By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network
NEW YORK (IDN) — The Egyptian coastal resort of Sharm el-Sheikh is brimming with delegates, organizers and observers - here to take part in the UN Climate Conference, better known by its acronym “COP27” (Conference of the Parties).
This year’s conference will be an "African COP" where the positions of African countries on issues like finance for adapting to climate change or adopting renewable energy sources will be central to the talks.