Russia’s war belongs on the climat • Table.Briefings

By Arshak Makichyan

Arshak Makichyan, a well-known climate activist from Russia, at a protest in Berlin.

Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine is exacerbating the climate crisis – but this hardly matters at COP27. Those who stand up for the environment in authoritarian Russia live in danger. If the world really wants to protect the climate, it cannot ignore these issues, according to Arshak Makichyan.

The energy crisis triggered by Russia’s war in Ukraine and geopolitical factors are complicating the fight against the climate crisis. In their opening statements at COP27, leaders did condemn Putin’s actions and urged greater commitment to climate action and clean energy.

Russia’s war belongs on the climate agenda

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