Climate Week NYC and the UN General Assembly highlighted the urgent need for climate action ahead of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Discussions focused on the societal costs of climate inaction, the importance of long-term sustainability, and the need for loss and damage funds for developing countries. Key speakers emphasized the role of technology, including AI, in accelerating the transition to renewable energy and improving efficiency. The 'polluter pays' principle was proposed as a way to fund climate initiatives. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)