A new intergovernmental coalition is working to speed up the transition away from fossil fuels, driven by global concerns and the US-Israeli conflict. The coalition, with 57 members accounting for almost half of global GDP, met in Colombia for the First Conference on the Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels. The conference focused on implementing agreed-upon goals. Discussions addressed the consequences of decarbonization for oil exporters. Representatives from the US, China, Russia, and India were notably absent. The absence of these countries was intentional. Attendees expressed mixed feelings about the invite list. A report found that consumers pay three times for fossil fuels. Renewable energy capacity has increased. The event marked the beginning of a new era of global environmental democracy. The war in Iran has highlighted the vulnerability of relying on fossil fuels. India needs more funding for its transition away from fossil fuels. Climate hazards will be on display at the next COP. A longer version of this article was originally published on opendemocracy.net.