Joe Thwaites
@joethwaites.bsky.social
Senior Advocate, International Climate Finance @nrdc.org
No relation to the glacier.
Views my own
No relation to the glacier.
Views my own
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China and Saudi Arabia among nations receiving climate loans, analysis reveals
- Investigation by Guardian and @carbonbrief.org finds just a fifth of funds to fight global heating went to poorest 44 countries
#COP30 #climatecrisis
www.theguardian.com/global-devel...
- Investigation by Guardian and @carbonbrief.org finds just a fifth of funds to fight global heating went to poorest 44 countries
#COP30 #climatecrisis
www.theguardian.com/global-devel...
China and Saudi Arabia among nations receiving climate loans, analysis reveals
Investigation by Guardian and Carbon Brief finds just a fifth of funds to fight global heating went to poorest 44 countries
www.theguardian.com
November 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
China and Saudi Arabia among nations receiving climate loans, analysis reveals
- Investigation by Guardian and @carbonbrief.org finds just a fifth of funds to fight global heating went to poorest 44 countries
#COP30 #climatecrisis
www.theguardian.com/global-devel...
- Investigation by Guardian and @carbonbrief.org finds just a fifth of funds to fight global heating went to poorest 44 countries
#COP30 #climatecrisis
www.theguardian.com/global-devel...
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If you thought that climate change was all the fault of 'developed' countries, think again! That's NOT what data on GHG emissions since 1850 actually suggests. Old distinctions between developed and developing countries are no longer fit for purpose. Time to move on.
www.cgdev.org/blog/emissio...
www.cgdev.org/blog/emissio...
Emissions Myth-Buster: We All Know That Developed Countries Are Responsible for Climate Change, Right? Wrong!
The belief that developed countries are primarily responsible for climate change runs deep. UNFCCC climate negotiations—which have been characterized by deep divisions between “developed” and “develop...
www.cgdev.org
November 14, 2025 at 3:07 PM
If you thought that climate change was all the fault of 'developed' countries, think again! That's NOT what data on GHG emissions since 1850 actually suggests. Old distinctions between developed and developing countries are no longer fit for purpose. Time to move on.
www.cgdev.org/blog/emissio...
www.cgdev.org/blog/emissio...
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Analysis by @joethwaites.bsky.social concludes this would mean a steep acceleration in the growth rate of adaptation finance
Developing countries ideally want this to be grant-based finance, so that would mean e.g. more development aid going to climate adaptation projects
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Developing countries ideally want this to be grant-based finance, so that would mean e.g. more development aid going to climate adaptation projects
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a) Tripling the 2025 doubling by 2030 requires a 25% annual growth rate in #adaptation finance, well above the 15% seen between 2019 and 2022.
b) Continuing the 15% historic growth rate gets $77bn in 2030, then $157bn by 2035 due to compounding effects.
Probably unlikely given political situations
b) Continuing the 15% historic growth rate gets $77bn in 2030, then $157bn by 2035 due to compounding effects.
Probably unlikely given political situations
November 13, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Analysis by @joethwaites.bsky.social concludes this would mean a steep acceleration in the growth rate of adaptation finance
Developing countries ideally want this to be grant-based finance, so that would mean e.g. more development aid going to climate adaptation projects
bsky.app/profile/joet...
Developing countries ideally want this to be grant-based finance, so that would mean e.g. more development aid going to climate adaptation projects
bsky.app/profile/joet...
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An influential team called the Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance has laid out what it calls an "entirely feasible path" to mobilising $1.3tn by 2035.
This was the aspirational goal agreed at last year's COP.
Half of the finance in their pathway comes from the private sector.
This was the aspirational goal agreed at last year's COP.
Half of the finance in their pathway comes from the private sector.
November 13, 2025 at 10:55 AM
An influential team called the Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance has laid out what it calls an "entirely feasible path" to mobilising $1.3tn by 2035.
This was the aspirational goal agreed at last year's COP.
Half of the finance in their pathway comes from the private sector.
This was the aspirational goal agreed at last year's COP.
Half of the finance in their pathway comes from the private sector.
Countries at #COP30 are discussing a potential new #adaptationfinance goal.
I've updated the calculations from our August blog on potential options - removing some scenarios that haven't gained traction and adding others that have.
I've updated the calculations from our August blog on potential options - removing some scenarios that haven't gained traction and adding others that have.
November 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Countries at #COP30 are discussing a potential new #adaptationfinance goal.
I've updated the calculations from our August blog on potential options - removing some scenarios that haven't gained traction and adding others that have.
I've updated the calculations from our August blog on potential options - removing some scenarios that haven't gained traction and adding others that have.
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International climate finance drives climate action, but current efforts fall short of supporting developing countries as they transition and adapt to climate change. At COP30 later this month, world leaders must strengthen climate investments to secure a livable future.
International Climate Finance Goals: Where Are We, Where Do We Need to Be, and How Do We Get There?
Nearly a year since governments agreed on a set of new international climate finance goals, here’s an assessment of progress and what COP30 needs to deliver to keep on track.
www.nrdc.org
November 3, 2025 at 5:11 PM
International climate finance drives climate action, but current efforts fall short of supporting developing countries as they transition and adapt to climate change. At COP30 later this month, world leaders must strengthen climate investments to secure a livable future.
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"You can’t reboot the planet if you crash it" | My commentary on Bill Gates' flawed new climate missive for @thebulletin.org: thebulletin.org/2025/10/you-...
You can’t reboot the planet if you crash it
What Gates is putting forward aren’t legitimate arguments that can be made in good faith. They are shopworn fossil fuel industry talking points.
thebulletin.org
October 31, 2025 at 6:35 PM
"You can’t reboot the planet if you crash it" | My commentary on Bill Gates' flawed new climate missive for @thebulletin.org: thebulletin.org/2025/10/you-...
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I quite enjoyed a lot of the takedowns of Bill Gates' EA brain snap on climate. It is really deadassed in a number of ways.
But no-one mentioned the most important thing. He isn't *just* full of shit. He knows he is full of shit.
I can prove it: timinclimate.medium.com/even-bill-ga...
But no-one mentioned the most important thing. He isn't *just* full of shit. He knows he is full of shit.
I can prove it: timinclimate.medium.com/even-bill-ga...
Even Bill Gates knows he is full of shit
Did you hear about that “one low-income country set out to cut emissions by banning synthetic fertilizers”?
timinclimate.medium.com
October 30, 2025 at 12:06 PM
I quite enjoyed a lot of the takedowns of Bill Gates' EA brain snap on climate. It is really deadassed in a number of ways.
But no-one mentioned the most important thing. He isn't *just* full of shit. He knows he is full of shit.
I can prove it: timinclimate.medium.com/even-bill-ga...
But no-one mentioned the most important thing. He isn't *just* full of shit. He knows he is full of shit.
I can prove it: timinclimate.medium.com/even-bill-ga...
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notes on gatesnotes, in a thread
"A new way to look at the problem" - er, no, he's been running this line for DECADES
On the headline: you can absolutely guarantee anyone presenting themselves as telling tough, hard truths is about to deliver some self-aggrandising nonsense
"A new way to look at the problem" - er, no, he's been running this line for DECADES
On the headline: you can absolutely guarantee anyone presenting themselves as telling tough, hard truths is about to deliver some self-aggrandising nonsense
October 29, 2025 at 7:34 PM
notes on gatesnotes, in a thread
"A new way to look at the problem" - er, no, he's been running this line for DECADES
On the headline: you can absolutely guarantee anyone presenting themselves as telling tough, hard truths is about to deliver some self-aggrandising nonsense
"A new way to look at the problem" - er, no, he's been running this line for DECADES
On the headline: you can absolutely guarantee anyone presenting themselves as telling tough, hard truths is about to deliver some self-aggrandising nonsense
Ahead of #COP30, where are we on the three quantified international climate finance goals agreed at #COP29 last year?
I review progress and assess what needs to happen to stay on track here:
I review progress and assess what needs to happen to stay on track here:
International Climate Finance Goals: Where Are We, Where Do We Need to Be, and How Do We Get There?
Nearly a year since governments agreed on a set of new international climate finance goals, here’s an assessment of progress and what COP30 needs to deliver to keep on track.
www.nrdc.org
October 29, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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For decades, Robert Redford lent his voice to protecting wild places and clean air and water and fighting against climate change. He brought environmental issues into the cultural spotlight and inspired generations to act. Thank you, Bob. 💚
September 16, 2025 at 9:50 PM
For decades, Robert Redford lent his voice to protecting wild places and clean air and water and fighting against climate change. He brought environmental issues into the cultural spotlight and inspired generations to act. Thank you, Bob. 💚
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What Could a New Adaptation Finance Goal Look Like? At COP30 countries should set an int'l adaptation finance goal. Here is analysis of the 7 potential scenarios that have been proposed. www.nrdc.org/bio/joe-thwa... from @joethwaites.bsky.social @adellethomas.bsky.social
September 4, 2025 at 2:30 PM
What Could a New Adaptation Finance Goal Look Like? At COP30 countries should set an int'l adaptation finance goal. Here is analysis of the 7 potential scenarios that have been proposed. www.nrdc.org/bio/joe-thwa... from @joethwaites.bsky.social @adellethomas.bsky.social
The #COP21 goal to double provision of adaptation finance is due this year. Heading into #COP30, governments are considering what could come next.
In this @nrdc.org piece, @adellethomas.bsky.social and I explore seven potential options for a new adaptation finance goal: www.nrdc.org/bio/joe-thwa...
In this @nrdc.org piece, @adellethomas.bsky.social and I explore seven potential options for a new adaptation finance goal: www.nrdc.org/bio/joe-thwa...
What Could a New Adaptation Finance Goal Look Like?
Exploring seven potential scenarios for a new climate adaptation finance goal.
www.nrdc.org
August 28, 2025 at 9:11 PM
The #COP21 goal to double provision of adaptation finance is due this year. Heading into #COP30, governments are considering what could come next.
In this @nrdc.org piece, @adellethomas.bsky.social and I explore seven potential options for a new adaptation finance goal: www.nrdc.org/bio/joe-thwa...
In this @nrdc.org piece, @adellethomas.bsky.social and I explore seven potential options for a new adaptation finance goal: www.nrdc.org/bio/joe-thwa...
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why is the so IMF passive aggressive about countries doing industrial policy ?
title a report "Handle with Care" jeeeeez
check out these questions for naughty countries!
@nathanlane.bsky.social @jwmason.bsky.social
imf.org/en/Publicati...
title a report "Handle with Care" jeeeeez
check out these questions for naughty countries!
@nathanlane.bsky.social @jwmason.bsky.social
imf.org/en/Publicati...
July 29, 2025 at 4:23 PM
why is the so IMF passive aggressive about countries doing industrial policy ?
title a report "Handle with Care" jeeeeez
check out these questions for naughty countries!
@nathanlane.bsky.social @jwmason.bsky.social
imf.org/en/Publicati...
title a report "Handle with Care" jeeeeez
check out these questions for naughty countries!
@nathanlane.bsky.social @jwmason.bsky.social
imf.org/en/Publicati...
Lots of commentary on the #ICJ advisory opinion on obligations of States in respect of #climate change.
One thing I haven't seen discussed yet, which could have major implications for climate negotiations where developed or developing country status is key to so many obligations, is para 226:
One thing I haven't seen discussed yet, which could have major implications for climate negotiations where developed or developing country status is key to so many obligations, is para 226:
July 23, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Tom Evans @globalsolidaritylevies.org and I were recently on @chathamhouse.org's Climate Briefing podcast to talk about the 4th Financing for Development conference, solidarity levies, and the Baku to Belém Roadmap to $1.3 trillion #climatefinance
Listen here: www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/clim...
Listen here: www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/clim...
The Climate Briefing: FFD4, solidarity levies and the Baku to Belém Roadmap
Anna Åberg and Ruth Townend speak to Joe Thwaites and Tom Evans to explore the most important questions and issues around climate finance.
www.chathamhouse.org
July 17, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Tom Evans @globalsolidaritylevies.org and I were recently on @chathamhouse.org's Climate Briefing podcast to talk about the 4th Financing for Development conference, solidarity levies, and the Baku to Belém Roadmap to $1.3 trillion #climatefinance
Listen here: www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/clim...
Listen here: www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/clim...
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We all have power. We all have a choice of how we use it.
"Whether we are casting a vote, filing a story, advising a minister, attending a protest, or writing a law – history will remember those who chose to act & those who looked away."
@pollyjhemming.bsky.social at the #ClimateIntegrity Summit
"Whether we are casting a vote, filing a story, advising a minister, attending a protest, or writing a law – history will remember those who chose to act & those who looked away."
@pollyjhemming.bsky.social at the #ClimateIntegrity Summit
May 14, 2025 at 3:39 AM
We all have power. We all have a choice of how we use it.
"Whether we are casting a vote, filing a story, advising a minister, attending a protest, or writing a law – history will remember those who chose to act & those who looked away."
@pollyjhemming.bsky.social at the #ClimateIntegrity Summit
"Whether we are casting a vote, filing a story, advising a minister, attending a protest, or writing a law – history will remember those who chose to act & those who looked away."
@pollyjhemming.bsky.social at the #ClimateIntegrity Summit
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ANALYSIS: The UK's right-leaning newspapers have surpassed themselves, publishing even more editorials attacking Ed Miliband in the first four months of 2025 than they did in the full year of 2024
www.carbonbrief.org/...
www.carbonbrief.org/...
May 2, 2025 at 2:23 PM
ANALYSIS: The UK's right-leaning newspapers have surpassed themselves, publishing even more editorials attacking Ed Miliband in the first four months of 2025 than they did in the full year of 2024
www.carbonbrief.org/...
www.carbonbrief.org/...
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ICYMI: We have until 11:59 PM PT on May 1st to vote NO on REI's entire slate of Corporate Board candidates! Thousands of REI members nationwide have already submitted their ballots - can you head to VoteNoREI.com today and take 5 minutes to send your vote in?
April 29, 2025 at 4:41 PM
ICYMI: We have until 11:59 PM PT on May 1st to vote NO on REI's entire slate of Corporate Board candidates! Thousands of REI members nationwide have already submitted their ballots - can you head to VoteNoREI.com today and take 5 minutes to send your vote in?
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40-year REI members like Jeff know that REI isn’t the co-op it used to be. But it’s not too late for us to turn things around! We have until May 1st to make our voices heard in this year’s Board election. Can you follow Jeff’s lead and vote NO on REI’s corporate Board candidates at VoteNoREI.com?
April 24, 2025 at 7:25 PM
40-year REI members like Jeff know that REI isn’t the co-op it used to be. But it’s not too late for us to turn things around! We have until May 1st to make our voices heard in this year’s Board election. Can you follow Jeff’s lead and vote NO on REI’s corporate Board candidates at VoteNoREI.com?
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We've failed to do what's needed, so it's important that, going forward, we stop trying. www.cfr.org/article/our-...
Our Approach to Climate Policy Has Failed. It’s Time for Climate Realism
U.S. policymakers need a new strategy to confront the risks of climate change, compete in the global energy transition, and stay the course regardless of which political party is in power. A doctrine…
www.cfr.org
April 7, 2025 at 9:07 PM
We've failed to do what's needed, so it's important that, going forward, we stop trying. www.cfr.org/article/our-...
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Pleased to announce some significant upgrades to @nrdc.org's Climate Fund Pledge Trackers, with thanks to my excellent comms colleagues.
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
April 2, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Pleased to announce some significant upgrades to @nrdc.org's Climate Fund Pledge Trackers, with thanks to my excellent comms colleagues.
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
Pleased to announce some significant upgrades to @nrdc.org's Climate Fund Pledge Trackers, with thanks to my excellent comms colleagues.
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
April 2, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Pleased to announce some significant upgrades to @nrdc.org's Climate Fund Pledge Trackers, with thanks to my excellent comms colleagues.
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
The graphics and tables are now interactive, embedable and downloadable.
Check them out here: www.nrdc.org/resources/cl...
Oh my bad, the World Bank would never give up on "billions to trillions," it's obviously an April Fools! 🤡
"A common misconception held us back—the belief, popularised as “from billions to trillions”, that private capital was sitting on the sidelines, ready to be deployed." World Bank President Ajay Banga
I wonder where that misconception came from?
Oh right, a report the World Bank led!
I wonder where that misconception came from?
Oh right, a report the World Bank led!
April 1, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Oh my bad, the World Bank would never give up on "billions to trillions," it's obviously an April Fools! 🤡