opportunities offered by a green transition to shore up growth and peace
Megan Rowling
Editor
The United Nations, Germany and Brazil joined diplomatic forces this week to convince the world of the national and economic security benefits of pursuing ambitious climate action in challenging geopolitical times on a fast-warming planet.
In a speech to the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on countries to ensure they deliver new national climate plans by September that are strong enough to limit global warming to 1.5C and to provide finance to developing countries in line with promises.
He added that climate goals would only be met “with stronger collaboration – between governments, and across society and sectors”.
“The rewards are there for the taking, for all those ready and willing to lead the world through these troubled times,” he told delegates from 40 countries by video link on Wednesday. “I urge you to seize this moment; and seize the prize.”
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