2023 Hottest Year Spurs Global Climate Discussions

The year 2023 was marked as the hottest on record, prompting discussions on sustainability and the need for comprehensive strategies in various sectors. However, recent international climate efforts have faced criticism for falling short of the needs of developing countries, as observed at the COP in Azerbaijan and a plastics meeting in South Korea. In Ireland, there have been calls for more radical climate policies, while the Jamaican company West Indies Petroleum is restructuring to focus on domestic fuel distribution. Amidst these challenges, 2024 has seen positive grassroots actions toward addressing climate change, underscoring the importance of continued collective efforts. The annual Axios Pro Energy Policy Awards highlighted influential figures in the energy sector and the significance of deliberative processes in policy-making.