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The Conversation is an independent source of analysis, commentary and news from the university and research sector -- written by acknowledged experts and delivered directly to the public. Our team of professional editors work with more than 45,000 registered academics and researchers to make sense of the big issues of the day and share the latest research and breakthroughs.

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The COP29 climate talks are about to kick off in Baku, Azerbaijan. Here’s what to expect 🌏 The talks this year are crucial as climate change worsens. In recent years, a series of climate-fuelled disasters and extreme events, from Australia’s bushfires to Spain’s floods, have wrought havoc around the world. What’s more, the continuing upward trajectory of greenhouse gas emissions suggests the window to limit warming 1.5°C is almost closed. And the re-election of United States President Donald Trump casts a pall over global climate action. Climate policy and International relations expert Matt Macdonald (The University of Queensland) has more on this vital meeting. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVpA8Tyi
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