Climate Change Solutions Update

Category: FALO & Nature-Based Carbon Removal

Cut Emissions & Remove Carbon:
– Shift Agriculture Practices
– Protect & Manage Ecosystems
– Biomass Carbon Removal & Storage

  • Agrivoltaic Movement Pivots To Green Hydrogen

    The global agrivoltaic industry is evolving to include green hydrogen production, providing farmers with a new off-grid fuel and energy storage option. Researchers are studying the profitability and sustainability of integrating green hydrogen production with agrivoltaics, focusing on supporting food systems and producing green hydrogen for fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) charging stations. Co-locating agrivoltaics with water electrolysis to produce green hydrogen is seen as a means of decarbonization and energy independence, with projects like ECHO-WAVE in Luxembourg and federal support for green hydrogen in the US. The Nordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor has emerged to supply green hydrogen for industrial centers in Europe, with the EU Innovation Fund supporting projects combining agrivoltaic systems with wind turbines. More activity in this area is expected, leveraging infrastructure and resources in low-demand regions to meet the strong demand for hydrogen and renewable energy solutions in the face of climate change and the need to reduce fossil fuel dependence.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/10/27/the-agrivoltaic-movement-pivots-to-green-hydrogen/

  • Cropped 5 November 2025: Nature finance at COP30; Storms devastate crops; Brazilian deforestation decline

    Key climate-related points from the section include Brazil's announcement of an 11% drop in deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon, Malaysia and Indonesia updating their climate targets ahead of COP30, and the failure of UN biodiversity negotiations to agree on recommendations for the next major round of discussions. Additionally, Hurricane Melissa caused damage to crops in the Caribbean, while Cyclone Montha affected the agricultural sector in India, leading to significant losses for farmers. Around 1.7 billion people worldwide are living in places where human-driven land degradation is leading to falling crop yields, posing a threat to agricultural productivity and food security. Nigeria approved a new national carbon market framework to unlock up to $3bn annually in carbon finance, reinstated funding for climate change initiatives, and committed to mainstreaming climate action into national development. American pop star Billie Eilish announced a donation of $11.5m from her upcoming tour proceeds to causes dedicated to food equity, climate justice, and reducing carbon pollution. Eel trafficking in Europe, combined with habitat loss, pollution, and the climate crisis, is driving the slippery fish towards extinction. The COP30 UN climate talks in Brazil are focusing on the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) as a new funding mechanism to protect tropical forests. However, concerns have been raised about the fund's design and effectiveness in preserving forests. Brazil is also pushing for increased use of sustainable fuels and the development of biodiversity offsets and carbon credit markets. Despite a deadline for new climate pledges, only a third of countries have submitted them so far. Climate finance experts are concerned that the focus on private sector involvement is weakening official funds for climate solutions at COP30. They argue that addressing root drivers of tropical forest loss, such as changing diets and shifting harmful subsidies, would unlock serious grant money for countries. New science highlights the impact of expanding irrigation on water depletion and the potential climate implications of ammonia emissions from farming. The article also includes information on greenwashing in agriculture, wildlife trafficking, rainforest threats in Nigeria, and life in Sulawesi island.

    https://www.carbonbrief.org/cropped-5-november-2025-nature-finance-at-cop30-storms-devastate-crops-brazilian-deforestation-decline/

  • High stakes and high flavour: Indigenous chef brings Amazonian soul to COP30

    Indigenous chef and activist Tainá Marajoara will showcase ancestral Amazonian dishes at COP30, using agroecological ingredients sourced sustainably to emphasize the link between Indigenous communities, food sovereignty, and climate justice. The initiative aims to be a model for future events, highlighting the importance of food sovereignty in environmental conservation and stressing the urgency of protecting Indigenous territories to safeguard the planet amidst global collapse. The article also discusses the importance of addressing climate change through urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, transition to renewable energy sources, and invest in sustainable practices for both the environment and the economy. Government policies, technological advancements, and individual actions are key in combating climate change and creating a sustainable future.

    https://news.un.org/en/story/2025/10/1166173

  • Im Einklang mit dem Planeten: Rahmenwerk für neun globale Lebensmittelsystemgrenzen

    A new study from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research highlights the significant impact of food production and consumption on exceeding planetary boundaries. The study introduces a framework for "food system boundaries" based on the nine scientific planetary boundaries, all of which are currently being exceeded. The use of pesticides in agriculture is a major contributor to biodiversity loss. To stay on track for the 1.5-degree Celsius target, food systems must drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions, halt the conversion of intact nature into agricultural land, redistribute fertilizer use, and limit pesticide and antibiotic use to protect biodiversity and the environment.

    https://www.pik-potsdam.de/de/aktuelles/nachrichten/im-einklang-mit-dem-planeten-rahmenwerk-fuer-neun-globale-lebensmittelsystemgrenzen

  • Global cities unite to tackle the risks of extreme heat

    The Cool Cities Accelerator, a global coalition of 33 cities, aims to address extreme heat in urban areas by implementing innovative heat governance structures, appointing a Chief Heat Officer, and taking actions such as heat risk communication, cool shelters, tree planting, and urban greening initiatives. Supported by organizations like The Rockefeller Foundation and C40 Cities, the initiative seeks to create cooler, greener, and safer cities for all residents, aligning with global standards for climate leadership. The United Nations Secretary-General's call to action on extreme heat underscores the urgent need for cities to take immediate and long-term action to protect communities from the increasing threat of extreme heat. The Accelerator provides a framework for cities to develop heat adaptation targets and implement solutions to mitigate the effects of extreme heat, supporting a broader mission of bold, science-based climate action in urban areas worldwide.

    https://www.c40.org/news/global-cities-unite-to-tackle-the-risks-of-extreme-heat/

  • The Yearly Offer of Action 2025

    Cities around the world are taking bold climate action in 2026 to combat rising temperatures and environmental stress. Adelaide, Athens, Bogotá, Buenos Aires, Chefchaouen, Copenhagen, Dalian, Despeñaderos, Fortaleza, Guelph, Hobart, Quito, Rotterdam, Santiago, Tshwane, and Wuhan are implementing various climate solutions such as urban greening, electric buses, renewable energy, waste management, and sustainable infrastructure projects. These actions aim to make cities cleaner, greener, and more climate-resilient while promoting biodiversity and equitable access to nature, accelerating the path to net zero emissions and carbon neutrality by 2050.

    https://www.c40.org/news/yearly-offer-of-action/

  • Global alliance meets in Doha to confront hunger crisis

    President of the UN General Assembly Annalena Baerbock addressed leaders at the Second World Summit for Social Development, highlighting the crisis of hunger as a result of inequality, conflict, and policy choices. She emphasized that the issue is not lack of food but failures in access, affordability, and social protection, exacerbated by climate change. Baerbock called for limiting warming to 1.5°C and investing in adaptation and resilience to prevent millions from falling deeper into poverty. The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, launched under Brazil's G20 Presidency, aims to accelerate practical cooperation in addressing hunger and poverty through initiatives such as scaling up social protection and strengthening climate-resilient agriculture.

    https://news.un.org/en/story/2025/11/1166249