Colombia, Vanuatu pitch fossil-free zones as COP31 climate tool

Two countries are advocating for designated fossil-free economic zones as a decarbonization model, sharing experiences ahead of the next U.N. climate conference.

First covered Nov 5, 2026 · 3:19 AM PT · 1 article

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6d Climate Home News Governments must embrace Fossil-Free Zones as they head to COP31 — Colombia and Vanuatu share their experience creating new fossil fuel free zones as a tool to transition away from coal, oil and gas The post Governments must…

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Appeared in: 2026-11-06 (#15)

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