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Urgent Call: Climate Action Needed to Combat Poverty

11/6/2025

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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) says poverty and climate change intersect across developing and developed nations.
Ismahane Elouafi of CGIAR notes many small producers in low-income countries face climate hazards.
In Brazil, COP30 is held in Belem, highlighting urgency.
Experts say climate action requires emission reductions and substantial financial support for adaptation for the 1.1 billion people in acute poverty.

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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) says poverty and climate change intersect across developing and developed nations.
Ismahane Elouafi of CGIAR notes many small producers in low-income countries face climate hazards.
In Brazil, COP30 is held in Belem, highlighting urgency.
Experts say climate action requires emission reductions and substantial financial support for adaptation for the 1.1 billion people in acute poverty.