COP29 Approves Carbon Credit Standards, Paving Way for Global Market
Countries at COP29 in Baku approved carbon credit quality standards, paving the way for a U.N.-backed global carbon market to launch next year. The move aims to fund emission-reducing projects, though critics argue it lacks protections for impacted communities.
New Jersey Wildfire Continues Despite Overnight Rainfall
A deadly wildfire along the New York-New Jersey border has killed one person and scorched 5,000 acres. Despite overnight rain, strong winds continue to fuel the blaze, which remains only 20% contained.