Orhan Solak, deputy director of Türkiye's Directorate of Climate Change, emphasizes the need to repurpose agricultural subsidies to support a just rural transition and achieve climate goals. There is a call for stronger consensus and rapid implementation of sustainable practices in agriculture to address current challenges, aligning agricultural transformation with environmental integrity and social equity. The importance of supporting sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural systems through targeted investments, capacity-building, and innovation is highlighted, with a focus on inclusive rural development and intergenerational equity. Countries are recognizing the need for climate action to not come at the cost of food security, livelihoods, and equality, with examples of redirecting farm subsidies towards more climate-positive practices for long-term resilience. The Bonn Climate Conference is set to discuss a Just Transition Mechanism for a fair transition to a climate-neutral economy, placing agrifood systems and rural communities at the heart of the climate agenda, with COP31 Presidency priorities in Turkey expected to prioritize climate equity and inclusive action for climate justice.
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BYD New Global BEV Sales Leader, Displacing Tesla
In 2025, BYD surpassed Tesla as the top electric car manufacturer, selling 2.26 million electric vehicles globally. BYD's success is attributed to its production of both fully electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, allowing it to meet consumer and regulatory demands. With plans for new factories in Hungary and Turkey, BYD's export business is growing, and analysts predict total sales could reach 5.3 million units in the following year. BYD has unveiled a technology platform to boost competitiveness, focusing on electric buses and heavy-duty trucks, with sales doubling in 2025 to 57,000 units. Despite its lower stock valuation compared to Tesla, BYD's progress in the EV market could potentially change the dynamics of the industry.
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/01/02/byd-new-global-bev-sales-leader-displacing-tesla/