What is the goal of the Santa Marta conference?

The conference aims to create a concrete plan to phase out fossil fuels and transition towards clean energy sources.

How is the Santa Marta conference different from COP summits?

Unlike COP summits, attendees at the Santa Marta conference were required to disclose their non-affiliation with fossil fuel companies, aiming to restrict industry influence.

What are experts suggesting for phasing out fossil fuels?

Experts suggest treating fossil fuels like deadly cigarettes, ending all subsidies, and addressing the demand for petrochemicals.

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Santa Marta: A New Dawn for Green Transition?

23 Apr

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Summary

First global conference to plan fossil fuel phase-out starts in Colombia.
Experts urge treating fossil fuels like deadly cigarettes.
Petrochemicals, a hidden fossil fuel lifeline, must be addressed.

Santa Marta: A New Dawn for Green Transition?

The inaugural International Conference on the Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels is set to take place in Santa Marta, Colombia, from April 24-29, 2026. This landmark event will host representatives from over 50 countries, alongside numerous organizations and academics, to strategize on transitioning away from fossil fuel dependence toward renewable energy sources.

Organizers have implemented a strict attendance policy, requiring all participants to disclose their non-affiliation with fossil fuel companies. This measure aims to differentiate the Santa Marta conference from past COP summits, which have seen a significant presence of fossil fuel lobbyists influencing outcomes. Experts are calling for bold actions, including treating fossil fuels as a public health hazard akin to tobacco.