EVOLUTION OF THE CONCEPT OF CLIMATE DIPLOMACY: FROM ENVIRONMENTAL DIPLOMACY TO CLIMATE AGREEMENTS

Abstract

In the context of global climate change and the growing environmental threat, the evolution of international cooperation mechanisms is becoming particularly relevant. This article is devoted to the study of the process of transformation of the concept of climate diplomacy, which initially originated in the form of environmental diplomacy, and then evolved into a system of specialized climate agreements. The purpose of the study is to analyze the key stages in the development of climate diplomacy, determine the impact of historical events on the formation of a modern approach to international climate negotiations and identify the main areas contributing to strengthening global cooperation in solving climate problems. The main ideas of the work are aimed at identifying the relationship between early environmental initiatives and subsequent international agreements, such as the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement, as well as analyzing mechanisms that contribute to the effective implementation of State obligations. The scientific significance of the work is determined by a deep analysis of the evolution of diplomatic approaches in the field of environmental protection, which makes it possible to expand the theoretical base of research in the field of international relations and global ecology. The practical significance lies in the possibility of applying the research results to improve international cooperation mechanisms, develop new strategies, and increase the effectiveness of climate initiatives at the national and international levels. The research methodology used was comparative and historical analysis, the study of international legal documents and agreements, as well as statistical data analysis, which made it possible to comprehensively characterize the dynamics of climate diplomacy. The main results of the work demonstrate that the transition from environmental diplomacy to specialized climate agreements has become a prerequisite for effective counteraction to climate change, and the conclusions of the study emphasize the importance of strengthening international dialogue and developing new forms of cooperation.