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Finance Ministers Propose $1.3 Trillion Climate Fund by 2035

10/17/2025

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A group of 35 finance ministers proposed a plan to scale climate finance to $1.3 trillion annually by 2035, targeting developing nations ahead of COP30 in Brazil.
The report emphasizes structural reforms in financial systems, not merely pledges.
It calls for increased concessional finance for vulnerable countries, noting access is often complex.
Skepticism persists about whether developed nations will meet their obligations.

History

Historical Context

The 2010 Cancun Conference established a commitment for developed nations to mobilize $100 billion annually by 2020 for climate finance to support developing countries. However, by 2021, only $89.6 billion was provided, highlighting a significant shortfall. The 2021 UN Climate Change Conference emphasized the need for increased funding, with a proposal for $1.3 trillion by 2035 to address ongoing climate challenges and inequalities.

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Story summary

A group of 35 finance ministers proposed a plan to scale climate finance to $1.3 trillion annually by 2035, targeting developing nations ahead of COP30 in Brazil.
The report emphasizes structural reforms in financial systems, not merely pledges.
It calls for increased concessional finance for vulnerable countries, noting access is often complex.
Skepticism persists about whether developed nations will meet their obligations.

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