By Md. Ilias Miah The world is at a decisive moment in history. For decades, global energy systems have been dominated by fossil fuels-coal, oil, and natural gas—driving economic growth but simultaneously fueling climate breakdown. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), fossil fuels were responsible for over 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions in 2022, contributing to increasingly frequent extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and destabilized economies. Yet, despite numerous global agreements, there remains no comprehensive legal framework governing the supply and phase-out of fossil fuels. The First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels, held in Santa Marta, Colombia, represents a pivotal opportunity to address this gap. The proposed Fossil Fuel Treaty aims to create a coordinated global mechanism to phase out fossil fuel production, prevent new exploration projects, and provide financial and technical support for a just transition. By est...
Centre for Environment, Human Rights & Development Forum (CEHRDF), founded in 2014 by Md Ilias Miah, is a leading NGO in Bangladesh promoting human rights, environmental sustainability, and social justice. CEHRDF empowers marginalized communities, including climate refugees and indigenous peoples, through advocacy, research, and grassroots action, fostering resilience, inclusive development, and youth engagement at national and international levels.