The COP29 climate conference in Baku has been marked by frustration among delegates due to slow progress on climate financing and the influence of fossil fuel companies. Despite past advancements in climate talks, experts express concerns about the current COP process's effectiveness. The host country's president's remarks on natural gas highlight a lack of climate ambition. Emissions have risen again, contradicting the need for significant reductions. Political commitment to green transitions is questioned, especially with potential shifts in leadership. The European car market, particularly the EV sector, faces declining sales and uncertainty regarding future regulations. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)