PATTERNS AND SPECIFIC FEATURES OF CLIMATE FINANCE IN THE WORLD

In order to fully comprehend the current status and progress of global climate finance, it is essential to have a clear grasp of the trends and unique characteristics that shape these processes, along with the different factors that influence them. The subject of analysis should be the peculiarities of socio-economic development of developed countries, emerging and developing markets, least developed countries, their economic activities and life in general, and climate policy as a factor of influence on climate change, the formation of systems for preventing, combating, mitigating, and adapting to such changes.The aim of the study is to examine the trends and distinctive characteristics of climate finance globally, as well as the factors that influence them. The author presents the degree of coverage of the problem of clarifying the patterns and specific features of climate finance in the world. The author analyzes the existing patterns and specific features of climate finance on continents and in countries of different types. The factors that determine both such patterns and specific features are identified.The article analyzes global and regional patterns of climate finance, focusing on disparities in access, allocation, and institutional support. It examines regions including Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, North America, the Caribbean, and India. Key findings reveal that developed countries dominate climate finance mobilization, while developing and vulnerable regions face underfunding despite high exposure to climate risks. Factors influencing climate finance include economic development, institutional capacity, political commitment, regulatory frameworks, sectoral readiness, and financial sector involvement. The study highlights the need for improved coordination, equitable distribution, and targeted support to address global climate finance gaps.