Transparency International’s report warns that corruption threatens to undermine global climate action cooperation. Many countries engaged in climate efforts have received low scores on their Corruption Perceptions Index. The report highlights the need to combat corruption to prevent the misallocation of funds meant for climate initiatives, especially in nations most impacted by climate change.
Corruption poses a significant threat to global efforts aimed at addressing climate change, according to Transparency International in a report released on February 11. The organization’s Corruption Perceptions Index for 2024 indicates that numerous countries involved in climate action—either as hosts of United Nations climate summits or those vulnerable to rising temperatures—have received low or declining scores. Transparency International’s Chief Executive Maira Martini stressed the urgency of addressing corruption, stating, “Corrupt forces not only shape but often dictate policies and dismantle checks and balances.”
Transparency International emphasizes that the prevalence of corruption undermines progress on climate initiatives and could potentially divert critical funds intended for combating climate change. Countries with the worst corruption scores, many of which are also the most vulnerable to climate effects, urgently require improved transparency frameworks. Combating corruption to ensure proper allocation of funds is imperative for achieving meaningful climate action.
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