🇱🇨 Caribbean civil society and government representatives convened in Saint Lucia to assess the region’s role in shaping the global transition away from fossil fuels.

🛢️You might have seen terms like “oil imperialism” in the news lately. But what is fossil fuel imperialism? And what can we do about it?

Less than 2 months until the Conference in Santa Marta 🚀

CLIMATE TREATIES 🤝 HUMAN RIGHTS LAW The Human Rights Council issued a recommendation affirming the International Court of Justice’s Advisory Opinion (ICJAO) on Climate Change! 👏 🔗 Read the full report at docs.un.org/en/A/HRC/61/64.

What is a Just Transition and why does it matter for the Caribbean?

The Governments of Colombia and the Netherlands are hosting a public briefing on the Santa Marta conference.

La campaña para un Tratado en España está creciendo 🇪🇸

As the international community prepares for the First International Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels in Santa Marta this April, the Caribbean is aligning its regional position.

As glaciers retreat from the Arctic to the Andes, Reykjavík is stepping up! The world’s northernmost capital has endorsed the call for a #FossilFuelTreaty, joining nearly 150 cities worldwide and adding momentum to a proposal already backed by 18 countries.

“I’m trying to use the law to wrap my arms around what I most love and wish to protect.” 💙🏝️ Julian Aguon, author, Indigenous human rights lawyer and founder of Blue Ocean Law, reflects on his early experiences of the climate crisis. Watch FIGHTING NOT DROWNING at youtu.be/xVG2BN5MhCw?...

🌱 BREAKING: Nobel Peace Prize winner has high hopes for the conference in Santa Marta this April.

🌎📣 We’ve dropped “non-proliferation” from our name, but not from our mission.

“This cannot be legally correct.” 👩🏾‍⚖️ During the first ever UN climate hearings, lawyers from the Pacific, Caribbean and Africa cooperate to take on the big emitters. Kate Wilson from St Lucia counters arguments by the United Kingdom. 🔗 Watch the full documentary: youtu.be/xVG2BN5MhCw?...

While Australian electricity generation from renewable sources in September surpassed coal for the first time, government revenues are still heavily reliant on exports of fossil fuels, including liquefied natural gas. 🔗 thewest.com.au/news/environ...

“Nature does not negotiate,” @kuminaidoo.bsky.social told the Australia Institute’s Follow the Money podcast. 
“We cannot change the science. All we can change is the political world." 🔗 thepoint.com.au/news/260219-...

“They have to literally show all of themselves […] just to show the world that they deserve to live. Why?” A team of lawyers from across the Pacific brings the testimony of Indigenous islanders to the World Court as part of the first ever UN climate hearings. ⚖️ 🔗 youtu.be/xVG2BN5MhCw?...

A delegation from the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative gathered at Sólheimajökull glacier or a public artistic tribute in collaboration with Glacier Nation and Icelandic artist Néfur, honouring what’s at stake and underscoring the urgency of adopting a Fossil Fuel Treaty to protect glaciers worldwide.

Small island developing states are pushing for more ambitious climate action. ✊🌏 FIGHTING NOT DROWNING goes behind the scenes at the World Court, tracking a unique collaboration between activists, diplomats and lawyers. 🔗 Watch the full documentary here 👉 youtu.be/xVG2BN5MhCw?...

🗣️ Calling all Fossil Fuel Treaty network allies, partner organizations, and interested individuals in Asia! Join us for a webinar briefing on the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels! 💥 Register 👉 FossilFuelTreaty.org/events/asia-network-webinar

Christchurch City Council joins the call for a Fossil Fuel Treaty! 🇳🇿 🔗 Find out how to call on your city to endorse at FossilFuelTreaty.org/cities!

At the 2026 IEA Ministerial in Paris, UNSG António Guterres called for a dedicated global platform to coordinate a fair, financed transition away from fossil fuels respecting the 1.5°C commitment.

'FIGHTING NOT DROWNING' Documentary is now streaming! 📽️ Follow an Indigenous-led team of young lawyers from the Pacific as they make history during the first-ever climate hearings at the world's highest court, opening the way for more ambitious climate action. www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVG2...

Join us on March 5, 2026, for the virtual launch of ‘Gender, Debt and Fossil Fuels: Insights from Africa’. Explore systemic injustice, key findings, policy ideas, and hear from African experts on a just transition to renewable energy. More details and registration, lnkd.in/gjqf7Tfr

In the heart of Davos, amid the shifting geopolitical landscape of 2026, a diverse panel of leaders convened to address one of the most pressing questions of our time: how can finance and policy accelerate a just transition to a post-fossil fuel economy? 🔗 www.gabv.org/long-read/wh...

In our newsletter, we share some of our important updates from the past month so you can catch up on anything you might have missed!

   🔗 fossilfueltreaty.org/newsletter

“You can’t take comfort from exporting the 3rd largest amount of fossil fuels, then saying it’s not our problem. That’s not how the climate challenge works.” @kuminaidoo.bsky.social urges Australia to become a true ally to the Pacific & support a just transition. 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdYw...

In Accra, Hon. Seidu Issifu called for a global framework for a fair, financed fossil fuel transition. Kumi Naidoo praised Ghana’s leadership and Africa’s renewable potential. A just, fast transition is possible, Ghana is leading. TV highlights: Joy News, Pan African TV

Climate breakdown, biodiversity loss, economic instability and conflict are deeply connected and fossil fuel dependence sits at the centre of all four.

📢El 24 de febrero, en colaboración con nuestros socios locales, @alianzaporelclima.org, organizamos un evento sobre el Tratado de Combustibles Fósiles en Madrid.🇪🇸 fossilfueltreaty.org/events/madri...

“The tides are rising, yes—but so are we.” 🌊 ✊ Today, @kuminaidoo.bsky.social launched his essay exploring the injustices that define the fossil-fueled climate crisis—weaving a story of hope through a #JustTransition and a #FossilFuelTreaty. Read now 👉 australiainstitute.org.au/store/what-w...

Sri Lanka can lead the way toward a just transition! 🇱🇰🌞 It was great to join Dr. Janaka Hemathilaka of Janathakshan in meeting Hon. Deputy of the Min. of Envi Anton Jayakody to discuss a fast & fair transition away from fossil fuels and the role a #FossilFuelTreaty could play in global systems.

Hon. Seidu Issifu, Ghana’s Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability: Debt burdens block climate action. A Fossil Fuel Treaty could unlock finance and support a just, 1.5°C-aligned transition. Read like full article as published on Ghana News Agency here, gna.org.gh/2026/01/foss...

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On Thursday 29 January 2026, Ghana’s Ministry of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, led by Honourable Minister Seidu Issifu, hosted a High-Level Dialogue on the Global Just Transition in partnership with the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative, in Accra.

The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement has finally entered into force! 🎉 This marks an incredible victory for ocean governance and sustainable use of marine biodiversity! 🌊 Find out how the #HighSeasTreaty strengthens the case for a #FossilFuelTreaty 👇

Timor-Leste has the potential to become a regional leader in forging the path for a just and equitable transition away from fossil fuels. 🇹🇱 Find out more about our country-visit! 🧵

Trust is an essential ingredient in climate negotiations, says Dr. Amiera Sawas on @wedonthavetime.bsky.social 🤝

At the Davos World Economic Forum last week, Dr. Amiera Sawas, the Treaty Initiative's Head of Research and Policy, joined partners for a panel on financing a just transition away from fossil fuels 💸

World leaders are converging at Davos for the World Economic Forum during a crucial moment for our global future. Despite slow progress on fossil fuels in the past, leadership is emerging, @time.com writes. #worldeconomicforum #fossilfueltreaty

🌊 A major win for the ocean! A new legally binding UN treaty will protect marine life in international waters and the deep seabed. 🎉Learn more about the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement news.un.org/en/story/202...

With its newly submitted NDC, Colombia has codified a commitment to no new fossil fuel exploration licences, aligned with a science-based fossil fuel phase-out and protections for the Amazon. 🔗Read more: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Alex Rafalowicz, Executive Director of the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative, joined @climatechangenews.com to share insights on what it really takes to move from agreeing to phase out fossil fuels to achieving it. 🔗Read more and watch the full webinar www.climatechangenews.com/2026/01/16/r...

“My hope for 2026 is that it is a year full of solidarity, imagination, and brave action towards a resilient, people-powered movement of change.” - Kumi Naidoo, President of the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative Catch up on anything you might have missed in 2025:

📣We’re hiring in Asia! We’re looking for an Asia Campaigner to play a key role in scaling the campaign for a Fossil Fuel Treaty across the region. Deadline to apply: January 19 🔗Learn more at fossilfueltreaty.org/work-with-us... #ClimateJobs #HiringNow

In view of the recent allegations regarding Harjeet Singh’s work as an advisor to the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative, we wish to clarify that our work is to support developing nations in ensuring energy security and climate justice for all peoples.

#Bangladesh must #EndFossilFuels now! 🇧🇩 At the Climate Justice Assembly, 2000 delegates urged an end to fossil fuel plans, which “undermine a people-centred renewable energy future.” Read more 👉 theclimatewatch.com/bangladesh-c...

🔙 Ten years ago today, negotiations on the landmark Paris Agreement concluded at COP21. The 2015 Paris Agreement remains foundational to the global effort to stop climate change—but the fossil fuel industry has stalled progress in the years since.

In our newsletter, we share some of our important updates from the past month so you can catch up on anything you might have missed!

Two major UK trade unions, Equity and the Fire Brigades Union, have officially endorsed the call for a fast, fair, and financed phase-out of fossil fuels.

❓ What really happened at COP30? Tune in to the Climate Curious COP30 wrap up mixtape and hear expert hot takes to soothe your soul, lift your spirits, and make sense of the highs and lows from this year’s summit.