Pope Francis met with oil executives at the Vatican. “Civilization requires energy, but energy must not destroy civilization,” he said.

More than 42,000 tonnes of waste are produced during the pilgrimage to Islam's holiest sites, according of Mohammed al-Saati.

They’re speaking out in support of the Paris Agreement.

“Let’s be serious. If you’re dealing with a planetary crisis, as we are, this is not a time for quibbling about barriers between us..."

Developed fossil fuel reserves vs. remaining carbon budget to meet 2°C and 1.5°C Paris climate targets. Illustration: Oil Change Internation