Colombia hosts climate talks in bid to lead global transition away from fossil fuels
Summary
Colombia hosted a two-day climate summit in April 2026 to discuss ways to move away from fossil fuels like oil, gas, and coal. Colombian President Gustavo Petro, elected in 2022, has aimed to reduce the country’s reliance on fossil fuels, though Colombia still depends on them. The summit gathered energy ministers from about 50 countries to find practical solutions for ending fossil fuel use.Key Facts
- The summit took place in Santa Marta, Colombia, from April 28 to 29, 2026.
- Around 50 countries’ energy ministers attended to discuss phasing out fossil fuels.
- The meeting was organized by Colombia to address stalled global climate negotiations after COP28 in 2023.
- President Gustavo Petro has criticized fossil fuels and wants to shift Colombia’s economy away from oil and coal.
- Petro increased taxes on oil industries and banned new oil exploration contracts.
- Colombia suspended new fracking projects and is debating permanently banning the practice.
- The government promotes renewable energy programs, including one called "Colombia Solar."
- Colombia’s Amazon region has been declared free from extractive industries like mining and logging.
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