| Climate Action

1 | Look at the photos and answer the questions. • What is happening in the pictures? • Why do you think all these are happening? • Who are the people in the third photo? What do you think they are doing?

2 | Read the text and complete the sentences with the words from the text. A significant event, COP29, was held in Baku, Azerbaijan, in November 2024. World leaders and representatives from different countries and organisations were invited to attend this conference to discuss how climate change could be fought. The main focus of COP29 was to get more financial support for developing countries so they could reduce the effects of climate change. A goal was set for developed countries to provide at least $300 billion per year to developing countries by 2035. During COP29, it was said that action must be taken with urgency to protect the planet. The importance of using renewable energy, like wind and solar power, was discussed as a way to reduce pollution. Leaders also called for stronger efforts to protect and conserve communities from the dangerous effects of global warming, like rising sea levels and extreme weather. It was also stressed that harmful environmental practices should be stopped immediately. Although many countries agreed on the financial target, some leaders hoped that even bigger goals could be set to prevent the devastating effects of climate change. The outcome of COP29 was a first step, and more actions will be taken to build a sustainable future for everyone. COP29 showed that global cooperation is needed to fight climate change. As climate change continues to affect the world, events like COP29 help bring countries together so that solutions can be found and action can be taken for a better future. The decisions made at COP29 can change the future for all of us, as they will guide how we use energy, reduce pollution, and conserve nature.