Step One Enter your Details The climate crisis is not just looming; it's here and at a critical tipping point. Fossil fuels, the primary culprit, are pushing us to the brink. The latest draft of the UN proposed agreement, called the "Pact for the Future," now has a specific commitment where Heads of States "decide to... transition away from fossil fuels" which is a welcome step forward compared to earlier drafts that did not even mention fossil fuels. Governments must ensure this language remains in the final Pact, and ensure their actions match this rhetoric to address the urgent need to phase out fossil fuels and ensure a just transition for the most affected communities.This Summit is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape global cooperation for the better. At the summit, we need Minister Ryan to stand up for our future by pushing for the inclusion of a clear commitment to end fossil fuel extraction and endorse the development of a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty.Take our e-action today and demand Minister Ryan advocates for a fossil-free future at the UN Summit of the Future.Join Friends of the Earth Ireland in demanding that Minister Ryan:Advocate for an end to new fossil fuel extraction and a just phase-out of existing production.Support financial and technological aid for countries reliant on fossil fuels to transition to renewable energy and sustainable economies.Call for an immediate ban on fossil fuel extraction in ecologically sensitive areas.Endorse the development of a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty to secure global cooperation on phasing out fossil fuels.This is our chance to ensure the UN Pact for the Future includes real, actionable commitments to protect our planet and future generations. Minister Ryan has the power to lead - let's ensure he knows we're counting on him.Take our e-action today, and demand Minister Ryan advocates for a fossil-free future at the UN Summit of the Future. Minister Minister Eamon Ryan (GP) Your Details Fields marked with an asterisk * must be completed. Name * E-mail * Constituency * Constituency * ------- Not Applicable Carlow / Kilkenny Cavan / Monaghan Clare Cork East Cork North Central Cork North West Cork South Central Cork South West Dún Laoghaire Donegal Dublin Bay North Dublin Bay South Dublin Central Dublin Fingal Dublin Mid-West Dublin North West Dublin Rathdown Dublin South Central Dublin South West Dublin West Galway East Galway West Kerry Kildare North Kildare South Laois / Offaly Limerick City Limerick County Longford / Westmeath Louth Mayo Meath East Meath West Roscommon / Galway Sligo / Leitrim Tipperary Waterford Wexford Wicklow Yes, keep me posted on your campaigning and what I can do. 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Billed as a "once in a generation" opportunity to reshape multilateralism, this Summit must explicitly address the critical issue of fossil fuels - the primary drivers of the climate crisis. Minister Ryan, I also ask that you build on the Summit by having the Irish government endorse the development of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty. As you are aware, the Summit's intention to "deliver a better present and safeguard the future" cannot be achieved without addressing the threat posed by fossil fuels. The Pact for the Future is the overarching negotiated outcome that heads of state will present at the SOTF. However, the draft of the Pact omits any mention of fossil fuels or the need for a just transition. There is a significant risk that the Summit will fail to establish necessary reforms, particularly concerning global fossil fuel governance. The current drafts also backslide from existing commitments made at COP28 and the Stockholm +50 Summit in 2022. This backsliding is particularly problematic, given your leadership at COP28 on this issue as part of the Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance. In light of all of the above, I am asking for The Pact for the Future to include the following commitments: * End the expansion of new fossil fuel extraction, agree on an equitable phase-out of existing production in line with the 1.5°C temperature goal, and develop and resource a plan for a global just transition for fossil fuel-dependent countries and communities. * Take action to phase out fossil fuel extraction based on equity, considering each country's capacity to transition, dependence on fossil fuel production, and historical responsibility for climate change and ecological crises. * Provide finance and technology to countries with high dependence on fossil fuels and limited capacity to transition to i) increase access to renewable energy, ii) diversify their economies, and iii) ensure a just transition for workers and communities. * Immediately ban fossil fuel extraction in ecologically sensitive areas, and support developing countries in pursuing alternative economic opportunities in exchange for not exploiting their fossil fuel resources in these areas. * Recognise the need for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty to act as a mechanism for international cooperation on fossil fuel production. I urge you to take a firm stance in ensuring that the Pact for the Future includes the necessary commitments to phase out fossil fuels and support a just transition, safeguarding the well-being of future generations. I also call on you to use the Summit to endorse the development of a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty. Yours sincerely etc, Edit the email text - (optional) Next Step - Preview your message → Categorised in: Energy Tagged with: Faster and Fairer Climate Action Gas No New Gas