UAE's Sultan Al Jaber, the COP28 president and chief executive of the United Arab Emirates’ state oil company, cannot envision a future without coal, oil and gas. In short:UAE's COP28 president, Sultan Al Jaber, opposes the complete cessation of fossil fuel use. Al Jaber's opposition puts him at odds with the climate science community and has drawn the ire of renewable energy champions. His comments contrast sharply with those of UN secretary general, António Guterres, who spoke to COP28 delegates Friday. Key quote:“The science is clear: The 1.5C limit is only possible if we ultimately stop burning all fossil fuels.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 06, 2023 12:45 UTC