Was COP26 a success or not?

Was COP26 a success or not?

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Six months on, are we on track to keep our COP26 promises? Glenn speaks to President Biden's climate envoy, John Kerry

Glenn Campbell speaks to President Biden's climate envoy, John Kerry. Six months on from COP26 in Glasgow, has Putin hindered the world's efforts to limit global warming? 

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Glenn takes a look at the role of business in tackling climate change. Kevin and Harriet are taking a well-earned rest so he’s joined by the BBC’s Business and Economy Editor Douglas Fraser. He also hears from Tina Stege, Special Envoy to the Marshall Islands and the boss of a co ...  Show more

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