As the world grapples with the urgent need to address climate change, David Buckham, CEO of Monocle, sat down with Michael Avery to discuss COP29 and the contradictions and hypocrisies within the climate change discourse. David highlighted South Africa's unique challenges, including heavy reliance on coal and limited access to climate finance. He emphasised the need for strategic policy decisions, private sector innovation and an equitable approach from developed countries to drive sustainable solutions.